Apply for the Maintenance Lead Person, Garage, AM – Sarasota job opening.Maintenance Lead Person, Garage, AM – Sarasota

Location: Sarasota, FL
Job ID: 38841BR
Job Category: Maintenance & Equipment
Working Hours: Rotating Days 7:30am - 4:00pm
Pay Frequency: Weekly
Pay Range: $34 - $47
Date Posted: Sep 11, 2026

$71 - 98k

Onsite

Full Time - Regular

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Description

• Performing a number of functions in the operation of the maintenance department, this includes
  • Assisting in the planning, scheduling, and execution of assignments
  • Following up on scheduled assignments and completions
  • Identifying and resolving problems and
  • Responding to unplanned situations
• Performing a number of functions on a variety of equipment according to company policy; federal, state, and local regulations; repair manuals; factory specifications; blueprints; schematics; and their own knowledge of the equipment and
• Teaching and assisting other associates
• The responsibilities listed on this posting are not intended to be all-inclusive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

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Required Qualifications

• Be at least 20 years old
• Have a valid driver’s license and authorization to drive a company vehicle (on or before their start date in the position)
• Have 2 years fleet maintenance experience
• Be able to work weekends, holidays, and extended periods of time
• Be able to lift a minimum of 65 pounds
• Be able to read, write, and solve math problems
• Be able to interpret, understand, follow, and communicate instructions
• Be able to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Successfully complete the following tests (before their start date in the position)
  • Basic Office Skills
  • Following Written Instructions
  • Spatial Reasoning
  • Mechanical Reasoning
• Have mechanical and diagnostic knowledge of equipment
• Be able to work independently with little or no supervision
• Be capable of generating and processing work on a computerized maintenance-management system
• Be able to supply and maintain hand tools to accomplish daily duties
• Must have the ability to work well with others and be a team member
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and
• Must show commitment to Publix’s mission.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Current Sarasota/Lakeland Non-Refrigerated Distribution associate

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Benefits

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits – Jobs (publix.com)

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Year End Bonus

To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November.

In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week’s pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check.

In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks’ pay.

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Additional Information

Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours.

Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email.

For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.

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