OPS Facilities Services Manager Assistan - 77902478

Requisition No: 887572

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS Facilities Services Manager Assistan - 77902478

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77902478

Salary: $22.07/hour

Posting Closing Date: 11/26/2026

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FWC Conservation Engagement and Education

Job Title: OPS Facilities Services Manager – 77902478

CEE/ Florida Youth Conservation Center Network

OPS Facilities Services Manager

$22.07/hour at 1,980 hours a year

Everglades Youth Conservation Center

12100 Seminole Pratt Whitney Rd.

West Palm Beach, FL 33412

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Conservation Engagement and Education

Florida Youth Conservation Center Network

OPS Facilities Services Manager – 77902478

West Palm Beach , Florida

Everglades Youth Conservation Center

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself.  The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.

Overview:

This full-time year round Other Personal Services (OPS) position is based out of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) Conservation Engagement and Education’s (CEE) Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN). The FWC is seeking a self-motivated, energetic, outcome-oriented individual to join the team at the Everglades Youth Conservation Center (EYCC) in West Palm Beach. As the facility lead, the incumbent works with suppliers, contractors, and the entire EYCC team, including the Facilities Specialist, to ensure the facility premises and equipment are clean, well-kept, and in good repair. Interested individuals must be willing to work outdoors and be passionate about getting youth outside to create the next generation that cares about fish and wildlife resources. A facilities position that supports this position is also being advertised, please see Position Number 77904093.

Working hours: 40 hours per week. Generally, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (ET). Requires work outside of regularly scheduled hours, including evenings, weekends, some holidays, and occasional travel.

Minimum Qualifications:

- At least four years of professional experience in facilities maintenance, including groundskeeping and janitorial work.

- Graduation from a related apprentice program from a vocational or trade school may substitute for two years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Preferred experience in construction/project management, construction, pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, insulation, welding, machining, carpentry, repairing electrical or mechanical equipment, installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment, and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.

- Experience in outdoor recreation (archery, fishing, paddle sports, and shooting sports) is highly desirable.

- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. The criminal history check must be completed prior to or within the first three days of employment.

- Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

- Occasional travel for meetings and events required (1-25%).

- Will require outdoor work.

- May require work time outside of regularly scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.

- Up to 40 hours per week 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET) Monday-Friday.

- Successful completion of the following FWC-provided trainings within the first 8 months of employment: Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification, trailering, chainsaw operation, and swamp buggy training.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Monitor and maintain facilities, property, and equipment; conduct monthly assessments of maintenance needs; perform repairs as needed to ensure everything is clean and in good working order.

Cleaning and sanitizing residential facilities, restrooms, kitchen, and common areas including the exterior of buildings (e.g., power washing, sweeping, mopping, and trash management).

- Grounds maintenance, such as mowing, weed eating, and brush pickup.

- Equipment maintenance and record-keeping for various vehicles, trailers, and lawn equipment.

- Complete other tasks related to facilities maintenance as assigned by the Conservation Center Director, which may include coordinating and supervising contractors, conducting facility health and safety inspections, transporting recreational equipment for educational programs, and completing annual property inventory.

- Purchase items related to repair or maintenance of items using a state issued purchasing card.

- Perform repairs within your scope of experience or certification, which could include plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and woodworking.

- Assist the education team as assigned with maintenance and repairs of educational program equipment (e.g., washing boats, repairing archery, and fishing equipment).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Ability to be a team player and work collaboratively with colleagues, various stakeholders, partners, and government agencies.

- Perform routine maintenance and minor repair tasks across multiple trades.

- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems.

- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments for self and when working with others.

- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.

- Inspect mechanical equipment and vehicles to ensure proper functioning.

- Ability to replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

- Operation of groundskeeping equipment, line trimmers, edgers, blowers, chainsaws, and hedge trimmers.

- Operation of various power tools.

- Ability to pull a trailer behind a state vehicle or willingness to obtain training/skill.

- Ability to work professionally and sensitively with a varied audience and a wide range of contacts at different levels.

- Computer literate in Microsoft Office and other related software.

- Ability to travel, enter and exit a vehicle, and withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions.

- Other job-related duties.

Notes:

- Responses to qualifying questions should reflect the experience indicated in the work history of the State of Florida Job Application (Profile) and be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment. Please include any relevant certification details in your application.

- Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site ( https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/ ) for each position being applied for.

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
*Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. .

- Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly

- Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance

- OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan

- On the Job Trainings

- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

For a more complete list of benefits, visit  https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/

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). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.