<p>Overview</p> <p>At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.</p> <p>The Facilities Management Division is seeking a highly qualified Maintenance Technician. The primary function of this position is performing highly skilled work maintaining, replacing, altering, and repairing landscapes, hardscapes, and irrigation systems and work on retention ponds. In return, we offer stability with excellent benefits, including membership in the State of Florida Retirement System.</p> <p>The Facilities Management Division prides itself on providing outstanding customer service through teamwork, innovation and the development of positive relationships with our customers and teammates. Our mission is to provide safe, sustainable, and well-maintained facilities and services through high standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethics.</p> <p>We are committed to providing a work culture that emphasizes mutual respect, trust, career development, and a collaborative work environment that recognizes individual achievements.</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>General Functions</p> <p>The Maintenance technician performs a variety of maintenance, service, and repair tasks that may involve buildings, facilities, mechanical equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, or carpentry etc. utilized in the operations of the assigned divisions.</p> <p>Work is assigned and reviewed by a designated supervisor. Performance is evaluated through observation of work in progress and upon completion for achievement of desired results in a safe and efficient manner.</p> <p>Representative Duties/Assignments</p> <p>Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.</p> <ul> <li>Performs quality assurance inspections of contracted landscape contractors for assigned facilities. </li><li>Performs grounds inspections of County properties to ensure landscapes, sidewalks, parking lots, and storm water drainage systems are in proper working condition. </li><li>Performs repairs of landscapes, sidewalks, parking lots, irrigation systems, and storm water drainage systems. </li><li>Document daily work/travel on hand-held electronic device for the purpose of maintaining maintenance records. </li><li>Checks and maintains assigned facility, equipment or system for preventive maintenance and critical operation factors. </li><li>Multi-trade assignments and responsibilities based on daily operational needs. </li><li>Performs other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Graduation from a High school or equivalent and one (1) year of experienceperforming highly skilled journeyman level work, maintaining, installing, altering, and repairing landscapes, hardscapes, and irrigation systems.</p> <p>May be required to possess and maintain the appropriate valid Commercial Driver's License for the type of equipment operated.</p> <p>Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.</p> <p>Preferences</p> <ul> <li>Proficient in the repair and replacement of irrigation systems and electrical and hydronic systems. </li><li>Proficient in the repairs of sidewalks, parking lots, storm water systems, and landscaping. </li><li>Strong journeyman level plumbing skills. </li><li>Knowledge of building maintenance in a multi-trade environment on facilities, buildings and building systems. </li><li>Availability to be sent on maintenance calls and assist other skilled trades' personnel when needed. </li><li>Excellent customer service skills and ability to work in a team environment. </li></ul> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>Open Date: 03/18/2025</p> <p>Close Date: 04/01/2025</p> <p>This posting is subject to close without prior notice.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>Pay Grade: 107 - From $16.65 to $21.72</p> <p>FLSA Status: Non-Exempt</p> <p>Placement based on Education and Experience</p> <p>Benefits</p> <ul> <li>10 paid holidays andup to 2 floating holidays annually. </li><li>18 days paid time off per year. </li><li>Longevity bonus based on years of service. </li><li>6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually. </li><li>Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance. </li><li>Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one. </li><li>Participation in the Florida Retirement System. </li><li>Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc. </li><li>Free access to Wellworks gyms and OrangeCounty Recreation Centers. </li><li>Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse. </li><li>Tuition reimbursement program. </li><li>Earn service time to forgive student loans. </li></ul> <p>Disclaimer: Benefits mayvary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.</p> <p>For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx</p> <p>Veterans Preference</p> <p>If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.</p> <p>Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.</p> <p>Educational Requirements</p> <p>If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.#INDHP</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Notes</p> <p>Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.</p> <p>Standard work hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work hours may include weekends, after-hours, and post hurricane response due to operational needs.</p> <p>This position is subject to assignment at any Facilities Management location due to project, task, or operational requirements.</p> <ul> <li>$1,000 sign on Bonus </li><li>Retention Bonuses </li><li>Company issued truck with tools </li><li>Uniforms and Safety Shoes </li><li>Paid Training, Licenses, and Certifications </li></ul>