Building Operations Specialist

Position: BUILDING OPERATIONS SPECIALIST - 72002072
Requisition No: 863221

Agency:
Management Services

Working Title:

BUILDING OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
- Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $51,038.52 + $1,248.00 CAD

Posting Closing Date: 06/23/2026

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Building Operations Specialist

Division of Real Estate Development and Management

State of Florida Department of Management Services

This position is located in Miami, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position is directly responsible for performing highly skilled and complex mechanical repairs on HVAC and building equipment.

Maintenance Duties:

Perform highly skilled and complex mechanical repairs on building equipment.

Inspect equipment, analyze trouble and plan sequence of repair operations.

Investigate complaints and equipment malfunctions.

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.

Analyze performance of equipment.

Performs maintenance on HVAC systems.

Assist with the maintenance of hardware, doors, windows, restroom fixtures and minor carpet repairs.

Plumbing duties, to include but not limited to unclogging of drains, repair of flush valves, repair of commodes, sinks, urinals, drinking fountains.

Repair receptacles; pull new circuits for electrical, run EMT & PVC conduit, change out breakers.

Assist the maintenance staff with monitoring or adjusting the Energy Management, Fire Protection and Security Systems.

Assist outside contractors and others as needed.

Administrative Duties:

The Employee is expected to conduct administrative tasks in the performance of his daily job duties. These tasks include but are not limited to:

Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Accurately enter time worked, leave requests and leave taken into the People First system.

Accurately enter and maintain data in the work order and PM system.

Operate a computer to check email, create and respond to assigned work requests, conduct research, locate and order repair parts.

Maintain vehicle logs and ensure vehicle maintenance is performed at established intervals.

Public Relations:

Maintains a good rapport with tenants, co-workers, & supervisors in buildings; keeps them informed of any unusual situations and is available to answer questions and requests.

Excellent public relations skills are required since this position is in continuous contact with both tenants and the public.

It is required that courteous and respectful behavior is displayed at all times.

A professional image is needed as this position represents the department to both the public and tenants.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of mechanical system operation, troubleshooting and repair i.e. chillers, boilers ahu's, variable frequency drives, variable air volume systems, pumps and motors.

Knowledge and operation of computer applications i.e. Windows 7 operating system, Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to operate, troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems i.e. chillers, boilers ahu's, variable frequency drives, variable air volume systems, pumps and motors.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of skilled building trades or mechanical repair work.

Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.

Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.

Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions.

Ability to read blueprints.

Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment.

Ability to take accurate measurements.

Ability to model behaviors of Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork

Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite):

Valid driver's license.

Valid HVAC certification

Valid chiller or boiler certification

Valid EPA 608 Universal certification

Minimum Qualifications:

Five years' experience in commercial HVAC

Valid HVAC certification

Valid chiller or boiler certification or within 12 months of employment

Valid EPA 608 Universal certification

Valid and applicable driver's license

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