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Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.

POSITION DETAILS

Position Number:  106240
Classification Title:  Maintenance Specialist
Working Title:  Maintenance Mechanic, General

Department:  Housing Residence Life
FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt
Salary Range:  $35,047 - $42,056
Pay Basis:  Annually

POSITION OVERVIEW

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform general maintenance and repair work across multiple trades, including carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, painting, and locksmithing. Responsibilities include the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair or replacement of equipment, systems, and building components. Support campus operations by assisting in areas outside of core responsibilities as needed, including furniture moves, custodial tasks, landscaping, event setups, and related duties. Maintain strong knowledge of safety procedures and best practices. Communicate effectively with students, staff, vendors, and residents to support a safe and functional living and learning environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program for multiple trades; or a high school diploma and four years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, venting and air conditioning systems, carpentry, custodial and work safety guidelines. Valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful applicants will possess knowledge of responsibilities of a University Housing (or related residence facility). Possess strong written and verbal skills, previous experience working independently and as a team member, and demonstrate the ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

• 60% - Responds to daily work orders related to student concerns and departmental needs, performing repairs and replacements in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, and carpentry. Conducts routine life safety inspections and ensures compliance with state fire codes and safety regulations. Documents all work performed and communicates any additional corrective actions required upon completion. - (Essential)
• 10% - Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including proper care and storage of tools, equipment, and assigned vehicles. Always uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensures compliance with safety protocols. Reports injuries, hazards, and unsafe conditions promptly to support the overall health and safety of the residence hall community. - (Essential)
• 10% - Provides support in areas outside of core maintenance duties as needed, including grounds and landscaping work, custodial assistance, event setup and breakdown, furniture moves, and assembly. Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and a safe, functional environment for residents and staff. - (Essential)
• 10% - Completes required administrative tasks, including closing out work orders with accurate documentation of work performed, submitting timesheets, and attending regular meetings. Participates in university-assigned training, performance evaluations, and other job-related reviews to ensure compliance, professional growth, and alignment with departmental goals. - (Essential)
• 5% - Participates in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies and urgent facility needs. Serves as an essential employee during major events, including hurricanes, severe weather, and other campus emergencies, assisting with preparation, response, and recovery efforts as required to ensure the safety and continuity of residential operations. - (Essential)
• 5% - Other duties as assigned. - (Essential)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Physical Requirements: Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more disagreeable environmental factors, such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., with often to the point of being objectionable.
• Impact of Deadlines: Routine deadlines. Usually sufficient lead time. Variance in work volume, seasonal, and predictable. Priorities can be anticipated. Some interruptions are present. Involves occasional exposure to demands/pressures from persons other than immediate sup.
• Standing: Daily
• Walking: Daily
• Sitting: Daily
• Reaching with hands and arms: Daily
• Climbing or balancing: Daily
• Stooping: Frequently
• Use of hands to handle objects: Daily
• Lifting up to 10lbs: Daily
• Lifting up to 25lbs: Daily
• Lifting over 25lbs: Frequently
• Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally: Daily
• Hearing as perceive sound by ear: Daily
• Vision as distinguish colors & depth: Daily

Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:  

• This position requires a criminal background screen.

• This position requires fingerprinting.

• This position is eligible for veterans’ preference.

• This position requires a valid driver's license.

Special Instructions to Applicants:  Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu.

Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references.

An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process.

For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.

This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Section 295.07, F.S.; applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation on or before the posting deadline date as such documentation is required for eligibility determination. Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. For information on obtaining a DD214, visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

At the conclusion of this search, if a non-preference eligible applicant is appointed to the position and you are a preference-eligible applicant and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, a written complaint requesting an investigation may be submitted to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Blvd., Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708. Such a complaint should be filed within 60 calendar days from the date that the notice the position has been filled is received by the applicant pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, F.S.

Prior to filing a complaint, it is the responsibility of the preference-eligible applicant to contact the designated Human Resources or other contact person at least one time after 45 days have passed from the final date for submitting an application or the interview date, whichever is later in time, if the applicant has not received notice of a hiring decision.

ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS

Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours:  Either Sun–Thur 8am–5pm or Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
FTE:  1.0
Closing Date:  11/30/2025