Florida State University · 11 hours ago
Hatchery/Facilities Mechanical Technician
St Teresa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expFlorida State University is a prestigious research institution that emphasizes the importance of knowledge across various disciplines. They are seeking a Hatchery/Facilities Mechanical Technician to install, maintain, and repair the shellfish hatchery facility and physical plant systems, while also assisting in project planning and completing repair orders.
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Responsibilities
This position installs, maintains, and repairs FSUCML shellfish hatchery facility and physical plant systems lab wide, including electrical; HVAC; general plumping and seawater
This position assists in project planning by producing cost estimates and procurement; reads and follows blueprints and other verbal or written instructions; and completes repair orders
Drives University vehicles as required
Responsible for other duties as assigned within the department
Qualification
Required
High school diploma/equivalency and two years of experience
Ability to meet the physical requirements of this position, which include repeated bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, and working under extreme outdoor conditions
Must have a valid Florida or Georgia Driver's License, or the ability to obtain prior to hire
Preferred
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to meet project deadlines
Ability to perform accurately in a detail oriented environment
Ability to utilize problem solving skills
Ability to utilize technical skills
Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously
Ability to provide leadership and direction in programmatic, budgetary, and operational functions
Knowledge of and ability to identify safety hazards and necessary safety precautions to establish a safe work environment
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations
Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices
Knowledge of the practices and the ability to perform skilled carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or other related trades work
Knowledge of general maintenance principles, practices, and techniques
Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office
Company
Florida State University
Florida State University is an American public space-grant and sea-grant research uivnersity.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (152)
2024 (108)
2023 (106)
2022 (80)
2021 (33)
2020 (34)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$108.2MKey Investors
National Science FoundationNational Institutes of Health
2024-02-23Grant· $6M
2023-01-27Grant· $72.7M
2021-10-14Grant· $14.5M
Leadership Team
Ebe Randeree
Associate Dean. College of Communication & Information
Jeff Latimer
Associate Director of Information Technology
Recent News
2025-11-24
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