Maintenance Technician

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt
Schedule: 40 hours per week, including availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and hands-on Facilities Maintenance Technician I to support the daily maintenance, repair, and upkeep of a busy educational and public-facing facility. This position is responsible for preventive maintenance, basic building repairs, exhibit and audiovisual equipment upkeep, facility opening and closing procedures, and general grounds maintenance.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong troubleshooting skills, technical aptitude, and a customer-service mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and general repairs throughout the facility.
• Inspect public areas and exhibit components regularly to ensure they are safe and functioning properly.
• Diagnose equipment damage or failures and complete or coordinate repairs.
• Perform basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, drywall, flooring, and furniture repairs.
• Replace light bulbs and ballasts and complete minor electrical work.
• Assemble furniture, shelving, desks, and other facility equipment.
• Maintain, clean, and repair physical and audiovisual exhibit components.
• Assist with unloading, unpacking, installing, maintaining, and removing traveling exhibits.
• Maintain facility grounds, exterior lighting, and landscaping.
• Perform pressure cleaning of exterior walls, balconies, and other outdoor areas.
• Monitor fire, smoke, carbon monoxide, and other building safety systems.
• Respond promptly to employee reports of mechanical or maintenance concerns.
• Maintain accurate work-order and maintenance records.
• Keep tools, supplies, and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Assist with building security when needed.
• Communicate professionally with employees and members of the public while performing maintenance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and qualified.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of building preventive-maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment and general facility maintenance.
• Familiarity with basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and repair work.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Familiarity with forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of computers and audiovisual equipment, with the ability to learn specialized systems and software.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Personal vehicle insurance required if using a personal vehicle for supply pickup or delivery.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, crouch, kneel, climb stairs, and remain physically active throughout an eight-hour shift.
• Ability to work in awkward positions and at heights of 30 feet or more.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, including in extreme temperatures.
• Ability to safely operate tools and equipment while following all safety procedures.

Work Environment

This role operates in a fast-moving, public-facing educational environment and regularly uses equipment such as computers, tablets, radios, microphones, maintenance tools, and audiovisual systems. The position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person