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Facilities Operations Specialist

Apollo ITS
locationUniversity of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620, USA
PublishedPublished: 4/18/2026
Full time
Job Title: Facilities Operations Specialist
Location: Tampa, FL
Duration: 5 Months


Job Description:
Work Environment: Very visible position supporting internal and external customers statewide.

Driving Requirements: Will be required to occasionally drive a state vehicle to other DCF sights in the Suncoast Region (Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota) OVERNIGHT TRAVEL: May occasionally have overnight travel in Suncoast Region during emergencies.

Candidate Responsibilities: •
  • Log and report your time accurately.
  • Follow directives from supervisor and team leaders.
  • Communication is key, you are expected to use the phone and email system to communicate across the agency.
  • Compliance with CFOP 40-2 Vehicle Management, maintain your state vehicle and other state vehicles, and submit the monthly logs in a timely manner.
  • Assisting with internal and external moves for the department.
  • Making keys for employees who request them and managing a log of who has one.
  • Managing the keycard system for several sites.
  • Disposing of surplus materials and furniture in accordance with CFOP 80-2.
  • Supplying employees with furniture and desks as needed.
  • Install whiteboards, corkboards and pictures across the region in offices and hallways.
  • Assuring you always show up to a site prepared with hand dollies and the necessary tools to get the job done and be responsible for equipment/tools issued to you.
  • Assist with IT with equipment move and when a large move is taking place.
  • Using the correct hand dollies to move very large and very heavy items such as filing cabinets and desks and follow CFOP 215-4 Safety & Loss Control.
  • Making sure everything is operating as it should be at facilities, AC/Lights/Etc. so that employees can work comfortably.
  • Learning many different areas, where to go, and who to see. GPS is your friend!
  • Each site you go to, introduce yourself professionally and give them a business card
  • Creating a directory will benefit you, as you will always have a point of contact for the site you're visiting.
  • Maintain the warehouse and make sure it stays as neat and tidy as possible, and if you can, keep all isles clear.
  • When you need to order supplies, or request a PO for keys, ask as soon as possible, because the process can take a while
  • Never authorize services without a purchase order.
  • When the state of Florida is impacted by a hurricane, you will need to assist with Disaster Management to prepare our facilities and assets for the event and recovery efforts.
  • Assuring all sites have NO safety issues before leaving.
  • All safety issues need to be dealt with immediately. • When someone is trespassing on state property, you need to ask them to leave.
  • If they refuse, call 911 and immediately inform Ricardo Resendiz and Billy Ramos. •
  • Transfer surplus IT equipment to the Wildwood warehouse.
  • Conducting site inspections as directed across the region.

Skills:
  • Ability to speak and understand English
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Must have a valid Florida Drivers License
  • Must be able to pass a level 2 background screening and clear MVR
  • Ability to conduct yourself and your business in a courteous respectful manner
  • Ability to work independently Required Must have excellent communication stills
  • Ability to follow directives from supervisor and team leaders
  • Experience maintaining a fleet of vehicles
  • Experience in supply/warehouse management
  • Ability to use handcarts and hand dollies moving heavy furniture and office equipment
  • Ability to assist with Disaster Management preparing facilities and assets for event and recovery efforts
  • Experience with OSHA and safety regulations
  • Experience conducting facility site inspections
  • Experience with IT equipment
  • Familiar with Central Florida regions and GPS
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs