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PARK RANGER
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
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.
Work You Will Do:
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (37001348)
Honeymoon Island Administration
Honeymoon Island Administration is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a maintenance mechanic position, providing maintenance, protection, and administration. The applicant must 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.
The Difference You Will Make:
Florida state parks are managed and preserved for enjoyment by all through providing appropriate resource-based recreational opportunities, interpretation and education that help visitors connect to the Real Florida. SM
How You Will Grow:
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:
A short drive from Tampa, beautiful Honeymoon Island offers visitors an escape from the bustle of city life. One of Florida’s best-loved state Parks, Honeymoon Island has more than four miles of beach to explore along with a three-mile trail through one of the last remaining virgin slash pine forests.
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).
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Tuition waivers.
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This is moderately independent work providing Maintenance, Administration and Protection of Honeymoon Island State Park.
MAINTENANCE – Performs and assists in the supervision of repairs, maintenance, and construction of park buildings; to include carpentry, brick, cement block, plumbing, wiring, roofing trim, foundations, exterior and interior finish, painting, floors, doors and windows.
ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including vehicle usage, maintenance logs and maintenance schedules.
OTHER – Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Principles and techniques of the skilled building trades or mechanical repair work
- Safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work
SKILL IN:
- communicating effectively verbally and in writing
- accurately preparing reports
- using tools to perform grounds and building maintenance
ABILITY TO:
- perform a variety of skilled trade functions
- read blueprints
- install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment
- operate a variety of hand and power tools
- work independently with minimal supervision
Minimum qualifications:
Valid Driver’s license.
DEP 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.
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).
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.
