Highway Maintenance Technician Coordinator​/at Florida Department of Transportation

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This position will coordinate, participate, and direct the maintenance activity of the chemical herbicide program and/or the assembly and erection of highway signs as needed.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination, and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will contribute 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. Our agency’s learning management system offers hundreds of computer-based and instructor-led courses.

Where You Will Work:

District Five Department of Transportation Oviedo Operations, 2400 Camp Road, Oviedo, Florida, 32765

Annual Salary Range:

$39,976.59 - $51,734.41

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, participate, and direct the maintenance activity of the chemical herbicide program and/or the assembly and erection of highway signs as needed.
• Assist in selecting materials, supplies, and equipment; inspect and plan workloads, workflows, deadlines, and work objectives; maintain records of operations.
• Prepare and maintain daily paperwork such as crew activity reports and vehicle checklists.
• Operate vehicles and equipment upon receipt of the CDL Instructional permit or license, performing preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Perform light maintenance and assist in repairs of equipment, checking and adding fluids, and maintaining proper air pressure.
• Perform manual labor for highway, bridge, and other highway facility maintenance using various tools.
• Motivate crew members to improve work quality and assist in evaluations; communicate regularly with employees and train crew members in basic Temporary Traffic Control.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of: mathematical calculations, safety rules, procedures, use of medium/heavy equipment, crew leading principles.
• Skills in: operating hand and power tools, maintaining equipment, record-keeping, verbal and written communication.
• Ability to: train others, read job-related materials, develop effective working relationships, lift up to 50 pounds, work outdoors in various conditions, and work independently.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• Respond to emergencies and be “on-call” as needed.
• Possess a valid Class “E” driver’s license and obtain a Class “B” CDL Instructional Permit within 60 days, and a Class “B” CDL with air brakes within 10 months.
• Maintain certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).
• Work with or around Department of Corrections inmates.
• Herbicide applicators must be licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs in three areas: core curriculum, right of way, and aquatics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; or one year of infrastructure construction/maintenance experience as a substitute.
• Class E driver’s license required at hire;
  Class B CDL Instructional Permit within 60 days; and a CDL Class B license with air brakes and tanker endorsement within 10 months.

Applicants must have a valid Class (E) driver license with an acceptable driving record, with specific disqualifications detailed regarding violations and suspensions.