Maintenance Mechanic (Animal Services)

Eighth grade. One year of skilled automotive, heavy construction, and/or farm equipment maintenance and repair experience to include experience in engine repair is required. Must have own hand tools. Must possess a Driver license.

Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department is seeking qualified candidates for the Maintenance Mechanic position to perform maintenance and repair work at its animal shelter facilities and other departmental locations. The position involves inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing building systems, equipment, and facilities, including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, doors, fixtures, and general building components.

Responsibilities include

performing preventive and corrective maintenance, identifying equipment malfunctions, completing assigned work orders, and using appropriate hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment. The position also involves responding to facility maintenance requests, documenting completed work, and coordinating maintenance activities in support of departmental operations.

Work may be performed in areas occupied by employees, members of the public, and pets,