Facilities Technician

The Florida State Fair Authority • Tampa, FL

just now • Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy fixing, building, and maintaining spaces that people rely on every day? We’re seeking a Facilities Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and takes pride in keeping facilities running smoothly. From general repairs and installations to supporting emergency maintenance and special projects, this role plays a key part in protecting our infrastructure and enhancing the overall quality of our fairgrounds.

SUMMARY
The Facilities Technician is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the fairground facilities through a variety of general repairs, installations, and maintenance tasks. This role collaborates with the Facilities Supervisor to efficiently complete daily projects, supports emergency and on-call services, and ensures a clean and organized work environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience with general facilities and maintenance work.
• Ability to identify problems and implement solutions with the understanding of working efficiently to complete tasks
• Good communication skills both verbally and written
• Intermediate Math skills (calculate figures/discounts, proportions, area, etc.)
• Ability to work independently in the absence of a supervisor

Nice To Haves

• HVAC Certification
• Plumbing and Electrician Licenses

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of general maintenance and repairs to ensure fairground facilities are well-maintained, protecting infrastructure and reducing operational costs.
• Collaborate with the Facilities Supervisor to plan and efficiently complete daily tasks and projects, coordinating with other maintenance trades as needed.
• Install and repair building components such as doors, cabinets, paneling, flooring, and bulletin boards, as well as manage tasks like demolition, roof repairs, and sprinkler head counts.
• Assist with moving heavy objects, operate high-reach equipment, and use specialized tools and equipment, including airless sprayers, striping machines, and sanders, for various projects.
• Maintain an organized and clean workshop environment, ensure proper care of tools and equipment, and report any maintenance issues.
• Enhance property quality by preparing surfaces for plaster or cement work, taping sheetrock joints, caulking, waterproofing walls, and sealing floor cracks.
• Provide support for emergency maintenance services as required.
• Participate in a rotating weekend schedule.
• Perform additional maintenance duties and support other tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED