Maintenance Technician I

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for two (2) full-time positions of Maintenance Technician I on the Melbourne Campus in Melbourne Florida.

The annual salary is $31,320. Successful internal candidates for external job postings should be aware that their current salary does not transfer to the new position. Salary will be as advertised in the job announcement. Full-time employees of Eastern Florida State College receive fringe benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Shall perform a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled building maintenance and repairs for all buildings and related facilities, furnishings, and equipment. Duties may include, but are not limited to painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and related trades.

The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:

• High School Diploma or GED with two year’s work-related experience in one or more of the following trades:carpentry, electrical, plumbing and painting.
• Must be familiar with the use of drills, saws, electric motors, and assorted hand tools.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and standards.
• Ability to analyze and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to access and use college supported software.
• Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required.
• These positions will require successful fingerprinting and the candidates chosen will be required to pay the associated fee (currently $36.00).This fingerprinting fee ($36.00) is non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase. *

• High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum physical qualifications:

• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to lift, push, pull and/or move 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, kneel, or work in restricted spaces.
• Ability to climb and stand on a ladder 6 ft. or higher.
• Must have good eye-hand coordination.
• Works outside in various weather conditions.
• Works in or with moving vehicles and/or equipment.
• Works in noisy conditions.
• Works occasionally inside an office.

Applications will be accepted from February 24, 2025, through March 10, 2025; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.