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Maintenance Generalist II

The full-time Maintenance Generalist II will support the demands of the Institute's maintenance operations and perform services and repairs which include welding, plumbing, painting, carpentry and as a locksmith. The position is considered essential and must be available during emergencies, such as hurricanes.

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• General Maintenance Operations: Builds and/or installs shelves, cabinets, lab tops, doors and desk keyboard trays; hangs signs, pictures and boards; repairs door hinges, knobs and closures.

• Assist with event setup and general repairs.

• Replaces ballasts, electrical outlets, light switches and light bulbs; hangs light fixtures; repairs or replaces frayed power cords and plugs.

• Inspects sinks, drinking fountains, urinals, toilets, unclogs drains, install pipes, performs light repairs of sinks and garbage disposals.

• Replaces floor and ceiling tiles, caulks around bathroom fixtures.

• Works with specialized lab support equipment including hoods, incubators, freezers or other lab equipment as assigned. Moves equipment, freezers and furniture.

• Responds to emergency calls and equipment alarms; evaluates problem and makes repairs or requests appropriate specialist.

• Supply Maintenance: Estimates labor and material costs for work requests; may order supplies. Performs routine work orders and preventative maintenance tasks, as assigned. Accurately records daily hours worked and time spent on individual tasks.

• Works daily with the Facilities Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Software (Micromain); BAS software, and the Footprints work order system.

• The ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, is an essential function of this position.

• May perform related tasks and work of other Facilities department personnel, as required or assigned.

• Interprets blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications to determine installation or repair requirements.

$25.00 per hour. 

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

• Previous experience working in a research, hospital, or university setting is preferred.
• Previous experience with plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and/or welding experience is preferred.
• Previous trade experience (1 or more) in plumbing, electrical, pipefitting, HVAC, etc. is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills and the ability to evaluate mechanical and electrical systems.
• Must have a valid driver's license issued from the state where the position is located.
• Must be available on holidays, weekends, and emergency responses as the property is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Please provide names and email addresses of three to five references as part of the application process. When ready, the hiring department will contact the listed references via email requesting their reference letters to be uploaded directly to the application website.

This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See the Qualified Positions link on our applicant FAQs page for a list of eligible positions.

Join our facilities team with the opportunity to receive a competitive sign-on bonus! We're looking for dedicated professionals to help maintain and enhance our facilities. This limited-time bonus is available to new hires who join our team and meet eligibility requirements-apply today and take advantage of this exciting opportunity!

This position is open until filled, and application review will begin July 3, 2026. 

The University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

This is a time-limited position.