HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECH COORDINATOR - 55002914

State of Florida•LaBelle, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will coordinate, participate, and direct the maintenance activity of the assembly and erection of highway signs within the state right of way. 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. 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.

Requirements

Knowledge of mathematical calculations
Knowledge of standard safety rules and procedures
Knowledge of the procedures, techniques and use of medium/heavy equipment in the maintenance and repair of highways, bridges and/or other highway structures
Knowledge of crew leading principles and practices
Skills in operating a variety of hand and power tools
Skills in operating and performing minor maintenance on medium/heavy equipment and vehicles
Skills in filling out reports and forms and maintaining accurate records
Skills in communicating both verbally and in writing, including following oral/written instructions
Ability to train others
Ability to read and understand job-related materials
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to lift, carry, and handle up to 50 pounds
Ability to stoop, climb, squat, push, pull, crawl or bend on a frequent basis
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, on various terrains and at various heights or in high volume traffic
Ability to stand for an extended period of time
Ability to work independently and make job related decisions
Must respond to emergencies and be “on-call” (24-hour duty) when necessary.
Possess a valid Class "E" driver’s license
Obtain a Class "B" CDL Instructional Permit within 60 days of appointment to position
Obtain a valid Class "B" CDL with air brakes within 10 months of appointment.
Must be readily available to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) while on-duty status.
Obtains and maintains certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) - Intermediate Level.
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.
Must be responsive to emergency situations within a very short timeframe and serve in the Transportation Emergency Management Team (TEMT).
Possess a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.
One year 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.
Obtain a CDL Class B license with air brakes within 10 months of appointment.
Must have an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy.
Applicants must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol (FMCSA) Clearinghouse, as required, for the Department to conduct a pre-employment query.
Must meet the qualifications outlined in Title 49 CFR Part 391.11.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

Nice To Haves

While on-duty status, the position’s incumbent must be readily available to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV), consistent with the type of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) the incumbent is required to possess, or on a routine basis performs other CMV safety-sensitive functions.

Responsibilities

Coordinates, participates, and directs the maintenance activity of the chemical herbicide program and/or the assembly and erection of highway signs as needed.
Assists in selecting materials, supplies, equipment, inspecting, planning workloads, workflows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with employees.
Maintains records of operation.
Prepares and maintains daily paperwork such as crew activity reports and daily vehicle check lists.
Supervises Department of Corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities.
Upon receipt of the required CDL Instructional permit or license; operates vehicles and a variety of medium and heavy equipment.
Performs preventative maintenance and pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment operated.
Performs light maintenance and servicing work in connection with any type of equipment operated and assists in the repairs of this equipment; checks and adds fluids, checks/adjusts brakes, maintains proper air pressure in all tires, etc.
Performs manual labor in the maintenance of highways, bridges and other highway facilities while utilizing a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools.
Motivates crew members to improve the quality of work performed and assists in the evaluation of others.
Communicates on a regular basis with employees both individually and in crew meetings.
Trains crew members in basic Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).
Performs Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).