Maintenance Support Technician

This is an on-site position located in Orlando, FL. The Maintenance Support Technician assists the maintenance mechanical staff and skilled tradesmen assigned to building and perform minor repairs as directed. The position involves carrying ladders and other equipment, doing touch-up painting, minor carpentry, changing light bulbs and ballasts, switches, receptacles, etc. Ability to use wiggies & meter. Maintenance on floor, carpet machines and groundskeeping equipment. Performs maintenance on air conditioning systems, changes filters and write the installation date of the filters, pump repair, etc. 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. Fix receptacles; pull new circuits for electrical, run EMT & PVC conduit, change out breakers. Work on doors, door closers, door hinges and door locks and windows. Unstop and repair dispensers. Complete all necessary paperwork associated with duties. Assist the Facilities Manager on monitoring or adjusting the Energy Management, Fire Protection and Security Systems. Assist Maintenance Mechanic, outside contractors and others as needed.

What You Will Do

Perform light cleaning in the building, including but not limited to cleaning water fountains, cleaning doors, walls, switch plates and kick-plates. Cleaning and restocking restrooms. Ability to understand and take directions from supervisor, recognize problems or potential problems and communicate those findings to supervisor. Perform groundskeeping duties as needed. Keep entrance steps, entrance mats, and porches clean and police around exterior of building.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Incumbent maintains good public relations with peers, supervision and tenants in the building. Establishes and maintains good working relationship with others. Maintains good rapport with tenants, co-workers and supervisors in buildings; keeps them informed of any unusual situation and is available to answer questions and requests.

Requirements

• One year of 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 is required
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs, climb a ladder, reach overhead, work from heights, bend at the waist, kneel and crouch, be able to work near loud noises and electrical equipment, work in basements, tight spaces, on rooftop
• Ability to read and understand blueprints

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage
• Option of selecting between two retirement options, including the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan
• Tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems