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Support Services Specialist for Pinellas County Head Start / Early Head Start
Located in Largo, FL
(33057)

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong and communities are vibrant. LSF is looking for a talented Support Services Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of children and families.

Purpose & Impact

The purpose of the Support Services Specialist who provides support in the areas of facility maintenance, HVAC, inventory, transportation and special projects. Performs required maintenance and inspect, repair and maintain refrigeration and HVAC related equipment; perform routine and emergency repairs and adjustments to HVAC systems, buildings and facilities; monitors the warehouse and supply inventory; and management of the fleet. Participates in Quality Assurance efforts.

Essential Functions

• Installs, inspects, maintains and repairs all types of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilating equipment, such as central, chiller, wall and window air conditioning units, exhaust fans and blowers; walk-in and chest type freezers; ice machines and water coolers.
• Trouble shoots HVAC systems to determine cause of malfunctions and takes appropriate action.
• Checks air handler units to ensure most efficient operation.
• Schedules ongoing services for preventative maintenance for all equipment.
• Cleans, adjusts and repairs equipment in a preventative maintenance program.
• Assists in repairing, replacing and checking pressure relief valves.
• Prepares requisitions and maintains supply inventory and ordering necessary parts and supplies; receive and store materials and supplies; pick up supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Maintain operational records and prepares special and routine reports.
• Prepares drawings and sketches as required.
• Maintains daily and year to date records and logs on operating conditions and repairs to mechanical equipment and systems.
• Performs required maintenance and repair duties necessary to maintain facilities and buildings by performing a variety of carpentry, electrical, painting and plumbing repair and maintenance work; perform routine and emergency repairs and adjustments to building and facilities.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment; set-up rooms for meetings and special events.
  13. Perform repairs and adjustments to equipment and facilities including changing air filters, repairing heating and air conditioning units, and perform minor concrete work including
  the repair of sidewalks.
• Operates and maintains power equipment and tools.
• Perform work in adherence to safe work practices and procedures and in compliance with applicable standards.
• Record, monitor and track inventoried assets. Performs random and scheduled inventory audits.
• Maintains inventory data base of added, deleted and the relocation of program assets.
• Arranges, coordinates, and schedules programmatic transportation requests.
• Provides support with program Fleet activities and operates vehicles (e.g. passenger vans, mini vans etc.).
• Records accidents and incidents. Reports claims to the insurance carrier and coordinates repairs when applicable.
• Coordinates receipt of insurance certificate requests.
• Recommends changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work.
• Receive and distribute supplies and equipment from vendors, centers, and or administration offices.
• Conducts monthly fleet audits, to include but not limited to: fluid monitoring, driving capabilities, tire pressure, etc.
• Maintains a complete inventory system through recording of all expenditures and income of each vehicle, maintenance equipment, fuel, repair parts, supplies, etc.
• Monitors a preventative maintenance program to assure cost effective maintenance and a scheduled maintenance program for fleet.
• Responsible for the maintenance and repair scheduling of all vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain assigned vehicle, tools and equipment.
• Attends workshops and meetings as deemed necessary by the Operations Manager.
• Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to Head Start children, families and staff in accordance with LSF and its policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Competencies (Skills/Knowledge & Abilities)

• Ability to lift 75 pounds on a regular basis and perform heavy labor as needed.
• Ability to work varied hours including some weekends and evenings.
• Ability to tolerate moderate to loud noise levels while working.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate maintenance equipment, reaching overhead, above
  the shoulders and horizontally; walking or standing for extended periods of time; bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling or crouching to conduct custodial and maintenance work; seeing to operate appropriate machinery; and lifting heavy objects.

Required/Preferred Education and Experience

• High School diploma or G.E.D. with two years of experience in facilities maintenance or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general building maintenance, inventory and facilities management is required. AA in Business or related field preferred.
• Previous experience with contracting preferred. HVAC certification required.
• Three (3) years of trade experience in performing general building maintenance and repair;
  maintenance, repair and installation of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment
  preferably in an institutional or educational environment.

Additional eligibility qualifications

• Must possess a valid Florida drivers’ license and certifications necessary to drive all vehicles as required.
• Bilingual preferred: English/Spanish or English and other languages present in the local area.
  Also required: Successful completion of a Level II background screening and drug screening prior to hiring.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR within six months of the date assigned to this
  position; and successful completion of a Level II background screening, local criminal record check
  and drug screening prior to hiring.

Why work for LSF?

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.

Amazing benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Teledoc (24/7 online access to Doctors)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
• 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
• 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement

Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Lutheran Services Florida Children & Head Start Services

2210 Tall Pines Drive Largo, FL 33771

EOE/DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of others and serving children at work?

Visit LSF’s career page to learn more and apply: https://www.lsfnet.org/careers/