Highway Maintenance Technician Ii

Position: HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II - 55006154
Location: Ponce de Leon

highway maintenance technician ii -

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requisition no:861453

agency: department of transportation

working title: highway maintenance technician ii -

state of florida department of transportation

job posting description

open competitive

career service - part time

previous applicants do not need to re-apply

contact person: eric rosnick

contact phone number:

join fdot and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the florida transportation system.

our mission

the mission of the florida department of transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

our vision

as a onefdot team, we serve the people of florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

the work you will do

highway maintenance technician ii

this position will operate machinery and engage in manual labor related to job assignments, including rough carpentry, masonry, painting, and the assembly and installation of highway signs.

the difference you will make

through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the onefdot team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of trrec: trust, relationships, respect, empowerment, and communication.

how you will grow

fdot encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

where you will work your specific responsibilities

upon receipt of the required cdl instructional permit or license, operates a variety of vehicles and mechanized equipment to include backhoe, tractors with attachments, crew cabs, and dump truck. Performs pre-trip inspection/minor maintenance on vehicles/equipment that they are operating. Cleans and washes equipment.

uses a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools to maintain bridges and roadways. Performs independent manual labor incidental to job assignments at an intermediate level of complexity with minimal supervision.

performs rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assist in the assembly and erection of highway signs.

the successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities knowledge

• knowledge of typical construction measuring tools, equipment, or instruments and standard safety techniques.

skills

• skilled in operating a variety of hand and power tools.
• skilled in operating and performing pre-trip inspection/minor maintenance on vehicles and/or mechanized equipment that they are operating.

abilities

• ability to read and understand job-related materials and fill out reports and forms.
• ability to maintain and repair highways, bridges and/or other highway structures.
• ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, including following oral/written instructions.
• ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• ability to lift, carry, and handle up to 50 pounds.
• ability to stoop, climb, squat, push, pull, crawl or bend on a frequent basis.
• ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, on various terrains and at various heights or in high volume traffic.
• ability to stand for an extended period of time.
• ability to operate motor vehicles and other mechanical equipment.

licensure/registration/certification requirements

• must possess a valid class "e" driver’s license at the time of hire. Must obtain a class "b" cdl instructional permit within 60 days of appointment to position and obtain a valid class "b" cdl with air brakes within 10 months of appointment to the position.
• must obtain certification in temporary traffic control (maintenance of traffic) - intermediate level within one year and maintain.

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