WMS Facilities Technician

WMS Facilities Technician

Salary

$39,281.01 - $62,849.90 Annually

Location

North Port, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

202600118

Department

Parks and Recreation Department

Opening Date

08/04/2026

Closing Date

8/18/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

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General Description

Looking for more than just another maintenance job? Join the team at Warm Mineral Springs Park, one of North Ports most treasured destinations, where your work directly impacts thousands of visitors from around the world. As the Facilities Technician, youll play a vital role in keeping our nationally recognized natural spring safe, clean, and operating at its best. From maintaining buildings and equipment to responding to facility needs and supporting park operations, no two days are the same. If you take pride in solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of a nationally accredited Department that delivers quality of life services to the community, wed love to meet you.

Under the general supervision of the Warm Mineral Springs Park Supervisor, this position is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors at Warm Mineral Springs Park. The role ensures that the spring, outflow, and facilities are secure and well-maintained. This position performs routine maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment and monitors and maintains the cleanliness of the spring and outflow.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains the spring, including regular algae removal and outflow trimming.
• Performs buoy line maintenance, repair, and replacement.
• Inspects, cleans, and repairs entry and access ramps.
• Repairs and maintains umbrellas, landscaping, and park infrastructure.
• Responds to Warm Mineral Springs Park work orders in a timely and efficient manner.
• Cleans the restrooms, admission building, and other public areas.
• Tracks and stocks supplies in the proper locations.
• Adjusts, repairs, and relocates fencing as needed.
• Removes trash and debris from the spring, outflow, and park grounds.
• Monitors and maintains water quality in the spring and outflow.
• Operates and maintains equipment for spring maintenance.
• Pressure washes park surfaces, ramps, and equipment.
• Maintains detailed records of all maintenance activities, including spring water quality and equipment repairs.
• Tracks equipment warranties and manages warranty repairs.
• Operates vehicles to transport various types of materials and equipment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skilled in the use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skilled in using computers for data entry.
• Skilled in the use and care of tools, materials and equipment used in the type of work outlined in the essential job duties above.
• Ability to organize and communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform routine unskilled and semi-skilled manual work.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and understand and follow oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

• ·High School Diploma from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is preferred.
• One (1) to two (2) years of work experience in similar role or any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed.
• Must have experience in pool, spa and fountain maintenance including chemical use, chemical level testing, pump, equipment maintenance, pool plumbing and all other related items.

(A comparable amount of relevant training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License by date of hire.
• First Aid, CPR/AED Certification within six (6) months of hire.

All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days.

Aetna - Health Insurance

The City offers eligible employees the choice of 2 Open Access In Network plans and 1 Open Access PPO Plan. Premiums and co-pays are dependent upon your plan choice.

Cigna Dental- Dental Insurance

The Citys dental plan is a PPO plan providing eligible employees with in network or out of network options. You are entitled to two (2) preventive care treatments per calendar year (6 months apart). There is a $1,500 lifetime maximum for Orthodontia (children up to age 19). Premiums will depend on which tier you choose.

EyeMed Vision Care - Vision Insurance

The Citys vision plan allows eligible employees to stay in network or go out of network. Your co-pays will vary depending on the network you use. You are entitled to an exam, frames and lenses once every 12 months.

Cigna Life - Life, Voluntary Life, Dependent Life Insurance

The City offers eligible employees a basic term life insurance benefit equal to their annual salary up to a $75,000 maximum at no charge. You can purchase additional voluntary life insurance for yourself and your dependents.

Cigna - Short Term Disability

The City provides short term disability coverage to all eligible employees at no cost to the employee. This coverage is used in the event of an accident or illness outside of work. The plan pays 66.67% of your weekly salary up to a maximum of $1,000. Benefits begin on the 31st day of your disability. The City offers a buy-up to the Short Term Disability Benefit with a 7 day wait period.

E-Flex - Flexible Spending Account

A flexible spending account helps you pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, eye care, daycare and other expenses, with tax deferred money deducted from your paycheck each payroll. The maximum annual election is $2,500.00. Over-the-counter medications must be accompanied by a doctors prescription although other medical supplies will still be eligible for reimbursement. This is a voluntary benefit.

Trustmark- Supplemental Polices

Trustmark Insurance Company offers voluntary supplemental Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident and Universal Life policies which are paid for by the employee.

LifeLock Benefit Solutions

Protect your personal information and defend against attacks with 24/7, proactive identity theft protection from LifeLock. This is an employee paid voluntary program.

ICMA-RC - Deferred Compensation Plans

The City offers eligible employees the opportunity to enroll in a deferred retirement plan. The money that is deducted from your paycheck each payroll is put into this account and is tax deferred at the end of the year. One-on-one meetings with each company are held quarterly so employees can speak with the representative confidentially on preparing for their retirement. This is a voluntary program.

Florida Retirement System - FRS

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Florida Retirement System with an 8 year vesting period. Employees contribute 3% of their gross earnings per payroll which is subject to change with the IRS.

Cigna - Employee Assistance Program

The City offers this program to all employees. This is a confidential counseling program for employees and their families. The City pays for 3 visits and if you choose to continue, you would use the specialist co-pay on your insurance plan. Counseling can include stress, alcoholism, family problems, marriage difficulties, financial trouble, depression, work/life and more.

VPI - Veterinary Pet Insurance

The City offers Pet Insurance as a voluntary benefit. This benefit is not payroll deducted.

Florida Prepaid College Board

Employees are eligible to enroll in college savings programs as well as 529 plans.

Educational Assistance Program

Employees are eligible for job-related or degree required educational assistance reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year (subject to the availability of funds).

Paid Holidays

The City observes 13 paid holidays per year.

Sick Leave and Annual Leave

Full time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month starting on the first day of employment. Accruals and usage will appear on your pay stub each payroll. Full time employees accrue annual leave (vacation) bi-weekly, based on years of service.

Sick Leave Incentive

Employees receive an incentive of up to four (4) days per calendar year for every 250 hours remaining in their sick leave bank. Sick leave incentive days cannot be carried over to the next year.

Personal Leave

Employees are eligible for a maximum of two (2) personal leave days per calendar year when they have accrued 96 or sick more hours. This leave is approved by the department director through the department leave approval process.

Bereavement Leave

Employees are entitled to five (5) days of bereavement leave in the event of the death of an immediate family member. Employees should check the personnel policy or union contracts, whichever is applicable, for the definition of an "immediate family member".

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1. Describe your experience performing building and facility maintenance. Include the types of repairs you have completed (such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, HVAC, or general maintenance), the facilities where you performed this work, and your specific role.

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2. Describe a time when you were responsible for managing multiple maintenance requests or work orders. How did you prioritize the work, communicate with customers or supervisors, and ensure the tasks were completed safely and efficiently?

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3. Describe a time when you responded to an emergency, urgent maintenance issue, or unexpected incident in the workplace. What was the situation, what actions did you take to ensure the safety of others and protect the facility, and what was the outcome?

Required Question

Employer City of North Port

Address 4970 City Hall Blvd

North Port, Florida, 34286

Phone (941) 429-7200

Website http://www.northportfl.gov