<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>Job Description</p> <p>General Functions</p> <p>Performs maintenance and repair service on a variety of general and special utility equipment and vehicles.</p> <p>This is limited maintenance and repair work utilizing knowledge of the operation and repair of a variety of general and special equipment and vehicles used by the Highway Maintenance Division.An employee in a position assigned to this class performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks using a wide range of general and special tools. Equipment is serviced and maintained at field worksites and at the Highway Division District facilities.</p> <p>Work is performed under the general supervision of a foreman who provides written and oral instructions of daily tasks to be performed. Work is checked by the supervisor for accuracy, operating efficiency and safety.</p> <p>Representative Duties/Assignments</p> <ul> <li>Uses welding torch, air compressor, grinder, chain saw, drill press, hand and power tools to perform mechanical and electrical repairs to vehicle and equipment. </li><li>Evaluates equipment problems, prioritizes work and repairs highway maintenance equipment in the field. </li><li>Performs preventive maintenance and repairs chain saws, weed eaters, mowers, edgers, tractors and graders. </li><li>Fuels vehicles and equipment in the field. </li><li>Repair hoses, belts, bolts and minor electrical problems to maintain equipment in proper operating condition and reduces need for in-shop repairs. </li><li>Maintains tools, supplies and equipment needed to perform preventative maintenance and field repairs. </li><li>Performs other related work as required. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of mechanical repair experience, or and equivalent combination of education, training and experience.</p> <p>Must possess and maintain a valid Florida class B commercial driver's license or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>Open Date: 06/23/2025</p> <p>Close Date: 07/06/2025</p> <p>This posting is subject to close without prior notice.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>Pay Grade: 108 - From $17.30 to $22.57</p> <p>FLSA Status: Non-Exempt</p> <p>Placement based on Education and Experience</p> <p>Sign-on Incentive</p> <p>This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at:</p> <p>http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives</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.</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Positions are in Roads & Drainage Division at the following Locations:</p> <ul> <li>Taft Maintenance Unit, 11442 Intermodal Way, Orlando, FL 32824 (1 HURP position available) </li><li>Three Points Maintenance Unit, 4631 Young Pine Rd, Orlando, FL 32829 </li><li>Paving Section, 4200 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32839 </li></ul> <p>Please reflect which section/location you are interested in applying for within the comment section (Question 10) of the application.</p> <p>Notes</p> <p>Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.</p> <p>#LI-OC1</p> <p>#INDHP</p>