Maintenance Technician I - Special Events

Maintenance Technician I - Special Events

Salary

$40,788.80 Annually

Location

Davie, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-085

Department

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

7/28/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Hours of Work

5 Days/8 Hours (7:00 am - 3:30 pm)

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Description

Under direct supervision, performs semi-skilled and unskilled work in the maintenance and construction needs of a Town Department. Is responsible for a variety of labor-intensive tasks in an assigned area. Reports to a Superintendent or designee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assists in various landscaping chores, including but not limited to, mowing grass, planting, cultivating, fertilizing and sowing grass seed, and planting shrubbery, flower bulbs, trees and plants.

Helps clear land for new construction and reconstruction using both hand and power tools.

Operates small or large trucks, small or large tractors, power lawn mowers and other mechanized equipment including but not limited to street rollers and water trucks.

Cleans tools and assists in repairing mowers and other grounds maintenance equipment, motors, blowers, pumps, compressors, etc.

Transports and moves furniture and equipment.

Assists in the maintenance and construction of picnic shelters and other structures associated with Town parks.

Assists in painting and staining interior and exterior of park buildings and other equipment where necessary.

Assists in mowing, dragging and lining of ball fields for recreational purposes.

Assists in mowing grass, cleaning parks and playgrounds, landscaping, and any other activities necessary in operating and maintaining Town parks and grounds

Work location is primarily outside assisting with the Special Events Division and the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds preparation and maintenance.

Employee must be able to work a flexible schedule which will include nights, weekends and holidays.

If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to obtain and submit your lifetime driving history record.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from High School

REQUIRED:

One (1) to two (2) years experience working in any environment; or any combination of training and experience which provides the required abilities to work under varying climate conditions.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE:

Possession of a valid Class "E" Florida Drivers License.

PREFERRED:

Possession of a valid Class "A" or "B" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) issued by the State of Florida preferred.

PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

• Licenses/Certifications: If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition of employment.
• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans Preference form.
• Essential Employees: Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, Click Here

01

Are you a High School graduate from an accredited High School or possess a GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess one (1) to two (2) years experience working outside assisting with special events or grounds preparation and maintenance?

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe any experience you may have in semi-skilled and unskilled work in the maintenance or construction fields? If you do not have any, please mark "N/A".

04

Do you currently possess a valid Class "A" or "B" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) issued by the State of Florida?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you currently possess a valid Class "E" Florida Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

Has your drivers license been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (not insurance related)?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you available to work nights, weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, on what date did you last use any tobacco products?

Required Question

Employer Town of Davie