Construction Specialist I

City of Altamonte Springs•Altamonte Springs, FL

About The Position

Performs skilled construction and stormwater maintenance work involving basic concrete construction and system maintenance. Work is performed with general supervision, and the employee must be able to complete assigned tasks independently in accordance with City standards. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal job description during emergencies. All employees are considered essential in an emergency.

Requirements

Six months of experience finishing concrete, block, and brick work, or six months of experience in the construction trade.
Six months of experience driving light-duty trucks and other construction equipment.
FDOT Intermediate Temporary Traffic Control/Maintenance of Traffic (MOT/TTC) Certification; must be obtained within six months of employment.
Valid driver license.
Must obtain a Florida driver license within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to adopt AI and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

Perform basic concrete work, including mixing, simple forming, and sidewalk replacement.
Perform basic block and brick laying and carpentry work.
Maintain City retention ponds, including mowing and weed eating.
Assist with the installation and maintenance of stormwater drainage components.
Operate light-duty trucks and equipment, including concrete mixers, saws, pumps, and generators.
Assist Streets and Sanitation with spring clean-up and roadway repairs.
Work from a boat and assist with operating and maintaining stormwater pumps and aquatic weed control.
Remain available for emergency callouts and on-call duty.
Respond to emergency calls during hurricanes, inclement weather, or other emergency situations.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and follow oral and written instructions.
Complete required training specified in the City’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
In an emergency, perform duties outside the normal job description when required.