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HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I - 55009233

Date: Jun 9, 2025

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

Cost Center 594 / Orlando Operations

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON: Camarie Marmie

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]

ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY: $1,555.40 /biweekly ($40,440.40 /annual)

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.

Our Mission

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.

Our Vision

As a One FDOT 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.

The Work You Will Do:

Highway Maintenance Technician I – District Five / Orlando Maintenance

This position will use 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. Operates a motor vehicle to travel to and from work sites.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the One FDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

Where You Will Work:

District Five

Orlando Operations

420 W. Landstreet Road

Orlando, FL 32824

Your Specific Responsibilities:

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. Operates a motor vehicle to travel to and from work sites.

Performs pre-trip inspection/minor maintenance on vehicles/equipment. Cleans and washes equipment.

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:

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.

+ Perform minor maintenance on vehicles.

+ Operate motor vehicles and other mechanical equipment.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

+ Due to the nature of this position, incumbent must respond to emergencies.

+ The incumbent of this position is required to work with or around Department of Corrections inmates.

+ Obtain certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) - Intermediate Level within one year and maintain it.

+ This position requires a Class E driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Class E driver’s license is required.

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’s 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)

For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES. If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.

Location:

ORLANDO, FL, US, 32824

Nearest Major Market:Orlando