Florida Department of Environmental Protection
SENIOR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 37001449 1
Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida, New York, United States
SENIOR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 37001449 1
St. George Island State Park is looking for a self‑motivated park service professional to fill a Senior Maintenance Mechanic position with experience in the building & construction trades, gas and diesel equipment maintenance, visitor services, and administration with a focus on maintenance and construction projects at St. George Island State Park (SGISP). SGISP is a 2,000 acre park on a narrow barrier island in Franklin County, Florida. SGISP also manages the John Gorrie Museum and the Orman House Historic State Park in Apalachicola.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE Performs and assists in the oversight of repairs, maintenance and construction of park buildings; including carpentry, brick, cement, block, plumbing, electrical wiring, roofing, trim, framing, foundations, exterior and interior finish, painting, floors, septic systems, doors and windows. Performs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs to electric motors, generators, pumps, and compressors. Installs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs to valves, sinks, wash bowls, sewers and other sanitary fixtures. Performs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs of all vehicles and equipment, including cars, trucks, electric carts, tractors, mowers, sprayers, chainsaws, and all power tools. Performs and assists in the oversight of repairs to air conditioning and heating equipment. Operates all park maintenance equipment, including vehicles, tractors, saws, drills, presses, torches, welders, grinders and all tools. Responsible for managing the park’s overall shop compound facilities and vehicle/equipment fleet used by the entire team.
ADMINISTRATION Prepares vehicle reports, maintenance logs and maintenance schedules. Tracks bulk gas and oil inventories. Prepares quotes, purchasing card paperwork and coding of charges in WORKS as necessary to secure materials for repair, maintenance and upkeep of park facilities, equipment and vehicles. Works with management to oversee maintenance budgets and develop projects and funding requests. Oversees park safety inspections and addresses deficiencies noted. Conducts and maintains inventories of materials and supplies needed.
PROTECTION Researches, prepares and provides supervisor with timely corrective action plans. Maintains effective park protection through organization and supervision of the park’s maintenance resources and equipment and supply inventories. Patrols work area and examines tools and equipment to detect unsafe conditions or violations of safety rules. Maintains safety records and trains others in safe use of equipment. Maintains and conducts inspections of park security of gates, entrances, equipment and facilities; implements emergency procedures. Provides training to staff and volunteers on the proper way to safely operate and maintain park equipment, tools and vehicles.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Participates in and supports the park’s resource management program including, but not limited to, imperiled species management, exotic and nuisance species control, prescribed fire, and erosion control. Oversees the repair and maintenance of emergency firefighting equipment. Explains the facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via guided tours.
OTHER Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of
Florida’s natural and cultural resources
Basic arithmetic, computers and related software
The principles and techniques of the skilled building trades and mechanical repair work and of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work
Laws pertaining to the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
Skill in
Good public relations, communicating effectively verbally and in writing
Operating a point of sale system and reconciling receipts; accurately preparing reports
Performing grounds and facility maintenance including mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, painting; utilizing power tools such as chainsaws and drills
Basic plumbing, including repairing hose bibs and waterline repair
Basic electrical work, including replacing outlets and circuit breakers
Basic carpentry, including boardwalks and fences
Vehicle diagnostics, repair and fabrication
Heavy equipment diagnostics, maintenance & repair
Operating a variety of motorized equipment
Operation of computers and various software programs
Using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work
Performing physical labor such as cleaning restrooms, picking up trash, facility repairs and groundskeeping
Dealing with visitor inquiries in a tactful and courteous manner; understanding and applying rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations
Preparing reports; working independently with minimum supervision; planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others
Interacting with internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
Ability to
Participate in resource management practices, including non‑native plant removal and herbicide application; work outdoors
Perform a variety of skilled trade functions; read blueprints; install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators, and other mechanical equipment; take accurate measurements, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair small engines and other equipment including ATVs, UTVs, golf carts, trucks, tractors, implements, RV electrical pedestals, household appliances, lift stations, well pumps, washing machines, water heaters, etc.
Conduct formal and informal maintenance training
Perform maintenance inspections; coordinate repairs; acquire materials and supplies needed to complete projects
Supervise maintenance projects as directed
Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and related correspondence
Maintain a valid driver’s license
Lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies up to 100 pounds
Work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, and weekends
Diagnose small and large engine issues
Properly wear a uniform
Successfully complete a background check and fingerprint check
Work in inclement weather
Minimum Qualifications
Valid driver’s license
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE Performs and assists in the oversight of repairs, maintenance and construction of park buildings; including carpentry, brick, cement, block, plumbing, electrical wiring, roofing, trim, framing, foundations, exterior and interior finish, painting, floors, septic systems, doors and windows. Performs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs to electric motors, generators, pumps, and compressors. Installs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs to valves, sinks, wash bowls, sewers and other sanitary fixtures. Performs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs of all vehicles and equipment, including cars, trucks, electric carts, tractors, mowers, sprayers, chainsaws, and all power tools. Performs and assists in the oversight of repairs to air conditioning and heating equipment. Operates all park maintenance equipment, including vehicles, tractors, saws, drills, presses, torches, welders, grinders and all tools. Responsible for managing the park’s overall shop compound facilities and vehicle/equipment fleet used by the entire team.
ADMINISTRATION Prepares vehicle reports, maintenance logs and maintenance schedules. Tracks bulk gas and oil inventories. Prepares quotes, purchasing card paperwork and coding of charges in WORKS as necessary to secure materials for repair, maintenance and upkeep of park facilities, equipment and vehicles. Works with management to oversee maintenance budgets and develop projects and funding requests. Oversees park safety inspections and addresses deficiencies noted. Conducts and maintains inventories of materials and supplies needed.
PROTECTION Researches, prepares and provides supervisor with timely corrective action plans. Maintains effective park protection through organization and supervision of the park’s maintenance resources and equipment and supply inventories. Patrols work area and examines tools and equipment to detect unsafe conditions or violations of safety rules. Maintains safety records and trains others in safe use of equipment. Maintains and conducts inspections of park security of gates, entrances, equipment and facilities; implements emergency procedures. Provides training to staff and volunteers on the proper way to safely operate and maintain park equipment, tools and vehicles.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Participates in and supports the park’s resource management program including, but not limited to, imperiled species management, exotic and nuisance species control, prescribed fire, and erosion control. Oversees the repair and maintenance of emergency firefighting equipment. Explains the facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via guided tours.
OTHER Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of
Florida’s natural and cultural resources
Basic arithmetic, computers and related software
The principles and techniques of the skilled building trades and mechanical repair work and of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work
Laws pertaining to the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
Skill in
Good public relations, communicating effectively verbally and in writing
Operating a point of sale system and reconciling receipts; accurately preparing reports
Performing grounds and facility maintenance including mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, painting; utilizing power tools such as chainsaws and drills
Basic plumbing, including repairing hose bibs and waterline repair
Basic electrical work, including replacing outlets and circuit breakers
Basic carpentry, including boardwalks and fences
Vehicle diagnostics, repair and fabrication
Heavy equipment diagnostics, maintenance & repair
Operating a variety of motorized equipment
Operation of computers and various software programs
Using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work
Performing physical labor such as cleaning restrooms, picking up trash, facility repairs and groundskeeping
Dealing with visitor inquiries in a tactful and courteous manner; understanding and applying rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations
Preparing reports; working independently with minimum supervision; planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others
Interacting with internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
Ability to
Participate in resource management practices, including non‑native plant removal and herbicide application; work outdoors
Perform a variety of skilled trade functions; read blueprints; install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators, and other mechanical equipment; take accurate measurements, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair small engines and other equipment including ATVs, UTVs, golf carts, trucks, tractors, implements, RV electrical pedestals, household appliances, lift stations, well pumps, washing machines, water heaters, etc.
Conduct formal and informal maintenance training
Perform maintenance inspections; coordinate repairs; acquire materials and supplies needed to complete projects
Supervise maintenance projects as directed
Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and related correspondence
Maintain a valid driver’s license
Lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies up to 100 pounds
Work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, and weekends
Diagnose small and large engine issues
Properly wear a uniform
Successfully complete a background check and fingerprint check
Work in inclement weather
Minimum Qualifications
Valid driver’s license
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