Maintenance Technician $1000.00 Sign-On Incentive

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

The Facilities Management Division is seeking a highly qualified

Maintenance Technician

. The Maintenance Technician position is essential to the maintenance district as it performs a wide range of duties such as painting, carpentry, minor electrical, dry wall, plumbing, and minor HVAC repairs for the purpose of maintaining and repairing buildings throughout the Corrections Complex.

The Facilities Management Division prides itself on providing outstanding customer service through teamwork, innovation and the development of positive relationships with our customers and teammates. Our mission is to provide safe, sustainable, and well-maintained facilities and services through high standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethics.

We are committed to providing a work culture that emphasizes mutual respect, trust, career development, and a collaborative work environment that recognizes individual achievements.

Job Description

General Functions:

This key position performs a variety of maintenance, service, and repair tasks that may involve buildings, facilities, mechanical equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, or carpentry utilized in the operations of the assigned divisions.

Work is assigned and reviewed by the District Maintenance Supervisor or other designated supervisor. Performance is evaluated through observation of work in progress and upon completion for achievement of desired results in a safe and efficient manner.

Representative Duties/Assignments:

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

• Checks and maintains assigned facility, equipment or system for preventive maintenance and critical operation factors.
• Using a variety of tools, test and calibration equipment applies accepted maintenance, service, and repair procedures to maintain or return item to proper operation conditions.
• Modifies or replaces components as necessary.
• Consults with specific trades' employees or supervisor on special maintenance and repair problems.
• Performs service and minor repairs on a wide variety of equipment.
• Multi-trade assignments and responsibilities based on daily operational needs.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in special maintenance, service, repair tasks to plumbing systems, building envelope, mechanical and/or HVAC equipment and electrical systems. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

May be required to possess and maintain the appropriate valid Commercial Driver's License.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Preferences:

General knowledge of building maintenance (i.e. apartment complex maintenance).

Ability to learn and the willingness to be trained and/or obtain training in skilled areas.

Basic skills such as electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, etc.

Must be willing to be sent on routine calls (i.e. changing lights, outlets, switch plates, HVAC filters; unstop toilets, etc.) and assist skilled trades personnel when needed.

Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, shifts, standby and after-hours due to operational requirements.

Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

May be required to possess and maintain the appropriate valid Commercial Driver¿s License for the type of equipment operated.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 04/03/2026

Close Date: 04/17/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 010 - From $18\.10 to $22\.97

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Facilities Management (Corrections)

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.

Standard work hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work hours may include weekends, after-hours, and post hurricane response due to operational needs.

The initial assignment is 33rd Street (Corrections

) however, this position is subject to assignment at any Facilities Management location due to project, task, or operational requirements.

Additional Information:

$1,000 Sign-On Incentive

Additional $1\.00 per hour for Working at Corrections

Retention bonuses based on years of service

Company issued truck with tools

Uniforms and Safety Shoes