HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST - 55008741

State of Florida•Oviedo, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available. 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 Specialist - District Five / Oviedo Maintenance This position will coordinate with supervisor in the activities of the Department of Correction’s contract of maintenance activities and/or In-House Field Crews. 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: District Five Department of Transportation Oviedo Operations 2400 Camp Road Oviedo, Florida 32765

Requirements

Knowledge of procedures, techniques, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of highways, and/or other highway facilities.
Skills in using construction measuring tools, equipment, and/or instruments.
Skills in listening to and following directions.
Skills in meeting established deadlines.
Skills in reading, writing and basic math.
Skills in directing the work of others.
Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, coordinate, report, and properly complete work assignments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and other mechanical equipment.
Ability to maintain, repair, and report highways, bridges, and/or other highway structures.
Ability to work from high elevations, above water, in high volume traffic areas, and outdoors.
Ability to walk, kneel, bend, twist, lift and carry 50 pounds.
Ability to learn to use a computer and software programs to aid with job duties.
Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies and be “On-Call” (24-hour duty) when necessary.
Possess a valid Class "E" driver’s license and 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.
While on duty status, the position's incumbent must be readily available to operate a commercial vehicle (CMV), consistent with the type of commercial driver license (CDL) the incumbent is required to possess, or on a routine basis performs other CMV safety sensitive functions.
To be in compliance with the district loss prevention program, the Florida Department of Transportation Loss Prevention Procedure, and be aware of reducing personal injury and vehicular accidents.
The incumbent of this position is required to work with or around Department of Corrections inmates.
The incumbent must successfully obtain and maintain, training, certification, a satisfactorily criminal background check and any additional requirements provided by the Department of Corrections in order to supervise inmates.
Possess a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.
Requires one year of infrastructure construction or maintenance experience.
An additional year of experience, for a total of two years experience, in infrastructure construction or maintenance is a substitute for a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.
A Class E driver's license is required at time of hire. A CDL Class B License Instructional Permit is required within 60 days of appointment to the position and obtain a CDL Class B license with air brakes within 10 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with supervisor in the activities of the Department of Correction’s contract of maintenance activities and/or In-House Field Crews.
Prepares accurate daily crew reports, work needs surveys to identify deficiencies, reviewing work order request, coordinating with other crews and/or resources as directed and scheduling crews to complete work.
Upon receipt of the required CDL instructional permit or CDL license, operate a squad truck with trailer attachments for the transport of crews or inmates and supplies, and/or specialized equipment to perform roadway/roadside maintenance activities.
Supervises Department of Corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities.
Inspect work of inmate crews and/or In-House Field Crews to ensure that priority, productions, quality, efficiency, and customer service are properly addressed and accounted for.
Conducts meetings with crew leaders and crew members to evaluate concerns and establish plans to improve job performance.
Provide and/or participate in work zone traffic control for various activities, in accordance with current Florida Department of Transportation standards.
Coordinate as directed with contracts, warehouse, shop, front office, and other support areas to resolve issues.
Schedules crews to address work orders, customer complaints, natural disasters and other emergency and on-call out situations.
Provide technical training, insight, and direction to crew members to ensure appropriate methods are used to complete quality work products.
Ensure that time, materials, and equipment are tracked by Maintenance Management System standards and work is completed within the terms of the agreement and/or as assigned.
Determine the type and amount of materials and supplies from the warehouse for each crew on an as-needed basis and ensure correct charging of site location, crew and request.
Performs minor operational maintenance and ensures proper periodic preventative maintenance schedule is performed in a timely manner and equipment is kept in good working condition by coordinating with local automotive shop.
Ensure proper preparation of shop work order documentation.