Ops Facilities Services Specialist

OPS FACILITIES SERVICES SPECIALIST -

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

OPS FACILITIES SERVICES SPECIALIST -

FWC Conservation Engagement and Education

Job Title: OPS Facilities Services Specialist –

OPS Facilities Services Specialist

$20.00/hr

Joe Budd Youth Conservation Center

639 Pond Road

Midway, FL 32343

Conservation Engagement and Education

OPS Facilities Services Specialist –

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission:
Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information:

Overview:

This full-time Other Personal Services (OPS) position is based out of the FWC’s Conservation Engagement and Education’s Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network. The FWC is seeking a self-motivated, energetic, outcome-oriented individual to work as the facility representative of the program team at the Joe Budd Youth Conservation Center in Midway, just outside Tallahassee. The incumbent will independently ensure the facility premises and equipment are clean, well kept, and in good repair.

Interested individuals must be passionate about getting youth outside to create the next generation that cares about fish and wildlife resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least two yearsof professional experience in facilities maintenance, including grounds keeping and janitorial work.
• A degree or in the apprentice program from a vocational or trade school may substitute for one year of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred experience in construction, pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, insulating, welding, machining, carpentry, repairing electrical or mechanical equipment, installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment, and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.
• Experience in outdoor recreation (archery, fishing, paddle sports, and shooting sports) is highly desirable.
• Experience using MIcrosoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Occasional travel for meetings and events required (1-25%).
• May require work time outside of regularly scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Up to 40 hours per week 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET) Monday-Friday.
• Successful completion of the following FWC-provided trainings within the first 8 months of employment:
  Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification, trailering, chainsaw operation, ATV training, and purchasing training.
• Responses to qualifying questions should reflect the experience indicated in the work history of the State of Florida Job Application (Profile) and be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

Monitor and maintain facilities, property, and equipment for proactive maintenance needs; conduct monthly assessments of maintenance needs; perform repairs as needed to ensure everything is clean and in…