BUILDING OPERATIONS SPECIALIST - 72002130

Requisition No: 800811 

Agency: Management Services

Working Title: BUILDING OPERATIONS SPECIALIST - 72002130

Position Number: 72002130 

Salary:  $47,421.14 

Posting Closing Date: 06/16/2023 

Building Operations Specialist

Division of Real Estate Development and Management

State of Florida Department of Management Services

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position reports to the Capitol Building in Tallahassee, FL. This employee shall provide maintenance assistance and support to the Capitol Complex. Specific duties include mechanical maintenance to equipment in this facility.

Performing highly skilled and complex mechanical repairs on building equipment. Inspecting equipment, analyzing, troubleshooting, and planning sequence of repair operations. Investigating complaints and equipment malfunctions. Ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements. Monitoring equipment performance. Performing maintenance on air conditioning systems. Assisting with the maintenance of hardware, doors, windows, restroom fixtures and minor carpet repairs. 

Plumbing duties, to include but not limited to unclogging of drains, repair of flush valves, repair of commodes, sinks, urinals, drinking fountains. Repairing receptacles; pull new circuits for electrical, run EMT & PVC conduit, change out breakers. Assisting the maintenance staff with monitoring or adjusting the Energy Management, Fire Protection and Security Systems. Assisting outside contractors and vendors as needed. Adheres to safety awareness policies in the workplace, views safety videos when presented and attends required safety meetings.  Practices lessons learned on a daily basis to avoid accidents.

Administrative Duties:
The selected candidate will carry out administrative tasks, including preparing mechanical maintenance reports, maintain work orders and vehicle logs, and check emails in the performance of his daily job duties. 

Public Relations Duties:
Excellent public relations skills are required because this position is in frequent contact with both tenants and the public. Maintains a good rapport with tenants, co-workers, and supervisors in buildings; keeping them informed of any unusual situations and available to answer questions and requests. It is required that courteous and respectful behavior is displayed at all times. A professional image is needed as this position represents the department to both the public and tenants.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida employees enjoy top tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out of pocket contributions.  State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between two retirement options, including the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of mechanical system operation, troubleshooting and repair i.e. chillers, boilers ahu’s, variable frequency drives, variable air volume systems, pumps and motors.
• Knowledge and operation of computer applications i.e. Windows 7 operating system, Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems i.e. chillers, boilers ahu’s, variable frequency drives, variable air volume systems, pumps and motors.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the skilled building trades or mechanical repair work.
• Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.
• Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment.
• Ability to take accurate measurements.
• Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork.
   

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of experience in the maintenance and repair of commercial buildings, at least two years in one of the major disciplines of the building trades. 
• HVAC/Chiller Certification. 
• Valid and applicable driver’s license.
• Must be physically able to climb multiple flights of stairs, climb a ladder, reach overhead, work from heights, bend at the waist, kneel and crouch, be able to work near loud noises and electrical equipment, work in basements, tight spaces, on rooftop, able to reach overhead, bend at the waist, kneel and crouch. Prolonged periods of time walking, standing, bending, climbing and exerting up to 30 pounds of force frequently.
• Ability to be on-call, occasionally working nights, weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training in Centrifugal Chillers.
• Training in Drives.

Our Organization and Mission:

DMS is a customer-oriented agency responsible for managing the various business and workforce-related functions of state government. Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the agency oversees the real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, technology, telecommunications, private prisons, fleet, and federal property assistance programs utilized throughout Florida’s state government.  It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its mission, “We serve those who serve Florida.” Under the leadership of DMS Secretary Pedro Allende, DMS’ employees embody four pillars on a daily basis: lead by example, serve with excellence, create efficiencies, and challenge the status quo.

Special Notes:
DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience and transferrable 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 provided email addresses:
DMS.Ability@dms.myflorida.com
DMS.Veterans@dms.myflorida.com
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 DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 488-2707. DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position. Additional background screening may be required by tenant agencies based on position assignments or access requirements.

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.