Maintenance Worker

Position: Maintenance Worker
Department: County Maintenance
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Status: Full-Time

The Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications for a full-time Maintenance Worker. This is a hands-on position responsible for performing general maintenance repairs and upkeep of County buildings grounds facilities and other County-owned be able to meet all eligibility requirements and be approved for inmate supervision

The ideal candidate will be dependable self-motivated and experienced in a variety of general maintenance and repair tasks. Applicants should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team and willing to assist wherever needed to keep County facilities safe clean and properly maintained.

• Perform general maintenance and repairs to County buildings facilities and grounds

• Perform minor plumbing repairs including replacing faucets repairing leaks unclogging drains and replacing plumbing fixtures

• Perform light carpentry including repairing doors trim shelving cabinets fencing and other structures

• Perform minor electrical-related maintenance such as replacing light fixtures bulbs switches and outlets when appropriate

• Perform painting drywall patching caulking and other general building repairs

• Assist with preventative maintenance of County facilities and equipment

• Perform basic grounds and exterior facility maintenance as needed

• Inspect buildings and facilities for maintenance or safety concerns and report needed repairs

• Safely operate hand tools power tools lawn equipment and other maintenance equipment

• Assist with moving furniture equipment supplies and materials

• Respond to maintenance requests from County departments

• Maintain County tools equipment vehicles and work areas in a safe and orderly condition

• Assist with inmate work crews when assigned and properly certified

• Follow all County safety policies and procedures

• Perform other related duties and assist other County departments as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Previous experience in building facility construction or general maintenance work

• Hands-on experience in areas such as plumbing light carpentry painting basic electrical maintenance grounds maintenance or general repairs

• Ability to safely operate common hand and power tools

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

• Ability to work independently and prioritize assigned tasks

• Ability to perform physical work including lifting carrying bending climbing and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Must possess a valid Florida drivers license

• Must be willing and able to obtain required Florida Department of Corrections certification for inmate supervision if assigned

Experience in multiple areas of building or facility maintenance is preferred.

Monday Friday with occasional after-hours weekend or on-call work as needed.

• Employee-only Florida Blue health insurance plan

• Vacation and sick leave

• 12 paid holidays (8 hours each)

• $25000 County-paid life insurance

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) as applicable

Thank you for your interest in employment with Gilchrist County. Some job postings may be posted for other County Constitutional Offices. Each job posting will list the appropriate contact person for that position.

All applications must be complete with all required documents included or attached. If a question does not apply please indicate N/A. Applications are accepted only for open positions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Applicants will receive an email once their application has been submitted. Positions are open until filled. A position may be placed on hold once an adequate number of applications has been received. Submitted applications may be considered for multiple vacancies.

Please do not contact the department directly to check the status of your application. Failure to comply may result in the application being rejected. We appreciate your cooperation.

All applications must include a copy/photo of the applicants drivers license. Please include copies of all required licenses and/or certificates with your application. Omissions falsifications or misrepresentations concerning any portion of an application may disqualify an applicant from employment consideration.

Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. Gilchrist County requires pre-employment drug screening and background screening.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act should notify Human Resources in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the requested accommodation.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans Preference ensures that veterans and other eligible persons are considered at each step of the selection process; however preference does not guarantee selection.

Eligibility for Veterans Preference is governed by Section 295.07 Florida Statutes and applicable provisions of Rule 55A-7 Florida Administrative Code. Florida residency is not required to claim Veterans Preference. Applicants claiming Veterans Preference must submit all required supporting documentation with their application.

Gilchrist County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from Form I-9 to confirm authorization to work in the United States. E-Verify is used only after an applicant has accepted an offer of employment and completed Form I-9.

For questions regarding this position please contact:

Tammy Moore
Human Resources Director
Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners