Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance, Facility Maintenance

GILCHRIST COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MAINTENANCE WORKER II

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 property.

Must 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 driver’s 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)

• $25,000 County-paid life insurance

• Florida Retirement System (FRS), as applicable

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.…