HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST - 55005736

Highway Maintenance Specialist - 55005736

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.

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 Specialist / Tampa Operations Center

This position will be responsible for maintaining our state roadway system.

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.

Florida Department of Transportation

Tampa Operations Center

2822 Leslie Rd

Tampa, FL 33619

Coordinate with supervisor in the activities of the Department of Correction's contract of maintenance activities and / or In-House Field Crews. Prepares accurate daily crew reports, work needs surveys to identify deficiencies, reviewing work order request, coordinating with other crews and / or resources as directed and scheduling crews to complete work. Upon receipt of the required CDL instructional permit or CDL license, operate a squad truck with trailer attachments for the transport of crews or inmates and supplies, and / or specialized equipment to perform roadway / roadside maintenance activities. Oversees crews performing maintenance activities.

Inspect work of inmate crews and / or In-House Field Crews to ensure that priority, production, quality, efficiency, and customer service are properly addressed and accounted for. Conducts meetings with crew leaders and crew members to evaluate concerns and establish plans to improve job performance. Provide and / or participate in work zone traffic control for various activities, in accordance with current Florida Department of Transportation standards.

Coordinate as directed with contracts, warehouse, shop, front office, and other support areas to resolve issues. Schedules crews to address work orders, customer complaints, natural disasters and other emergency and on-call / call out situations.

Provide technical training, insight, and direction to crew members to ensure appropriate methods are used to complete quality work products. Ensure that time, materials, and equipment are tracked by Maintenance Management System standards and work is completed within the terms of the agreement and / or as assigned.

Determine the type and amount of materials and supplies from the warehouse for each crew on an as needed basis and ensure correct charging of site location, crew and request.

Performs minor operational maintenance and ensures proper periodic preventative maintenance schedule is performed in a timely manner and equipment is kept in good working condition by coordinating with local automotive shop. Ensure proper preparation of shop work order documentation.

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities :

• Knowledge of procedures, techniques, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of highways, and / or other highway facilities.
• Skills in using construction measuring tools, equipment, and / or instruments.
• Listening to and following directions.
• Meeting established deadlines.
• Reading, writing and basic math.
• Directing the work of others.

Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, coordinate, report, and properly complete work assignments.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

Operate a motor vehicle and other mechanical equipment.

Maintain, repair, and report highways, bridges, and / or other highway structures.

Work from high elevations, above water, in high volume traffic areas, and outdoors.

Walk, kneel, bend, twist, lift and carry 50 pounds.

Learn to use a computer and software programs to aid with job duties.

Other job-related requirements :

Minimum qualifications :

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 :

Your driving record will be reviewed and the status of your driver license confirmed. A mandatory drug screening will be performed on the successful applicant.

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. Click here to register for the Clearinghouse.

Applicants hired for this position with a Class E license will be required to obtain a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) within 60 days of appointment, attend CDL training and successfully pass the CDL licensing test and obtain a CDL Class B license with air brakes within 10 months after appointment to the position. Once the CLP is obtained, candidates must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse, as required, for the Department to conduct a query. Upon hire, this position also requires the applicant to have an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department's Driver's Record Requirements Policy. The costs of the initial CDL training and initial testing will be paid by the Department, subject to available funding. An employee will be given three chances to pass the license requirements. The employee will be responsible for paying for the initial CLP fee, as well as any additional training and re-test costs, and the CDL fee. If the employee voluntarily separates from the Department within two (2) years of obtaining their CDL, the employee will be responsible for paying the costs of the initial training and testing.

The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including :