Requisition No: 833596 Agency: Military AffairsWorking Title: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 62000029 Salary: $36,036.00 Posting Closing Date: 12/18/2024
Total Compensation Estimator ToolDepartment of Military Affairs*** OPEN COMPETITIVE***APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11:59 p.m. on closing dateVACANCY # 62000029WORK LOCATION: Saint Augustine, FLABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS (DMA)The mission ofthe Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida.
OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE: - Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance
- Retirement Benefits
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses
- Training Opportunities
- For benefit information available to State of Florida employees, go to
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: New employees of the Department of Military Affairs will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening. New employees of the Department of Military Affairs are required to participate in a direct deposit/electronic transfer program. The Department of Military Affairs is paid on a monthly basis. As a CANDIDATE, you may be required to provide documentation (i.e., High School Diploma or Equivalency, College Transcripts, ETC.) to verify meeting these Minimum Qualifications.*NOTE*To be considered for this position, application must be fully completed, your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process and clearly stated within the employment history.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - A High School Diploma or equivalent; AND
- Two years of basic professional experience involving electrical, plumbing, heating, air-conditioning systems, or structural and architectural systems
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Must be able to bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, grasp, push, and pull.
- Must be capable of climbing a 25-foot ladder.
- Must have manual dexterity with hands and fingers.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Carpentry-Masonry: Alter, repair, renovate buildings, garages, sheds, and outside storage areas. This includes finishing work inside and outside buildings most frequently. Repair stairs, steps, porches, decks, banisters, railings, and install sheetrock, studs, headers, braces, ceiling, and floor joists. Repair roofs, chimneys, brickwork, sidewalks, driveways, etc.
- Drywall-Painting: Installation of drywall and repairs of existing buildings to include installation of corner bead taping, mudding, and sanding, preparing surfaces for painting. Application of paint to include preparation for primers and finish coats. Operation of pressure washers for cleaning and chlorination of exterior surfaces for preparation of painting or applying other waterproof coatings.
- Mechanical-Electrical: Operate service, maintain, repair, and adjust air handling units, cooling equipment, generators, air compressors and a variety of mechanical-electrical appliances, fixtures, and equipment. Inspect for and correct fusing, bad wiring, dirty filters, loose and frayed belts, rust, corrosion, and deterioration.
- Plumbing-Heating: Operate service, maintain, and repair plumbing and heating equipment and systems. This includes heat pumps, pressure tanks, faucets, sinks, drains, toilets, and sprinkler systems.
- Miscellaneous: Periodic inspections, to include the condition and operation of all plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, electrical, mechanical systems, and equipment. Maintain necessary maintenance and service records. Performs any other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
- Vehicle Maintenance: Performs routine maintenance and safety checks on all State vehicles pertaining to this Agency. Makes minor repairs as needed, to include light bulbs, fuses, air filters, belt adjustments, scheduling of all vehicles for maintenance and repairs, etc.
- Position may be subject to on call.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: - Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the skilled building trades or mechanical repair work.
- Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.
- Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.
- Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions.
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators, and other mechanical equipment.
- Ability to take accurate measurements.
- Ability to follow instructions.
SPECIAL REMINDERS:The State of Florida and The Department of Military Affairs participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires that all employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of any person hired to work in the United States.Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis.If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-###-####). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.The Department of Military Affairs values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-###-####). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: