Maintenance Worker – Florida Hurricane Response

POSITION INFORMATION: BASIC DETAILS

Travel Requirement:
No

Teleworking:
No

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time (Seasonal)

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $22/hr.

- $30/hr.

Pay is based on numerous factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The Maintenance Worker plays a crucial role in supporting hurricane response efforts in Florida by maintaining and repairing facilities, equipment, and infrastructure at designated sites. The Maintenance Worker will be responsible for performing various maintenance tasks to ensure the safe and efficient operation of essential services and support the needs of affected areas and response personnel.

• Perform general maintenance and repair tasks on facilities, including shelters, offices, and other assigned areas.
• Repair and maintain plumbing systems, including fixing leaks, unclogging drains, and repairing fixtures.
• Repair and maintain electrical systems, including replacing light bulbs, repairing outlets, and troubleshooting electrical issues.
• Repair and maintain HVAC systems, including cleaning filters, inspecting components, and troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Perform carpentry work, such as repairing doors, windows, walls, and other structural elements.
• Assemble and disassemble furniture, equipment, and temporary structures.
• Perform painting, patching, and other cosmetic repairs to maintain a clean and presentable environment.
• Maintain and repair equipment, including generators, pumps, and other machinery, ensuring they are in safe and working condition.
• Perform grounds maintenance tasks, such as clearing debris, removing fallen branches, and ensuring safe access to facilities.
• Respond to maintenance requests and address issues promptly and effectively.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must possess prior experience as a maintenance worker.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions, including potentially hazardous conditions associated with hurricane aftermath.
• Forklift Operator certification preferred.
• Be prepared to deploy to disaster-affected areas, often with short notice.

Employees may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Employees may be required to remain in a stationary position, stand, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, balance, squat, bend, and reach. Employees may also be required to use gear to move items around, including, but not limited to, carts and dollies. Employees may also be occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds.

Garda World Federal Services is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.