Utilities & Maintenance Supt. II - SES

Requisition No: 866025 

Agency: Military Affairs

Working Title: Utilities & Maintenance Supt. II - SES

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 62000309 

Salary:  $62,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 12/15/2025 

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Department of Military Affairs

*** OPEN COMPETITIVE***

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11:59 p.m. on closing date

VACANCY # 62000309

WORK LOCATION: JACKSONVILLE, FL (125TH FIGHTER WING)

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS (DMA)

The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida.

OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance     
• Retirement Benefits   
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses
• Training Opportunities
• For benefit information available to State of Florida employees, go to http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. New employees of the Department of Military Affairs will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
2. New employees of the Department of Military Affairs are required to participate in a direct deposit/electronic transfer program. 
3. The Department of Military Affairs is paid on a monthly basis.
4. As a CANDIDATE, you may be required to provide documentation (i.e., High School Diploma or Equivalency, College Transcripts, ETC.) to verify meeting these Minimum Qualifications.

*NOTE*

To be considered for this position, application must be fully completed, your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process and clearly stated within the employment history.   

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent; AND
• Five (5) years of professional, full-time-equivalent experience in Construction Management and Maintenance.
• Education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises a team of 16 state employees:

• Ensure accurate timesheet entry in the State People First system. Verify that employees correctly record worked hours and leave. Review and approve timesheets weekly, addressing and correcting any discrepancies directly with employees.
• Develop weekly work schedules to support operational requirements. Ensure adequate staffing during monthly and Annual Training (AT) requirements of the Florida Air National Guard.
• Conduct probationary and annual performance evaluations. Establish clear expectations and ensure evaluations are completed on time in accordance with agency and state guidelines.
• Implement weekly, monthly, and yearly training on safety, tool usage, and work requirements
• Assign work orders to staff, ensuring they understand requirements and deadlines. Monitor progress and inspect completed work to confirm compliance with specifications. Ensure job sites are safe, clean, and meet all safety standards during and after work completion.
• Administer disciplinary processes in accordance with state and agency guidelines. Coordinate with the agency HR office for guidance and support. Provide recommendations to HR for final actions when necessary.
• Ensure staff availability to respond to emergency calls outside of normal work hours.

Facility Maintenance:

• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of 80 Buildings to include, but not limited to, all electric and non-electric rollup doors, roofs doors, 600+ electrical panels, 65+ water heaters, 3 chillers, 6 boilers, 300+ HVAC units 10 air compressors etc.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs across all facilities within the 125th Fighter Wing. Schedule and track routine inspections to ensure systems remain operational and compliant with standards.
• Ensure HVAC systems and HVAC control Systems operate efficiently and respond promptly to complaints or issues. Repair and replace failing HVAC units, thermostats, and air handlers as needed.
• Repair potable water, sewer and fire suppression system infrastructure. Repair plumbing fixtures including but not limited to toilets, faucets, shower heads, and water fountains. Replace broken drain lines and underground supply lines; unclog drains to prevent flooding. Install new plumbing systems and replace outdated lines when necessary.

Drain water heaters annually and replace rusted or failing units.

• Ensure all electrical systems are fully operations. Install new electric lines as needed and repair damaged lines.  Maintain all parking lot lighting and building lights to include emergency wall lights and exit signs. Service all panels throughout the facility to include replacing failing breakers.  Inspect, maintain and repair grounding and lightning protection systems.
• Complete small construction projects and ensure all work complies with applicable building codes. Renovate rooms and buildings as required. Perform concrete work, including new installations and repairs of damaged or cracking surfaces.
• Maintain inventory of tools required for facility maintenance tasks. Conduct annual tool inspections and document any issues or missing equipment.

Custodial Maintenance:

• Supervise the cleaning and upkeep of all base restroom facilities, ensuring they remain clean, orderly, and sanitary. Maintain standards such that no more than five issues annually require direct intervention from the facility manager.
• Provide oversight and quality assurance for the base Janitorial contract and base Waste Management contract. Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with service standards and contractual obligations.
• Ensure all cleaning chemicals are properly stored, labeled, and maintained in accordance with safety regulations. Conduct periodic inspections to verify compliance with environmental and workplace safety requirements.

Ground Maintenance:

• Maintain all facility grounds according to a detailed schedule of mowing, weed trimming, and edging. Keep ditches and culverts clear of debris to ensure smooth water flow. Trim trees and shrubs as needed, remove yard debris, and dispose of it properly. Remove litter throughout the grounds to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
• Maintain 22,421 linear feet of fencing across the facility. Repair or replace damaged sections of fencing as required.
• Repair or replace gates and gate controllers as necessary.
• Repair cracks or uneven sections of sidewalks and curbing. Address roadway issues such as cracks or potholes to maintain safe driving conditions. Repair or replace cracked or damaged concrete sections on the aircraft apron to ensure operational safety.

Performs all other duties assigned by the Base Facility Manager to include but not limited to:

• Work Control Systems oversite- Monitor and execute correlating tasks within computer-based work control programs. Attend all required training to maintain proficiency and compliance.
• Vehicle and Equipment Oversight- Ensure all vehicles and equipment are properly signed off and inspected daily. Maintain accurate inspection records and address any deficiencies promptly. Verify that no state employee operates vehicles or equipment without the proper training and licensing. Enforce compliance with state and agency requirements for equipment operation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in the repair and maintenance of wooden structures, plumbing and other equipment.
• Skill in using hand, power, and bench tools.
• Skill in repairing and maintaining wooden structures, including furniture and fixtures.
• Skill in performing brick and cement work.
• Skill in performing electrical repairs.
• Skill in painting surfaces.
• Ability to supervise people.
• Ability to maintain the cleanliness of buildings and grounds.
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

SPECIAL REMINDERS:

The State of Florida and The Department of Military Affairs participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires that all employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of any person hired to work in the United States.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

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.

The Department of Military Affairs values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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.