Maintenance Technician

Overview

The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for the position of MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN. This position performs technical work and coordinates with and assists in the daily activities and functions of Building Services in support of the Sheriff's Office facilities and staff.

Each applicant must complete a NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver. Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the pre-screen application. A link for the form has been provided in red above.

Applications must be submitted before the closing date of February 6, 2026.

Note:

Listed functions, duties, responsibilities, and skills are not all-inclusive, and the employer reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as necessary for the operational efficiency of the Sheriff s Office.

• Conducts facility inspections on a regular basis, formulates deficiency reports, and coordinates repairs to ensure identified issues are resolved in a timely fashion.
• Assists with coordinating Contractor compliance in regards to contractual documents for facility maintenance, improvements, renovations, and new construction at Sheriff s Office facilities, including the John
  
  E. Polk Correctional Facility.
• Performs small building maintenance tasks in one or more fields (e.g., carpentry, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), and plumbing, etc.).
• Assists in the management and oversight of the facilities  online work request system.
• Assists with departmental and employee moves, which may require moving furniture.
• Hangs pictures and shelving, as needed.
• Ensures timely, proactive, and courteous customer service for all Building Services duties provided.
• Performs other maintenance duties as assigned by the Building Services Manager, Supervisor, and Assistant Supervisor.
• Assists with the preparation of vendor lists, project scopes of work, and other construction related documents by assembling and researching materials from files/records.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary in the efficient and effective performance of the position functions.

• High School Diploma or GED with vocational school supplemented by advanced courses and training in the skilled trades involved in building maintenance, construction or equipment maintenance preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years  experience in building maintenance or construction related areas
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver s License

Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory in the performance of duties, including scheduled work hours, required training activities, mandatory overtime needs, and service during emergencies.

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures used in building operations; extensive knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions; knowledge of facilities and maintenance practices.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; read and interpret building construction plans, sketches, and blueprints; traverse job sites which may include uneven and broken ground and the necessity to climb ladders for inspections and repairs; work independently in carrying out assignments to completion; make decisions based on factual data; work with detailed information; effectively use computer skills to develop and maintain spreadsheets and prepare written communications.

The work environment for this position includes the John

E. Polk Correctional Facility, Sheriff s Office leased facilities, and County-owned facilities the Sheriff s Office occupies throughout Seminole County. This position may have limited contact with inmates. The position performs duties while walking or standing. Work shall take place both inside and outside. Must have the ability to tolerate wind, heat, humidity, cold, dust, fumes, odors, and rain. The position is required to lift at least fifty pounds without assistance.

The position generally works during normal business hours with on-call status for emergencies.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS Mobility - Frequent standing, walking,…