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Maintenance Generalist

Job in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, 32635, USA
Listing for: University Of Florida
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-01
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, General Labor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 36000 - 40000 USD Yearly USD 36000.00 40000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job no: 541483 Work type: Staff Full-Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible Department:  - HO-TOWER JENNINGS AREA

Classification

Title:

Maintenance Generalist I

A high school diploma (or equivalent) and zero (0) to two (2) years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Job Description

Perform general maintenance or preventative maintenance for residence hall facilities as directed

  • Input and process work order requests utilizing web-based work order management system, as needed.
  • Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
  • Maintain and repair machines, equipment, or devices to access, remove, and repair defective parts using hoists, hand tools, or power tools
  • Perform routine and preventative maintenance such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters
  • Install equipment to improve the energy or operational efficiency of commercial buildings
  • Reference maintenance manuals for task completion.
  • Complete door, frame, and lock repair, replacement, and/or installations.
  • Perform general construction tasks such as: remove/install floor and wall tile, repair grout; remove, replace, and/or repair doors and hardware; remove, replace, and/or repair cabinetry; remove, replace, and/or repair windows, window screens, glass, and window blinds; remove, replace, and/or repair gypsum based wall board and finishes; remove, replace, and/or repair ceiling tile and grid; removal and installation of floor covering and finishes: stretch in carpet, glue down carpet, LVT (luxury vinyl tile), VCT (vinyl composite tile, and hard tile (ceramic and porcelain);
    Demolition of walls, ceilings, gypsum materials, floor finishes, etc. as directed
Complete assigned tasks as directed within multiple skilled trades (Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, HVAC/Mechanical, or Roofing)
  • Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems, fixtures, and accessories
  • Minor troubleshooting and repair of wiring, electrical or electronic components,
  • Minor troubleshooting of television and data signal, as needed
  • Prepare and paint and/or repair parts of building structures, interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, furniture, and equipment
  • Fabricate or repair counters, benches, partitions, or other wooden structures, such as sheds or outbuildings
  • Perform routine and general maintenance on electrical heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment
  • Repair and maintain roof/roof-related coverings with flashing and sealant materials
Assist in maintaining inventory of materials, supplies, tools and/or equipment throughout area of responsibility; ensure organized workstations and storage closets with necessary materials as directed
  • Perform general cleaning duties after the completion of maintenance tasks both interior and exterior.
Perform other duties as assigned, including special tasks or projects.
  • Operation of state vehicles

$17.50 per hour

Required Qualifications

A high school diploma (or equivalent) and zero (0) to two (2) years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Valid driver's license.

Preferred EXPERIENCE
  • Two (2) years of experience and general working knowledge of multiple skilled trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, construction, HVAC/Mechanical, roofing, or general maintenance
  • Understanding of acoustical ceiling installation and repair
  • Experience with flooring installation of; glue down carpet, stretch in carpet, LVT (luxury vinyl tile), VCT (vinyl composite tile), as well as ceramic and porcelain tile.
  • Experience with exterior pressure washing, repairs, and painting
SKILLS
  • Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications…
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