HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST - 55008274

State of Florida•Oviedo, FL

9d•$43,767 - $56,639•Onsite

About The Position

The Highway Maintenance Specialist works with a supervisor to coordinate Department of Corrections contract maintenance activities and/or in-house field crews for the Florida Department of Transportation’s District Five Oviedo Maintenance office. The position coordinates and schedules crews, prepares reports and work-needs surveys, reviews work orders, inspects work, and helps ensure maintenance activities meet standards for priority, productivity, quality, efficiency, and customer service. The employee also supervises Department of Corrections inmate crews and provides technical training and direction to crew members. The role may involve operating a squad truck with a trailer to transport crews or inmates, supplies, and specialized equipment after obtaining the required commercial driver credentials. It includes participating in work-zone traffic control, coordinating with support areas, responding to work orders and emergencies, tracking labor, materials, and equipment, and arranging maintenance of vehicles and equipment. The position is based at the District Five Department of Transportation Oviedo Operations, 2400 Camp Road, Oviedo, Florida 32765. It requires emergency response and on-call availability when necessary, including 24-hour duty. The position also requires working with or around Department of Corrections inmates and meeting the department’s training, certification, and background-check requirements to supervise them.

Requirements

High school diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency, or two years of infrastructure or maintenance experience as a substitute for that credential.
At least one year of infrastructure or maintenance experience; two years total are required if using experience in place of a high school credential.
Valid Class E driver’s license at hire, with an acceptable driving record under the Department’s policy.
Obtain a Class B CDL instructional permit within 60 days of appointment and a Class B CDL with air brakes within 10 months of appointment.
Register with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse as required and meet the applicable qualifications in Title 49 CFR Part 391.11.
Successfully complete required CDL training and licensing tests; the employee has three chances to pass the license requirements.
Successfully obtain and maintain the training, certification, satisfactory criminal background check, and other requirements necessary to supervise Department of Corrections inmates.
Knowledge of procedures, techniques, and equipment used in highway and highway-facility maintenance and repair.
Skill using construction measuring tools, equipment, and instruments; following directions; meeting deadlines; reading, writing, and basic math; and directing others’ work.
Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, coordinate, report, and complete assignments; establish effective working relationships; communicate verbally and in writing; operate a motor vehicle and mechanical equipment; and maintain, repair, and report on highways, bridges, and other highway structures.
Ability to work at 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 and use a computer and software programs for job duties.
Be readily available while on duty to operate a commercial motor vehicle consistent with the required CDL or routinely perform other commercial-motor-vehicle safety-sensitive functions.
Comply with the district loss-prevention program and FDOT loss-prevention procedures.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers; visa sponsorship is not available.
A mandatory drug screening is required for the successful applicant.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with a supervisor on Department of Corrections contract maintenance activities and/or in-house field crews.
Prepare daily crew reports and work-needs surveys; identify deficiencies; review work-order requests; coordinate with crews and resources; and schedule work.
Operate a squad truck with trailer attachments to transport crews or inmates, supplies, and specialized equipment after obtaining the required CDL permit or license.
Supervise Department of Corrections inmate crews performing maintenance activities.
Inspect inmate crew and/or in-house field crew work to ensure priorities, production, quality, efficiency, and customer service are addressed.
Meet with crew leaders and members to discuss concerns and establish plans to improve job performance.
Provide or participate in work-zone traffic control in accordance with current FDOT standards.
Coordinate with contracts, warehouse, shop, front office, and other support areas to resolve issues.
Schedule crews to address work orders, customer complaints, natural disasters, emergencies, and on-call situations.
Provide technical training, insight, and direction to crew members on appropriate work methods.
Track time, materials, and equipment according to Maintenance Management System standards and ensure work is completed according to agreements or assignments.
Determine and obtain the materials and supplies needed for each crew, and ensure correct charging of site location, crew, and request.
Perform minor operational maintenance and coordinate timely preventive maintenance with the local automotive shop.
Prepare shop work-order documentation and help ensure equipment remains in good working condition.
Respond to emergencies and remain on call when necessary.