What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trades Technician IV position at Orange County Government?
Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Job Description
General Functions
This is a responsible technical position performing highly skilled work. Based on area of assignment, performs duties in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general building maintenance, locksmith, lighting, audio, irrigation or other electrical systems.
Based on assignment, performs the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of complex electrical systems, equipment and fixtures. Provides expertise for wiring HVAC systems, repairing and maintaining motors, pumps, generators, switchgears and replacing light fixtures and ballasts. Provides multi-trade technical maintenance support for building systems; i.e. HVAC, plumbing, etc. Performs preventative maintenance on electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems to ensure safe, efficient and effective operations. Performs installation, alteration, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of hard key access and master keying designs.
This position may act as a crew leader to Operations Technician I-III, locksmith and other staff.
Work requires independent judgment and is performed under the direction of assigned supervisor.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Representative Duties/Assignments
Required to be on-call and available to respond during assigned weeks
During emergency activation to be at the assigned building for 72 hours straight
Work with computer dispatched work order system
Will be required to perform mandatory Emergency Standby Duty.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent and six (6) years of experience in any of the following areas electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general building maintenance, locksmith, lighting, audio, or other electrical systems; or equivalent combination of Trade College certification and five (5) years of experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.
Preferences
May be required to possess an Orange County license as a Journeyman Electrician or Plumber.
May require successful completion of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved certification program as a Universal technician prior to the date-of-hire.
May be required to meet eligibility requirements for membership in the Associated Locksmiths of America within one year of employment
Application Deadline
Open Date: 10/17/2026
Close Date: 10/31/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 014 - From $23.89 to $31.05
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Benefits
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Notes
Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Job Description
General Functions
This is a responsible technical position performing highly skilled work. Based on area of assignment, performs duties in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general building maintenance, locksmith, lighting, audio, irrigation or other electrical systems.
Based on assignment, performs the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of complex electrical systems, equipment and fixtures. Provides expertise for wiring HVAC systems, repairing and maintaining motors, pumps, generators, switchgears and replacing light fixtures and ballasts. Provides multi-trade technical maintenance support for building systems; i.e. HVAC, plumbing, etc. Performs preventative maintenance on electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems to ensure safe, efficient and effective operations. Performs installation, alteration, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of hard key access and master keying designs.
This position may act as a crew leader to Operations Technician I-III, locksmith and other staff.
Work requires independent judgment and is performed under the direction of assigned supervisor.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Representative Duties/Assignments
Required to be on-call and available to respond during assigned weeks
During emergency activation to be at the assigned building for 72 hours straight
Work with computer dispatched work order system
Will be required to perform mandatory Emergency Standby Duty.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent and six (6) years of experience in any of the following areas electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general building maintenance, locksmith, lighting, audio, or other electrical systems; or equivalent combination of Trade College certification and five (5) years of experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.
Preferences
May be required to possess an Orange County license as a Journeyman Electrician or Plumber.
May require successful completion of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved certification program as a Universal technician prior to the date-of-hire.
May be required to meet eligibility requirements for membership in the Associated Locksmiths of America within one year of employment
Application Deadline
Open Date: 10/17/2026
Close Date: 10/31/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 014 - From $23.89 to $31.05
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Notes
Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
Salary : $24 - $31