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CITY OF DEFUNIAK SPRINGS Facility Maintenance Technician - (2025-05) in Defuniak Springs, Florida
The City of DeFuniak Springs is an Equal Opportunity, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace Employer.
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for repair of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilations, air conditioning (HVAC), carpentry, painting, and other facility maintenance systems.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform otherduties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalizepeak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair. Services tools and equipment asneeded and reports damaged items for repair or replacement. Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs. Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may includerepairing drywall, painting, replacing light fixtures, repairing doors and other building fixtures. Performs routine maintenance on city facilities, including preventative maintenance. Performs and completes a variety of carpentry tasks with quality workmanship to construct, maintain,repair, or modify city facilities; tasks may include measuring and marking materials, repairing andreplacing floors, roofs, wall sidings, or doors; installing partitions, walls, and doors; erecting scaffolding; and building structures. Reads blueprints, sketches, and schematics to determine the necessary materials, equipment, tools,and methods. Performs minor construction, renovation, modification, installation and repair of buildings, equipmentand facilities. Performs minor plumbing work in repairing or replacing valves and fixtures. Repairs and replaces broken lines, unstops sinks, and toilets. Performs carpentry work, painting and roofing. Assists in building shelves; replacing moldings, installing/repairing wiring and receptacles/switchesas well as replacing light ballast and fixtures. Performs minor mechanical work on air conditioning and roof equipment, replacing fan motors andpumps. Restores worksites to original condition by removing debris, materials, and equipment used during project and return property, furnishings, and equipment to proper location(s). Provides status reports including the status of work projects, materials used, and hours spentperforming labor to superintendent or foreman as required. Adheres to work schedule and attendance requirements. Adheres to all safety rules and regulations. Performs other duties as directed and required. Must create a positive public image as a representative of the city.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of building systems such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC. Knowledge of general carpentry and repair. Knowledge of public relations and communications principles and practices. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships and communicating in a positiveand respectful manner with City staff, officials, other government and private agency officials, andthe general public. Skilled in dealing with customers and able to handle stressful situations. Skilled in managing multiple projects and deadlines. Skilled in organization, including attention to detail. Ability to identify issues and to determine repairs that are needed. Ability to demonstrate initiative and creativity in coordinating tasks and projects. Ability to collect and analyze information, to interpret policies and other materials, and to assist in thedevelopment of workable solutions. Ability to demonstrate flexibility and cooperative attitude when faced with change. Ability to be flexible and change job priorities at a moment's notice. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with staff, ity Officials, and the public. Ability to work harmoniously with a diversity of individuals both inside and outside the City offices. Ability to operate motor vehicle to drive to training centers or various departments as necessary. Ability to travel occasionally for meetings, training, or career development.
QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Required Qualification(s): High school diploma or GED obtained. Driver license required.
Preferred/Desirable Qualification(s): Two (2) years progressively responsible experience in a facility maintenance position or related field. Prior governmental experience.
Special Requirement(s): May require additional licenses and certifications such as Class A CDL, Maintenance of Traffic (M.O.T.) Certification, and traffic signal certification. CPR certified or ability to obtain certification. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employeesuccessfully to perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics arethose an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential jobfunctions.
Physical Demands: Required to operate a vehicle and/or equipment. Tasks involve the intermittent performance of physicallydemanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing ladders, reaching, bending, kneeling,crouching, standing and making continuous hand/arm movements. Sufficient vision and hearing to safelyand accurately perform essential functions (with or without correction) is required. Works at heights (up to150 feet). May work in strong odors. May also require lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling of objects andmaterials weighing 20-50 lbs. Must be available to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts. On night,weekend, or holiday shifts as assigned, may be required to work alone. On such assignments, within established policies and procedures, incumbents of this class are expected to work with considerableinitiative and independent judgement in identifying and taking corrective action on the more routineproblems.
Work Environment: Works outside with exposure to extreme weather conditions such as heat, sun, cold, wind, rain, storms, etc. Exposure to mosquitoes, flies, bees, and other pests is also common. Exposure to normal traffic hazards. Works often in close proximity to moving vehicles/equipment.
This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.