SENIOR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 37020494

Requisition No: 874073 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: SENIOR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 37020494

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37020494 

Salary:  $3,176.43 monthly/ $38, 117.16 yearly 

Posting Closing Date: 04/27/2026 

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Senior Maintenance Mechanic 37020494

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

CLOSING DATE 04/27/2026

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Senior Maintenance Mechanic position, providing park maintenance oversight, visitor services, protection, administration, and resource management. The applicant must possess good maintenance skills as well as visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply. In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

MAINTENANCE -Performs, and assists in the oversight of repairs, maintenance and construction of park buildings; to include carpentry, brick, cement, block, plumbing, electrical wiring, roofing, trim, framing, foundations, exterior and interior finish, painting, floors, doors and windows. Performs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs to electric motors, generators, and compressors. Installs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs to valves, sinks, wash bowls, sewers and other sanitary fixtures. Performs and assists in the oversight of maintenance and repairs of all vehicles and equipment, including cars, trucks, ATVs, UTVs, tractors, mowers, sprayers, edgers and all power tools. Performs and assists in the oversight of repairs to sewer lift stations, air conditioning and heating equipment. Operates all park maintenance equipment, including vehicles, tractors, saws, drills, presses, torches, welders, grinders and all tools.

VISITOR SERVICES - Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via tours, walks, and campfire programs. Ensures all park facilities and programs meet all ADA Standards and Regulations.

ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitor use, visitor contacts, patrols, wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat, and equipment operations, property records, purchase orders and requisitions, etc. Operates radio equipment, computers and maintains logs. Answers correspondence and maintains park files. Prepares vehicles reports, maintenance logs and maintenance schedules. Prepares quotes, purchasing card paperwork and coding of charges in WORKS as necessary to secure materials for repair, maintenance and upkeep of park facilities, equipment and vehicles.

PROTECTION - Researches, prepares and provides supervisor with timely corrective action plans. Maintains effective park protection through organization and supervision of the park’s maintenance resources and equipment and supply inventories. Patrols work area and examines tools and equipment to detect unsafe conditions or violations of safety rules. Maintains safety records and trains others in safe use of equipment. Maintain and conduct inspections of park security of gates, entrances, equipment and facilities; implements emergency procedures.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – Participate in and support the park’s resource management program including, but not limited to, imperiled species management, exotic and nuisance species control, mechanical and prescribed fire habitat restoration efforts, hydrological protection and restoration, erosion control. Oversees the repair of emergency firefighting equipment.

 OTHER – Performs other related duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• The principles and techniques of the skilled building trades and mechanical repair work
• Safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work
• Good public relations

SKILL IN:

• Using the appropriate tools and equipment to construct new and maintain existing facilities.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform a variety of skilled trade functions
• Read blueprints
• Install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators, and other mechanical equipment
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair small engines and other equipment including ATV’s, UTV’s Golf Carts, Trucks, Tractors, RV electrical pedestals, household appliances, lift stations, washing machines, water heaters, etc.
• Take accurate measurements
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Oversees maintenance projects as directed
• Work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and evenings
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Prepare maintenance logs and related correspondence

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License

Pay: Base salary $3,176.43 monthly/ $38, 117.16 yearly

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s leading 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:

Topsail Hill is named for its dunes, which rise like a ship's sails over soft sand beaches and the emerald waters of the Gulf of America. Those same white quartz dunes are responsible for a rare coastal ecosystem of freshwater dune lakes that teem with aquatic wildlife. Walkers will pass through old-growth pine forests, sandy scrubland, dunes and wetlands, where they may see some of the 13 imperiled species that find refuge here, like the Choctawhatchee beach mouse and other worldly-looking pitcher plants. Topsail Hill offers 3 miles of pristine beaches and is a birdwatching and hiking paradise.

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

7525 West County Highway 30A

Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Tuition waivers.
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

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

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_ER@dep.state.fl.us 

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.

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.