OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37979221

Requisition No: 855604 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37979221

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37979221 

Salary:  $18 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 07/14/2025 

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OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

37979221

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Naples, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for conducting mechanical repairs and construction maintenance work in support of facilities and surrounding grounds at the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.
• Provide mechanical and consultant support for the Reserve’s headquarters’ fleet including troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and emergency repairs
• Provide support for special events including pre and post event set-up and tear down of equipment; works with vendors and outside stakeholders, representing the Reserve and agency in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work closely with Facilities Coordinator to establish needs assessments and prioritize projects; performs assistance to support Reserve-wide projects as assigned by supervisor.
• Provide support in the event of an emergency at the Reserve including pre-storm preparation, post-storm clean-up and logistical support to return to normal daily operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of principals and techniques in proper use of mechanical and power tools used for general maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.  Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repairs.  Ability to operate state vehicles, vessels, ATVs, mowers and tractors.

Minimum Qualifications:

Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

HVAC experience preferred

Pay:

$18 per hour. 24 hours per week.

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

RBNERR is located between the beautiful coastal towns of Naples and Marco Island in Collier County, Florida.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).  
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

Special Notes:                                                                                                                                                                                       DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.