HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II - 55007697

Highway Maintenance Technician II - 55007697

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

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 vision of the One FDOT team is to 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.

The work you will do includes operating various vehicles and heavy equipment for bridge and roadway maintenance, performing minor equipment maintenance, assisting with repairs and cleaning, leading and coordinating the work of a maintenance crew, performing manual labor, temporary traffic control, basic carpentry, masonry, painting, and helping install highway signs. The successful candidate will have knowledge of typical construction measuring tools, equipment, or instruments and standard safety techniques, skilled in operating a variety of hand and power tools, and able to read and understand job-related materials and fill out reports and forms. The position requires a valid Class E driver's license and obtaining a CDL Class B license with air brakes within 10 months of appointment. The state's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including health insurance, life insurance, 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, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).