HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

About the Mission

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is dedicated to providing a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods. Our mission supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of our communities.

As a "OneFDOT" team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a well-planned transportation network that supports economic growth with the ultimate goal of being congestion and fatality-free.

The Difference You Will Make

Join FDOT to be part of a team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility, and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. Through cooperation, coordination, and collaboration, you will contribute to a strong and empowering culture built on TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

FDOT encourages team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you will have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses to support your career advancement.

Where You Will Work

This position is based at the Gainesville Operations Center, located at 5301 NE 39 Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609. The role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions, on various terrains, and at various heights or in high-volume traffic. Incumbents must be readily available to respond to emergencies and may work with or around Department of Corrections inmates.

Hiring Process & Application Instructions

Eligibility & Citizenship Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday to be eligible for hire.

Application Integrity To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited. Any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Required Verifications Applicants must provide their Social Security Number for required verifications. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing. For positions requiring a Commercial Driver License (CDL), applicants must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Drug and Alcohol (FMCSA) Clearinghouse for a pre-employment query.

Veterans' Preference FDOT values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country. Preference-eligible applicants who receive notice of a hiring decision and believe they were not afforded employment preference may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days with the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Contact Information For questions regarding this posting, please contact Brenda Morgan at 352-381-4300 or Brenda.Morgan@dot.state.fl.us.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

The Florida Department of Transportation values and supports the employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the agency's Affirmative Action Plan, FDOT is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided upon request. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735) in advance to allow sufficient time for provision.