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Salary : $37,398.40 - $61,713.60 Annually
Location : Public Safety Complex - 911 Easterwood Dr. Tallahassee, FL
Job Type: Career Service Full Time
Job Number: 046-26
Department: Office of Resource Stewardship
Division: PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX
Opening Date: 04/25/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Pay Grade: 103
General Description of Duties
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The purpose of this position is to provide specialized repair and maintenance of County owned and occupied properties.
NOTE: The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The Job Description Questionnaire (JDQ) reflects a more detailed description of the position. Neither the job description nor the JDQ constitutes an employment agreement. Both are subject to change as the needs of the County and requirements of the job change.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Possess and apply a proficient level of specialty in at least one of the following trades HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Construction, or other trades that may be considered and deemed applicable and related to building maintenance, repair, and construction at a master or fully proficient level.
Possess and apply a basic understanding in the remaining trades as well as trades not listed above but that may be deemed applicable and related to building maintenance, repair, and construction of which not mastered or fully proficient.
Ensure orderly and timely response to assigned tasks. Tasks to include but not limited to using the work order system, addressing customer and/or user complaints and/or concerns, communicating clearly and effectively with supervisors, performing maintenance, installation, repair of buildings and equipment.
Perform multiple assignments which will require the need to possess general knowledge of all maintenance, repair, and construction functions and duties. Analyze, repair and make alterations on County buildings and equipment. Ability to work in a group and/or provide assistance to fellow Leon County team members.
Serve in rotation of after hour and weekend on-call personnel. Including but not limited to filling in when scheduled person is unavailable, supporting building needs and activities when needed.
Serve as an essential personnel member being required to work during periods of extreme weather and other emergency situations. This may include heavy rain, tropical storms, and/or hurricanes, hard freezes, snow, as well as any other extreme weather or storm activities.
Manage all resources needed for performance and completion of assigned tasks. Estimate and retain tools and material needed to complete tasks. Manage the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment for maximum efficiency.
OTHER IMPORTANT OR MARGINAL DUTIES
None.
DIFFICULTY
Work requires initiative and ingenuity. All work orders have deadlines that need to be met. Some work orders require immediate attention and therefore take priority over others. Problem solving is essential for daily and complex operational procedures. Position must address all maintenance concerns throughout the County.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Supervision Received
Supervision received ranges from specific to general. Employee must follow standard practices and refer all questionable items to supervisor in charge of project.
Supervision of Others
Employee is non-supervisory. Occasionally, employee may show another employee how to perform a task.
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMER CONTACT
Work may involve contacts with other departments in furnishing or obtaining information.
EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS USED
Personal computer, word processing software, database software, and specialized software such as Workorder, adding machine/basic or scientific calculator, manlift, bucket truck, tractor, hand and power tools, lubricants, solvents and operating a car and/or light truck, are some of the equipment and tools used.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical effort is exerted regularly and involves a considerable amount of standing, walking, lifting, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling. Work is typically performed indoors.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
To be proficient in at least one of the following trades, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction. Must be self-motivated, organized, and detailed oriented, as well as the ability to work within a group of county partners to complete projects in a timely manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Require a high school diploma or an equivalent and two years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements:
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license and a favorable driving record.
Experience in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, or Construction is preferred.
All Leon County employees (regular full-time and part-time, OPS, and PRN) are required to work before, during and after a Declared Local State of Emergency (DLSOE). Participation is considered a condition of employment.
Selection Guidelines:
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check.
FLSA STATUS: Position is Non-exempt. Analysis: Work involves a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of County facilities.
Leon County Government offers an extensive benefit package for FULL TIME employees. EXECUTIVE LEVEL employee benefits are determined through contract negotiations. Below are some of the highlights.

• Medical Insurance-Employer and Employee Contributions
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Group Term Life Insurance-Employer Paid
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Legal Insurance
• Voluntary Individual Insurance Coverages with AFLAC & Colonial
• State of Florida Retirement Plan-Employer & Employee Contributions
• Voluntary 457(b) Deferred Compensation Savings for Retirement
• Retirement Savings Match-for-employees earning less than $50,000
• Annual Leave Accrual
• Sick Leave Accrual
• 3 Personal Days
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loans At Work Program

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What is your highest level of education?

• Less than High School
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Vocational or Technical School.
• Associate's degree.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Master's degree.
• Doctorate.

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How many years of related work experience do you have?

• No Experience
• 1 Year
• 2 Years
• 3 Years
• 4 Years
• 5 Years or more

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