HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECH COORDINATOR - 55007934

Highway Maintenance Tech Coordinator - 55007934

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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.

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.

Highway Maintenance Technician Coordinator / D6 / North Dade Maintenance

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. Performs manual labor in the maintenance of highways, bridges and other highway facilities while utilizing a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools. 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 Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic). 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).

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities : Knowledge of mathematical calculations, standard safety rules and procedures, the procedures techniques and use of medium / heavy equipment in the maintenance and repair of highways, bridges, and / or other highway structures. Crew leading principles and practices. Skills in operating a variety of hand and power tools, operating and performing minor maintenance on medium / heavy equipment and vehicles, filling out reports and forms and maintaining accurate records. Communicating both verbally and in writing, including following oral / written instructions. Ability to train others, read and understand job-related materials, 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. Work independently and make job related decisions.

Licensure / Registration / Certification Requirements : Possess a valid Class 'B' CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with air brakes is required at time of hire. Obtains and maintains certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) Intermediate Level.

Other Job-Related Requirements : 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. The incumbent of this position is required to work with or around the Department of Corrections inmates. Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies and be 'on-call' (24-hour duty) when necessary. During a declared emergency event, the incumbent will be required to assist the district as needed.

Minimum Qualifications : Possess a valid Class 'B' CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with air brakes is required at time of hire. Possess a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency. One year of experience in infrastructure construction or maintenance is a substitute for a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency. This position requires a valid Class (B) 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. In order to be eligible for hire into a position requiring a Commercial Driver License (CDL), 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. A mandatory drug screening will be performed on the successful applicant.

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).