HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST - 55002931

Requisition No: 874155 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST - 55002931

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55002931 

Salary:  $43,877.77 - $56,783.00 

Posting Closing Date: 04/20/2026 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

191 / Heartland Operations Center

INTERNAL AGENCY

INTERNAL AGENCY:  Only current Department of Transportation employees will be considered for this position

CAREER SERVICE

FULL-TIME

 

CONTACT PERSON: Thomas Gibson

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (863) 491-1816

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Thomas.Gibson@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $1,927.29 /biweekly range

 

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.

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

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers.  Visa sponsorship is not available.

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 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.

 

The Work You Will Do:

Highway Maintenance Specialist

District One / District Maintenance / Heartland Operations Center

 

This position will coordinate with the supervisor in the maintenance activities of the In-House Field Crews and oversees crews performing maintenance activities.  Prepares accurate daily crew reports, work needs surveys, and coordinates with other crews and/or resources. This position supports the safety and functionality of Florida’s transportation system through hands-on fieldwork and dependable service.

 

The Difference You Will Make:

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. 

 

How You Will Grow:

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. 

 

Where You Will Work:

Heartland Operations Center - Sebring

4722 Kenilworth Blvd.

Sebring, Florida 33870

 

Annual Salary Range:

$1,927.29 bi-weekly

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

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. Operate a squad truck with trailer attachments for