SENIOR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 37002033

State of Florida

1d • $3,176 - $38,117 • Onsite

About The Position

Senior Maintenance Mechanic - 37002033
An opportunity is available for a self-motivated, hardworking individual to fill the position of Senior Maintenance Mechanic at Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park. Flexibility and a high level of commitment are required for this position. Professionalism and the ability to perform as part of a close-knit team are essential attributes for any applicant to this position.

Requirements

• KNOWLEDGE OF: The principles and techniques of the skilled building trades and mechanical repair work.
• Safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.
• Assorted power/gas tools and equipment operation and maintenance.
• Good public relations and ability to deal with people effectively
• SKILL IN: using the appropriate tools and equipment to construct new and maintain existing facilities
• communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• accurately preparing reports
• interacting with all internal and external customers and the public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• performing grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting
• utilizing power tools, including but not limited to, chain saws and drills
• basic plumbing, including but not limited to, repairing hose bibs, waterline repair
• basic electrical work, including but not limited to, replacing outlets and circuit breakers
• basic carpentry, including but not limited to, boardwalk and fence repairs
• utilize a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
• ABILITY TO: Perform a variety of skilled trade functions.
• Read blueprints.
• Install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators, and other mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair small engines and other equipment including ATV’s, UTV’s Golf Carts, Trucks, Tractors, RV electrical pedestals, household appliances, lift stations, washing machines, water heaters, etc.
• Take accurate measurements.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Oversees maintenance projects as directed.
• Work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Prepare maintenance logs and related correspondence.
• Understand and apply rules, directives, laws, regulations, and policies.
• Prepare reports.
• Open and close park gates and secure facilities.
• Operate department equipment, vehicles and vessels
• Maintain a valid driver’s license
• Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Represents Wakulla Springs and the Florida Park Service to outside agencies and organizations, disseminating information and promoting all opportunities provided by the park. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Implement emergency program procedures. Demonstrates a teamwork ethic and treats park visitors and co-workers with respect.
• Be knowledgeable of natural resource activities such as prescribed burning plan for the fire type plant communities; recognizes communities, water monitoring, exotic removal, erosion control, timber management, upland and aquatic plant restoration, wildlife monitoring and other related activities. Remain informed of the cultural resource management activities such as archaeological monitoring, cultural landscapes, and obtaining historical information for the park archives. Monitor historic facilities and objects for detrimental actions, and other related activities.
• Performs routine maintenance, cleaning, and repairs to buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, docks and all other facilities as necessary. Completes and submits work orders for repairs unable to complete. Demonstrates skill, proficiency and safety while operating numerous types of power, handheld and heavy equipment. Manages an effective vehicle and vessel maintenance program through preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitor use, visitor contacts, patrols, wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat, and equipment operations, property records, purchase orders and requisitions, etc. Answers telephone, operates radio equipment and maintains logs. Answers correspondence and maintains park files. Perform computer and cash register transactions and reconciliation of receipts.
• Interprets Park rules pertaining to all natural, historical, and archaeological facilities, and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor. Opens Park gates and entrance building. Secures buildings and gates before departing at closing time. Informs visitors of possible hazards in unimproved areas.
• Performs other related duties as required

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed