State of Florida
Requisition No: 852413
Agency: Management Services
Working Title: SENIOR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 72001397
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 72001397
Salary: $58,693.96
Posting Closing Date: 01/08/2026
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Senior Maintenance Mechanic
Division of Real Estate Development and Management
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This position is located in Orlando, FL
Position Overview and Responsibilities
Inspection, operation and repair of various types of mechanical equipment such as pumps, electrical motors, ahu’s, vfd’s, vav’s, boilers, water heaters, chillers, fans, ducts, hydraulic systems, hydronic systems.
Inspect equipment, analyze trouble and plan sequence of repair operations.
Manually operate mechanical systems to maintain occupant comfort and building safety in the event of Building Automation System (BAS) failure.
Operate boilers in accordance with standard operating procedures and boiler manufacturer requirements.
Inspect gauge readings to determine proper mechanical equipment operation.
Calibrate, adjust, and repair temperature devices.
Coordinate closely with Operations Control in the identification and change documentation and validation of building controls.
Perform laser alignment on pumps and motors.
Proactively investigate deficiencies, unusual activity, data trends, noise, complaints and equipment malfunctions.
Perform chemical water analysis on boiler water as required by boiler manufacturer.
Responsible for performing all specified preventive maintenance task assigned each week, also is responsible for reporting all time and materials used on each work order.
Promptly communicate unusual activity or data to Supervisor, Facilities Manager and HVAC Superintendent in Tallahassee.
Identify when proper preventative maintenance is not being performed, whether internally or by an external vendor, and promptly report to Supervisor, Facilities Manager and HVAC Superintendent when it is not.
Administrative Duties / Job Duties
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Analyze mechanical maintenance reports prepared by third party vendors. Identify and promptly communicate unusual activity to supervisor, applicable Facilities Manager and HVAC Superintendent in Tallahassee.
Accurately enter and maintain all data in the TRIRIGA system, including equipment asset information, work order data, and preventative maintenance. All scheduled and unscheduled work orders are to be filled out correctly and completely and turned in by the end of the week.
Keep track of inventory parts on hand for all repairs and/or replacement. Request parts on an as needed basis.
Operate a computer to check email, create and respond to assigned work request, conduct research, locate and order repair parts.
Accurately enter time worked, leave requests and leave taken into the People First system.
Operate and maintain a DMS issued cell phone.
Maintain vehicle logs and ensure vehicle maintenance is performed at established intervals.
Aggressively pursue continuing education and training in commercial building mechanical systems and controls.
Share knowledge, mentor and train staff.
Travel, On-Call and Emergencies
Travel as required to various state facilities as needed.
Participate in on-call rotation and after hour call back as required.
Participate in emergency response as required on evenings and weekends. May be responsible for managing emergency response during and after scheduled work hours. This may include coordinating the work activities of subordinates, contractors and other assigned trades who respond to after-hours emergencies.
Responsible for monitoring and reporting the materials and labor costs associated with emergency response activities.
The Benefits Of Working For The State Of Florida State employees enjoy top tier benefits including comprehensive health coverage, low deductibles, low monthly out‑of‑pocket contributions, and the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan. Additional benefits include a tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems. For a more complete list of benefits, please visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experienced in mechanical system and BAS operations, troubleshooting and repairs (e.g., chillers, boilers, AHUs, VFDs, VAVs, pumps, motors, and direct digital controls).
Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment.
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work, OSHA and environmental safety standards.
Position requires incumbent to have a complete understanding and working knowledge of all applicable safety procedures and regulations.
Skill in using engineering tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.
Ability to monitor systems, projects and vendors to ensure compliance with standards, specifications and applicable rules and regulations.
Ability to read blueprints.
Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years recent commercial HVAC experience.
Two years’ experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical or mechanical equipment. Vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or one of the building trades can substitute at the rate of 720 classroom hours.
Valid and applicable driver’s license.
HVAC certification.
EPA 608 Universal Certification.
Boiler Certification.
Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs, climb a ladder, reach overhead, work from heights, bend at the waist, kneel and crouch, work near loud noises and electrical equipment, work in basements, tight spaces, on rooftops. Prolonged periods of time walking, standing, bending, climbing and exerting up to 30 pounds of force frequently.
Ability to be on‑call, occasionally working nights, weekends and holidays.
This Position Requires
Ability to undergo and pass an annual occupational physical examination and OSHA confined space entry certification.
Additional background screening may be required by tenant agencies based on position assignments or access requirements.
Our Organization and Mission Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Secretary Pedro Allende and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency that manages real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs throughout Florida. DMS’s motto is “We serve those who serve Florida.”
Special Notes DMS encourages veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. Contact our recruiter for guidance: DMS.Ability@dms.myflorida.com or DMS.Veterans@dms.myflorida.com. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must contact the DMS Human Resources Office at (850) 488‑2707. Successful completion of background screening is required.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace; all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.
Veterans’ Preference: Candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission.
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Agency: Management Services
Working Title: SENIOR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 72001397
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 72001397
Salary: $58,693.96
Posting Closing Date: 01/08/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Senior Maintenance Mechanic
Division of Real Estate Development and Management
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This position is located in Orlando, FL
Position Overview and Responsibilities
Inspection, operation and repair of various types of mechanical equipment such as pumps, electrical motors, ahu’s, vfd’s, vav’s, boilers, water heaters, chillers, fans, ducts, hydraulic systems, hydronic systems.
Inspect equipment, analyze trouble and plan sequence of repair operations.
Manually operate mechanical systems to maintain occupant comfort and building safety in the event of Building Automation System (BAS) failure.
Operate boilers in accordance with standard operating procedures and boiler manufacturer requirements.
Inspect gauge readings to determine proper mechanical equipment operation.
Calibrate, adjust, and repair temperature devices.
Coordinate closely with Operations Control in the identification and change documentation and validation of building controls.
Perform laser alignment on pumps and motors.
Proactively investigate deficiencies, unusual activity, data trends, noise, complaints and equipment malfunctions.
Perform chemical water analysis on boiler water as required by boiler manufacturer.
Responsible for performing all specified preventive maintenance task assigned each week, also is responsible for reporting all time and materials used on each work order.
Promptly communicate unusual activity or data to Supervisor, Facilities Manager and HVAC Superintendent in Tallahassee.
Identify when proper preventative maintenance is not being performed, whether internally or by an external vendor, and promptly report to Supervisor, Facilities Manager and HVAC Superintendent when it is not.
Administrative Duties / Job Duties
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Analyze mechanical maintenance reports prepared by third party vendors. Identify and promptly communicate unusual activity to supervisor, applicable Facilities Manager and HVAC Superintendent in Tallahassee.
Accurately enter and maintain all data in the TRIRIGA system, including equipment asset information, work order data, and preventative maintenance. All scheduled and unscheduled work orders are to be filled out correctly and completely and turned in by the end of the week.
Keep track of inventory parts on hand for all repairs and/or replacement. Request parts on an as needed basis.
Operate a computer to check email, create and respond to assigned work request, conduct research, locate and order repair parts.
Accurately enter time worked, leave requests and leave taken into the People First system.
Operate and maintain a DMS issued cell phone.
Maintain vehicle logs and ensure vehicle maintenance is performed at established intervals.
Aggressively pursue continuing education and training in commercial building mechanical systems and controls.
Share knowledge, mentor and train staff.
Travel, On-Call and Emergencies
Travel as required to various state facilities as needed.
Participate in on-call rotation and after hour call back as required.
Participate in emergency response as required on evenings and weekends. May be responsible for managing emergency response during and after scheduled work hours. This may include coordinating the work activities of subordinates, contractors and other assigned trades who respond to after-hours emergencies.
Responsible for monitoring and reporting the materials and labor costs associated with emergency response activities.
The Benefits Of Working For The State Of Florida State employees enjoy top tier benefits including comprehensive health coverage, low deductibles, low monthly out‑of‑pocket contributions, and the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan. Additional benefits include a tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems. For a more complete list of benefits, please visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experienced in mechanical system and BAS operations, troubleshooting and repairs (e.g., chillers, boilers, AHUs, VFDs, VAVs, pumps, motors, and direct digital controls).
Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment.
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work, OSHA and environmental safety standards.
Position requires incumbent to have a complete understanding and working knowledge of all applicable safety procedures and regulations.
Skill in using engineering tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.
Ability to monitor systems, projects and vendors to ensure compliance with standards, specifications and applicable rules and regulations.
Ability to read blueprints.
Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years recent commercial HVAC experience.
Two years’ experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical or mechanical equipment. Vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or one of the building trades can substitute at the rate of 720 classroom hours.
Valid and applicable driver’s license.
HVAC certification.
EPA 608 Universal Certification.
Boiler Certification.
Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs, climb a ladder, reach overhead, work from heights, bend at the waist, kneel and crouch, work near loud noises and electrical equipment, work in basements, tight spaces, on rooftops. Prolonged periods of time walking, standing, bending, climbing and exerting up to 30 pounds of force frequently.
Ability to be on‑call, occasionally working nights, weekends and holidays.
This Position Requires
Ability to undergo and pass an annual occupational physical examination and OSHA confined space entry certification.
Additional background screening may be required by tenant agencies based on position assignments or access requirements.
Our Organization and Mission Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Secretary Pedro Allende and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency that manages real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs throughout Florida. DMS’s motto is “We serve those who serve Florida.”
Special Notes DMS encourages veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. Contact our recruiter for guidance: DMS.Ability@dms.myflorida.com or DMS.Veterans@dms.myflorida.com. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must contact the DMS Human Resources Office at (850) 488‑2707. Successful completion of background screening is required.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace; all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.
Veterans’ Preference: Candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission.
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