HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECH COORDINATOR - 55010955

State of Florida•Oviedo, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Highway Maintenance Tech Coordinator - District Five / Oviedo Maintenance 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. 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.

Requirements

Knowledge in: Mathematical calculations.
Knowledge in: Standard safety rules and procedures.
Knowledge in: The procedures, techniques and use of medium/heavy equipment in the maintenance and repair of highways, bridges and/or other highway structures.
Knowledge in: Crew leading principles and practices.
Skilled in: Operating a variety of hand and power tools.
Skilled in: Operating and performing minor maintenance on medium/heavy equipment and vehicles.
Skilled in: Filling out reports and forms and maintaining accurate records.
Skilled 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.
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 positions 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.
Obtains and maintains certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) - Intermediate Level.
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.
All herbicide applicators shall be licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs in three areas: core curriculum, right of way, and aquatics. The Department will allow an employee under the direct supervision of a licensed applicator to train and gain experience for a period not to exceed twelve months, after which they shall be licensed.
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 and obtain a CDL Class B license with air brakes endorsement within 10 months of appointment and maintains.

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.
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. Coordinates, participates, and directs the maintenance activity of the chemical herbicide program as needed.
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).