HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II - 55007809

Highway Maintenance Technician IIJoin the Florida Department of Transportation 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. 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. The work you will do includes operating a variety of vehicles and mechanized equipment to include heavy equipment, performing pre-trip inspection and minor maintenance on vehicles/equipment, cleaning and washing equipment. Use a variety of hand and power tools to maintain bridges and roadways, and perform independent manual labor on job assignments at an intermediate level of complexity. Perform rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assist in assembly and erection of highway signs, perform Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) and other duties as assigned. The difference you will make is 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. Your specific responsibilities include operating a variety of vehicles and mechanized equipment to include backhoe, tractors with attachments, crew cabs, and dump truck. Perform pre-trip inspection/minor maintenance on vehicles/equipment that they are operating. Cleans and washes equipment. Uses a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools to maintain bridges and roadways. Performs independent manual labor incidental to job assignments at an intermediate level of complexity with minimal supervision. Performs rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assist in the assembly and erection of highway signs. Performs Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of typical construction measuring tools, equipment, or instruments and standard safety techniques. Skills in operating a variety of hand and power tools; Operate and perform pre-trip inspection/minor maintenance on vehicles and/or mechanized equipment that they are operating. Ability to read and understand job-related materials and fill out reports and forms. Maintain and repair highways, bridges and/or other highway structures. Communicate both verbally and in writing, including following oral/written instructions. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others. Lift, carry, and handle up to 50 pounds. Stoop, climb, squat, push, pull, crawl or bend on a frequent basis. Work outdoors in various weather conditions, on various terrains and at various heights or in high volume traffic. Stand for an extended period of time. Operate motor vehicles and other mechanical equipment. Licensure/Registration/Certification requirements include obtaining a Class "E" driver's license and obtaining a Class "B" CDL Instructional Permit within 60 days of appointment to the position and obtain a valid Class "B" CDL with air brakes within 10 months of appointment to the position. This position requires a valid Class (E) driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department's Driver's Record Requirements Policy. An unacceptable driving record is defined as any of the following: three (3) or more moving violations in the past three (3) years that accumulate three (3) or more points per violation; any two (2) convictions of reckless driving in the past three (3) years; a suspension or revocation of the driver license for moving violations in the past three (3) years; and a suspension or revocation for refusal to take a sobriety test, or any suspension or revocation for a DUI conviction, in the past four (4) years. Your driving record will be reviewed and the status of your driver license confirmed. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Health insurance (over 90% employer paid) $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid) Dental, vision and supplemental insurances State of Florida retirement package 10 paid holidays a year Generous vacation and sick leave Career advancement opportunities Tuition waiver for public college courses A variety of training opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP)