Contract
General Services Specialist
Lakeland, FL · $15.50/hr
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About this role
A state agency client is seeking a General Services Specialist for its Central Region office in Lakeland, FL. Onsite contract/temporary role (no benefits), Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with overtime required, starting 09/18/2026 and running through 06/30/2027. Duties include managing PPE and disaster-food-assistance inventory; maintaining the state fleet and emergency response vehicles and trailers; mailroom support; office moves, keys and keycard systems; surplus disposal; furniture setup; helping IT with equipment moves (heavy lifting with dollies under safety rules); checking facility conditions; keeping the warehouse in order; ordering supplies; hurricane and disaster preparation; site safety checks and inspections; and driving a state vehicle to nearby sites. Occasional overnight travel during emergencies. U.S. citizenship required. In-person interview.
Requirements
- Valid Florida driver's license, reliable transportation and clean MVR
- Level 2 background check
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year of warehouse or supply experience
- Six months each of fleet maintenance, moving heavy items with dollies, OSHA/safety rules, site inspections and IT equipment
- Disaster-management support experience and knowledge of Central Florida
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Able to work independently with good communication
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