What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42005952 position at State of Florida?
Requisition No: 873424
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42005952
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 42005952
Salary: $40,000.22
Posting Closing Date: 04/08/2026
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MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF MARKETING AND DEVELOPMENT
Leah Hines (863) 773-9850
Minimum Requirements
Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical or mechanical equipment; or
Vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or one of the building trades can substitute at the rate of 720 classroom hours for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
Requires possession of a valid Driver License.
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Additional Requirements
Occasional travel required.
Some day or overnight travel may be required to assist other markets, attend meetings, trainings, or conferences.
Notes
To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.
Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
Job Duties
This position, headquartered at the Wauchula State Farmers Market, Hardee provides a broad range of repair and maintenance functions.
Installs, maintains and repairs electrical and mechanical equipment. Inspects municipal water supplies, Maintains and Inspects safety equipment, Emergency Lighting, Fire extinguishers on a monthly basis ensuring all are operational and in compliance per policy and procedure and is documented.
Performs various cement/concrete work and performs minor welding/brazing. Makes minor asphalt repairs.
Installs, maintains and repairs valves, sinks, wash bowls, sewers and other sanitary fixtures.
Maintains and repairs heating and air conditioning equipment. Operates and maintains power equipment and tools, including power saws, drills, chain saws, bench grinders, lawn mowers and other as necessary.
Performs lawn care and grounds maintenance duties.
Performs minor mechanical repairs to state equipment and maintains regular maintenance on equipment such as oil changes. Maintains maintenance records, inventory of market supplies, other than office supplies.
Cleans and stocks public restrooms.
Performs other related work as assigned by supervisor. Also assists with Phone, Scale and Office duties when Market Manager and Clerk are not present.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”
Special Notes
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42005952
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 42005952
Salary: $40,000.22
Posting Closing Date: 04/08/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF MARKETING AND DEVELOPMENT
- OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***
Leah Hines (863) 773-9850
Minimum Requirements
Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical or mechanical equipment; or
Vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or one of the building trades can substitute at the rate of 720 classroom hours for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
Requires possession of a valid Driver License.
- ATTENTION CANDIDATES***
- All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
- Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
- Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Additional Requirements
Occasional travel required.
Some day or overnight travel may be required to assist other markets, attend meetings, trainings, or conferences.
Notes
To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.
Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
Job Duties
This position, headquartered at the Wauchula State Farmers Market, Hardee provides a broad range of repair and maintenance functions.
Installs, maintains and repairs electrical and mechanical equipment. Inspects municipal water supplies, Maintains and Inspects safety equipment, Emergency Lighting, Fire extinguishers on a monthly basis ensuring all are operational and in compliance per policy and procedure and is documented.
Performs various cement/concrete work and performs minor welding/brazing. Makes minor asphalt repairs.
Installs, maintains and repairs valves, sinks, wash bowls, sewers and other sanitary fixtures.
Maintains and repairs heating and air conditioning equipment. Operates and maintains power equipment and tools, including power saws, drills, chain saws, bench grinders, lawn mowers and other as necessary.
Performs lawn care and grounds maintenance duties.
Performs minor mechanical repairs to state equipment and maintains regular maintenance on equipment such as oil changes. Maintains maintenance records, inventory of market supplies, other than office supplies.
Cleans and stocks public restrooms.
Performs other related work as assigned by supervisor. Also assists with Phone, Scale and Office duties when Market Manager and Clerk are not present.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of general principles of skilled building trades or mechanical repair work and safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.
- Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.
- Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions.
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment.
- Ability to take accurate measurements.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to climb ladders to perform certain maintenance issues.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com ;)
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”
Special Notes
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Salary : $40,000