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Maintenance Repair Worker

City of Tallahassee
Tallahassee, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025 CLOSED ON 12/27/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Repair Worker position at City of Tallahassee?

About Us

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Deadline (Open Until Filled)

Open until filled.

Department Name

Underground Utilities & Public Infrastructure

Job Specifications

Employment Status: Full-Time

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in keeping facilities running smoothly, and like being part of a team that supports the essential operations of our organization, this role may be perfect for you.

As a Maintenance Repair Worker, you'll help maintain a variety of UUPI facility complexes, ensuring they remain safe, functional, and comfortable for everyone who uses them. You'll work under the direct guidance of our Supervisor of Building Maintenance while performing a wide range of facility upkeep tasks.

What You'll Do

  • Promote a safe work environment by following safety rules, reporting concerns, completing required training, and supporting safety investigations.
  • Inspect facilities to ensure proper operation and regulatory compliance, including completing Quarterly NPDES inspection tasks.
  • Collaborate with team members to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Maintain facility equipment and tools; support setup, technology needs, and perform routine cleaning tasks as assigned.
  • Perform minor repairs to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, fire, and security systems; assist vendors as needed and respond to issues related to temperature, lighting, access controls, janitorial needs, and other building systems.

For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx

Minimum Training & Experience

  • Completed the eighth (8th) grade;

AND

  • Two (2) years of experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks as a helper to a journeyman or as a handyman in at least one of the major trades

NOTE: Directly related experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.

Necessary Special Requirements

  • A valid Class E (or equivalent) State driver's license at the time of appointment

Salary Range

$13.9273 to $37.7926/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $23.1607/hour.

Benefits Information

The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leave
  • Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and long-term disability insurance
  • Pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans

For more information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit ALEX or 2025 Benefits Summary.

Note: OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City's benefits programs

How To Apply

Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the 'Apply Today' button, then navigate to 'My Job Applications' icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City's Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

Accommodation for Persons with a Disability

If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.

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