MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 50950017

Requisition No: 878932 

Agency: Veterans Affairs

Working Title: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 50950017

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 50950017 

Salary:  $38,127.70 

Posting Closing Date: 07/17/2026 

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Requisition #878932

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Clyde E. Lassen State Veterans’ Nursing Home

Saint Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida

Annual Salary: $38,127.70

Paid Bi-weekly.

 

The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs is an agency dedicated to serving those who served the U.S.  We are seeking motivated, dynamic individuals to join our team.  Our skilled nursing facility boasts a loyal team of long-term employees and a fantastic work culture.

 

Excellent retirement package and deferred compensation plan.  Health, vision, dental, disability, and other supplemental insurance are available at reasonable premium rates.  Paid vacation and sick leave.  Nine (9) paid holidays and personal day.  Tuition waiver available for State Universities and Community Colleges (up to 6 credits per semester), and so much more.

 

Education and employment history must be verifiable.  Please attach any credentials you claim (degrees, certifications, etc.) to your application.

 

*Other Maintenance Mechanic positions, including OPS (Temporary) positions, may be filled from this advertisement within six (6) months of the closing date.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• One (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Must be available to be on call and after hours for callbacks or shift work at night, at weekends, and state holidays when necessary.
• Must be physically able to bend at the waist, kneel, climb and crouch, able to work near loud noises and electrical equipment, work in basements, and tight spaces.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Must successfully complete our pre-employment screening to include, but not limited to, drug tests and finger printing.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicants with the following experience will be given preference in hiring:
• Experience with a long-term care or hospital environment with a geriatric population.
• Experience with Plumbing, HVAC, and Electrical equipment.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Utilities and Maintenance Superintendent. Incumbent in this position will perform troubleshooting, repair, and document preventative maintenance to ensure that equipment continues to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently and the physical conditions of the buildings do not deteriorate.  Use tools, equipment, test, and diagnostic devices as needed to complete assigned duties.   Assist the Maintenance Superintendent with maintaining a focus of safety and accident prevention throughout the facility.
• Maintain, alter, troubleshoot or repair electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, plumbing systems, and equipment to include closed loop heating and cooling systems, food service equipment and laundry equipment.  Use tools, equipment, test, and diagnostic devices as required.
• Install, maintain, or repair electric motors, motor starters, control circuits, pumps, values, lavatories, water closets, sewer lines, potable water lines and other sanitary fixtures.
• Perform a variety of construction related duties such as cement and carpentry work, light welding, and the repair replacement of floor coverings.
• Inspects and maintains records on various equipment including chillers, boilers, refrigera