Maintenance Generalist II
About The Position
The Department of Animal Sciences is seeking a Maintenance Generalist II to maintain and repair equipment, vehicles, and facilities at the Santa Fe Beef Research Unit. The role includes upkeep of tractors, vehicles, heavy equipment, sprayers, and other livestock and agricultural equipment. The employee may also assist with farm operations and animal husbandry. This is an essential position and may require reporting to work when the University is closed during emergency weather events. The normal schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; occasional overtime may be required to complete projects.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of experience in the field or a related area; appropriate vocational or technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate.
- Valid driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience maintaining and operating farm machinery and heavy equipment.
- Familiarity with cattle operations.
- CDL and SAE preferred.
- Experience with diesel, gas, and small motor mechanics; ASE certifications would be beneficial.
- ARC and MIG welding training or experience.
- Experience with construction and maintenance of facilities, fences, and roads.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, operate, and test heavy trucks and equipment, including dump trucks, farm loaders, backhoes, and farm tractors, to diagnose malfunctions and conduct repairs.
- Load and secure equipment for transport within the farm unit or to other farm units.
- Use farm equipment to maintain fences, structures, irrigation equipment, roads, ditches, culverts, and related infrastructure.
- Maintain grounds, facilities, and equipment, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and chainsaws, in a manner appropriate for public viewing.
- Ensure vehicles, equipment, and mechanics' facilities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Assist with cultivating pastures and hayfields, including mowing, fertilizing, planting, and harvesting.
- Administer safety and training programs related to shop safety, hazardous waste, and related matters.
- Assist with developing equipment purchase specifications.
- Maintain fuel facilities and records; order fuels and lubricants; and maintain vehicle travel logs.
- Keep tools and equipment in an orderly fashion in the farm maintenance shop.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Benefits
- Low-cost State Health plans, dental plans, and vision coverage; domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is available.
- Optional life, disability, legal, and accident insurance plans.
- Competitive pension plans, investment accounts, and voluntary 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.
- Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave.
- TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 4 personal leave days annually, based on full-time employment.
- Paid family leave of eight full weeks over a 24-month period.
- GatorPerks discount program offering savings at businesses and retailers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
