Maintenance Worker III

Florida Polytechnic University

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Polytechnic University, a premier institution for STEM education, offers a unique working environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to student and University success. As a top-ranked public college, Florida Poly provides a small campus academic setting with cutting-edge facilities and an evolving curriculum designed to meet industry needs. The Maintenance Worker III performs advanced maintenance and repair work to ensure the safe and efficient operation of university facilities. This role involves semi-skilled to skilled tasks in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC support, and mechanical systems, including troubleshooting, responding to service requests and emergencies, and assisting with preventative maintenance. The position may also provide guidance to Maintenance Worker I staff and help coordinate routine maintenance activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
3–5 years of experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, or related trades.
Demonstrated experience performing semi-skilled maintenance work in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or HVAC systems.
Working knowledge of building systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair facility issues with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of OSHA safety practices and proper use of maintenance equipment.
Ability to read work orders, diagrams, and basic technical documentation.
Ability to operate maintenance equipment and power tools safely.
Basic computer skills to document work orders and maintenance activities.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical maintenance tasks, including bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Technical training, vocational certification, or related trade experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Receives, processes, and resolves routine and complex maintenance service requests.
Performs semi-skilled maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing, HVAC support systems, and mechanical equipment.
Troubleshoots facility issues and identifies root causes of mechanical or structural problems.
Performs installation and repair of fixtures, equipment, and building components in classrooms, labs, offices, and common areas.
Assists with preventative maintenance programs for building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building infrastructure.
Responds to emergency maintenance calls during and after regular work hours as needed.
Coordinates setup and breakdown of furniture and equipment for university events.
Operates and maintains equipment, including forklifts, pressure washers, carpet extractors, power tools, and campus vehicles.
Maintains maintenance records, inventory of supplies, and equipment logs.
Identifies facility hazards and ensures compliance with safety standards and OSHA guidelines.
Assists in training or mentoring Maintenance Worker I staff.
Performs general building repairs, including painting, carpentry, drywall repair, and minor electrical and plumbing work.
Maintains cooperative relationships with faculty, staff, students, and visitors while resolving maintenance issues.
Other duties as assigned.