Fender Construction Worker- Port Everglades

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Fender Construction Worker.

Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation.

Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered.

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL Sufficient Number of Applications Are Received and May Close at Any Time.

Performs diversified manual tasks in the repair, replacement, and maintenance of bulkhead fender systems, bollards, and other seawall and dockside fixtures. Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Requires two (2) years of operation of maintenance and construction equipment or closely related experience.

Ability to secure and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment. Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment.

• 1+ years experience operating a boom lift
• 1+ years experience operating a welding torch

Transports various construction tools and equipment to work sites at the port; sets up and rigs boom truck lifting gear for fender removal, including wire straps, shackles, and safety lines.

Prepares fenders for removal by disconnecting chains, backing out heavy bolts and clearing any loose damaged fender parts; may work over the side in water and utilize snorkeling equipment and a cutting torch.

Operates boom truck crane in the removal and replacement of fenders and heavy tires.

Assists contractors with the removal and replacement of fenders and large truck tires when work is outside the reach of the port boom truck and a crane is utilized; assists contractors with installation of new fender systems, as required.

Assembles and disassembles fenders at the shop utilizing various tools and equipment; fabricates new steel sections by welding and cutting; prepares and paints fender surfaces, as required.

Installs new fender assemblies by using a core drill and boring into the concrete on the outside face of the seawall; epoxies mounting hardware into the drilled holes and hangs the new fender over the wall after glue cures.

Installs mooring bollards along the berths; and rebuilds damaged fenders by disassembling the unit, cutting out damaged sections of the protector panel, and welding the new fabricated parts in place.

Conducts routine surveys of the port fendering system and reports damage or missing fenders to supervisor; performs operator pre-check and minor repairs on truck crane and forklift.

Maintains fendering parts, tools, and equipment inventory as required by Broward County; assists with other trades work as needed; and supervises unskilled assistants.

Performs related work as assigned.

Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, pushing, and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to electrical shocks; heights.

• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently. Accomplishes tasks without waste, leveraging available resources; requests additional resources when appropriate. Manages multiple priorities and competing demands calmly and effectively.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Seeks out others' perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking.
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness: Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.
• Being Resilient: Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Shows appropriate stability and resilience in crises; puts the situation in perspective, helps the organization stay focused; helps the organization move forward. Stays persistent in the face of adversity or obstacles; urges others to adopt a similar…