MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 80082606

Requisition No: 860901 

Agency: Juvenile Justice

Working Title: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 80082606

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 80082606 

Salary:  $1,424.61 Bi-weekly 

Posting Closing Date: 09/16/2025 

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The Department of Juvenile Justice salutes our heroes. 

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We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses.

The Right Service, the Right Way, at the Right Time 

THIS POSITION IS A POOL ANNOUNCEMENT

MULTIPLE POSITIONS WILL BE HIRED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT

LOCATION, CONTACT AND SALARY INFORMATION:

Location Information:  Southwest Regional Juvenile Detention Center, 2525 Ortiz Ave, Ft.Myers, FL 33905

Contact Person:  Maria Trujillo (239) 332-6927

Minimum Biweekly Rate of Pay: $1,424.61 Biweekly. (In accordance with current spending restrictions, an internal promotion into the position will be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee’s current rate, whichever is higher.)

DESCRIPTION:

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for assisting with the safety and security of the facility by coordinating assignments of a multitude of maintenance and repair functions. This incumbent will be responsible for but not limited to vehicle maintenance, preparing requisitions for necessary purchases, upkeep and repairs throughout the facility and grounds, maintains inventory and record management, and conducts inspections on a daily basis.

Install, maintain and repair electrical motors, generators and related mechanical equipment, enduring proper operation order and security. Provide preventive and routine maintenance on facility equipment and machinery, fire and emergency systems and emergency generator. Conduct weekly test of facility emergency generator. Ensure secure storage of equipment per facility Operation Procedure (FOP), as well as safe operation of all equipment according to manufacturer’s instruction and common sense.

Ensure Locks, keyways and related equipment is maintained. Also maintain lights, receptacles, switches and other electrical equipment as needed. Ensures locks and cylinders are functional. Call licensed electrician when require. Notified appropriate shift personnel and administrative staff of any special conditions regarding locks, electrical problems and/or other problems, which may be hazardous. 

Install, maintains and repairs valves, sinks, wash bowls, sewers, plumbing, windows, doors, locks, lights, lighting fixtures, basic electrical, switches and outlets. Liaison with facility administration relative to maintenance needs and repair priorities. Responsible for the repair and maintenance to all detention center structure and related fixtures. Require to meet weekly with superintendent to discuss current maintenance needs and repair priorities.

Ensure proper maintenance and functioning of air conditioning/heating system, boiler/water system, and aesthetic repair of carpentry and masonry caused by the use or destructive clients. Perform a variety of brick, cement and carpentry work. Perform electrical testing and troubleshooting for facility systems including necessary acetylene welding and brazing as may require of the maintenance mechanic.

Operate power lathes, drill presses, threading machines, grinding machines, as well as a variety of power tools and saws. Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment as may be required to provide execute the maintenance and repairs   required of the maintenance mechanic. 

Perform other duties as may be assigned or required in the event of an emergency or disaster. Assist in major facility clean up. Upkeep of grounds and landscaping conducting and maintaining inventory of tools, equipment and supplies. Requesting and obtaining approval for supply orders as needed per FOP.

Ensure all new tools are properly added to tool inventory. Aids in stock work and deliveries as needed and required. Assist with loading and unloading of facility receivables. Strip and wax floors when required.  Provide lawn services to State facility’s when required.

Check FMS daily for work orders, complete the orders and/or input information into way is not completed and close them down when finish the order.

Ability to move furniture and file cabinets when required.

Performs other related duties.

985.66 FLORIDA STATUTE REQUIREMENT:

Be at least 19 years of age. 

Be a high school graduate or its equivalent as determined by the department.

Not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.  Any person, who after September 30, 1999, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement is not eligible for employment, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.  Notwithstanding this subparagraph, any person who pled nolo contendere to a misdemeanor involving a false statement before October 1, 1999, and who has had such record of that plea sealed or expunged is not ineligible for employment for that reason.

Abide by all provisions of s. 985.644 (1), regarding fingerprinting and background investigations and other screening requirements for personnel.

Execute and submit to the Department an affidavit-of-application form, adopted by the Department, attesting to his or her compliance with subparagraphs 1-4.  The affidavit must be executed under oath and constitutes an official statement under s. 837.06.  The affidavit must include conspicuous language that the intentional false execution of the affidavit constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree. The Department shall retain the affidavit.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:

Knowledgeable of the principles of skilled mechanical repair work.

Knowledgeable of the principles and techniques of skilled building trades and mechanical repair work.

Knowledgeable of principles and techniques related to electrical repair and installation.

Knowledgeable of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.

Knowledgeable of manufacturers safe handling recommendations and cautions.

Knowledgeable of immediate basic first aid and FOP relative to incident and workman compensation reporting.

Knowledgeable of facility Disaster Preparedness Plan and role assigned.

Knowledgeable of purchase requisitions and order process.

Knowledgeable of inventory maintenance.

Skilled in using equipment and tools in maintenance and repair work.

Skilled in using tools and equipment related to electrical, plumbing and structural repairs.

Skilled in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.

Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment.

Ability to install, repair and maintain related components.

Ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions.

Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to plan, organizes, coordinate and prioritize assignments.

SPECIAL NOTES:

DJJ Detention facilities operate 24/7/365 and positions require shift schedules. Staff members must be agreeable to working shift schedules, including rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays with varying days off. There may also be times when unplanned overtime or unscheduled double shifts are necessary.

All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks (state, local, and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions.

DJJ participates in E-VERIFY (Employment Eligibility).

When identified on a position description, a valid driver’s license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable.  Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle.

Positions that include the transportation of youth while performing any work or work-related functions on behalf of DJJ, require: (1) a valid driver’s license; and (2) three-years acceptable driving record as defined in FDJJ Policy 1920.

Successful candidate must be certified in accordance with the Department direct care training policy, and must obtain such certification within 180 days of employment.

For those candidates, not currently in the state system as a direct-care worker for DJJ at the time of application, the top-ranking candidate(s) after the interview phase will be required to take and pass an Ergometric’s IMPACT Assessment and Training Test in order to be considered for the direct-care employment opportunity. This test will be used to measure the candidate’s overall suitability for working with juvenile justice involved youth. Test results will be used for a period of six months after initial testing for candidates who reapply during that period for another position for which testing is required.

Pursuant to Florida law, the Florida Administrative Code, and in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations, the general staffing of a facility must be in an accordance with the male and female ratio of the juvenile population.  The decision to hire a male or female employee based on a bona fide occupational qualification does not constitute discrimination, disparate treatment and/or a violation of civil rights.

Be a high school graduate or its equivalent as determined by the department.

All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks, (state, local and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions.

DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility).

When identified on a position description, a valid driver’s license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable.  Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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.