Polk County

County government administering budgets and services

Maintenance Mechanic Specialist - Facilities Management

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-time$22.83In-person

About the Job

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma, and have at least three years of general trades experience in one or more building trades; a comparable amount of training and related experience may substitute.
Possess or obtain a Universal Refrigeration Certification required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency within six months of employment; failure to obtain it may result in termination.
Have a valid driver's license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver's license at the time of employment.
Have a home telephone because the employee is subject to emergency call-outs and standby, and have transportation to work.
Know the methods, materials, tools, and practices used in building, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC/refrigeration, or mechanical crafts, and know occupational hazards and safety precautions for the specific trades.
Be able to work from oral and written instructions, simple diagrams, and sketches.
Have skill using a variety of standard hand tools, machines, power equipment, and test equipment.
Be able to read and interpret building prints and wiring schematics to troubleshoot building and equipment problems.
Be able to see, ambulate independently, drive, climb, bend, stoop, sit, and stand, and push, pull, or lift up to 45 pounds.
Be able to use a cutting torch and arc welder.

Responsibilities

Repair specialized equipment, including air-handling and refrigeration systems and electronic apparatus.
Troubleshoot and repair short circuits and broken wires, install or replace electrical fixtures, and repair or replace electric motors and switches.
Change oil, clean HVAC equipment, repair circuits and thermostats, and repair air compressors and pneumatic devices.
Perform plumbing work from prints through completion; install flush tanks, sink bowls, and commodes; and repair water and sewer lines.
Repair various equipment and appliances, door locks and frames, roofs, and partitions, and perform carpentry repairs and woodworking duties.
Operate power saws, lathes, related equipment, and power tools.
Repair specialized mechanical equipment; calibrate and adjust equipment and test devices; perform water tests for cooling towers; maintain hot water and boiler systems; and repair pumps and replace bearings and seals.
Perform related duties as required.
Report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County, if required.

Desired Qualifications

Journeyman-level knowledge and experience.

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC SPECIALIST

FULL TIME REGULAR

** Internal candidates should apply via Polk One- Me Section **

To see more about Facilities Division, please see the following link https://youtu.be/4kzARpj8FYU.

PG–13 ($22.83)

Employee Benefits

Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
FRS Retirement
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Education Incentives
Deferred Compensation Plan
Wellness Incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free Employee Gym
Free Employee Health Clinic

This posting is for staffing the following work locations:

Bartow, FL
Winter Haven, FL
Frostproof, FL
Lakeland, FL

Shift: Mon – Thurs 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM or

Tues - Fri 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated below:

MAJOR FUNCTION

Skilled and specialized work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, electrical, mechanical and air conditioning equipment.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

Makes repairs to specialized equipment, including air handling and refrigeration systems and electronic apparatus. Troubleshoots and repairs short circuits and broken wires. Installs or replaces electrical fixtures. Repairs and replaces electric motors and switches. Changes oil and cleans HVAC equipment, makes repairs to circuits and thermostats, makes repairs to air compressors and pneumatic devices. Performs plumbing work from prints to finished product. Installs flush tanks, sink bowls and commodes, repairs water and sewer lines. Repairs various equipment and appliances. Repairs door locks and frames. Performs carpenter repairs and woodworking duties. Repairs roofs and partitions. Operates power saws, lathes and related equipment, and all power tools.

Ability to use cutting torch and arc welder. Makes repairs to specialized mechanical equipment. Calibrates and adjusts equipment and tests devices. Performs water tests for cooling towers. Maintains hot water and boiler systems. Repairs pumps, replace bearings, and seals. Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and practices used in the building, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, H.V.A.C./Refrigeration, or mechanical crafts. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the specific trades. Ability to work from oral and written instructions, from simple diagrams and sketches. Skill in using a variety of standard hand tools, machines, power equipment and test equipment.

Must be able to read and interpret building prints and wiring schematics for the purpose of trouble shooting building and equipment problems. Ability to see, ambulate independently, drive, climb, bend, stoop, sit and stand. Ability to push, pull and/or lift up to forty five (45) pounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma and have a minimum of three (3) years experience in general trades work in one or more of the building trades.

Must possess or obtain a Universal Refrigeration Certification as required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Such certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment in this position. Failure to obtain certification may result in termination of employment.

Must have a valid driver's license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver’s license at the time of employment. Must have home telephone as employee is subject to emergency call out and stand by. Must have transportation to work.

A comparable amount of training and related experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

SPECIAL PREFERENCE

Prefer applicants with Journeyman level knowledge and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.

About the Company

Polk County

County government administering budgets and services

Polk County is governed by the Board of County Commissioners elected by residents. The annual budget funds public safety, courts, infrastructure, health and welfare programs, libraries, parks, housing, waste and water services, and transportation, and the Commission sets zoning, building codes, and development plans. A central budget allocates funds to departments and the Commission enforces codes and oversees programs. Its goal is to provide essential public services and maintain infrastructure for safe, healthy, thriving communities.

Company size: Not listed
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $10K
Headquarters: Winter Haven, FL
Founded: Not listed

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