Facilities Technician

Florida State Fair Authority•Tampa, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Florida State Fair Authority is seeking a Facilities Technician to join their team. This role is responsible for maintaining and enhancing fairground facilities through a variety of general repairs, installations, and maintenance tasks. The technician will collaborate with the Facilities Supervisor to complete daily projects, support emergency services, and ensure a clean and organized work environment. This position offers a dynamic work environment with varied tasks, from building installations and general repairs to equipment operation and emergency maintenance.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of three to five years of experience with HVAC, 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.
Ability to stand, sit, hear, taste/smell, use hands, walk, talk, have depth perception and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crawl and crouch, and climb or balance.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

HVAC Certification
Plumbing License
Electrician License

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.