Trades Worker (Road & Bridge

Salary: $21.01 Hourly
Location : 1 Courthouse Square, Kissimmee, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 02957
Department: ROAD & BRIDGE
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


General Description of Duties
NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.
Under direction, the purpose of the position is to assist and perform general maintenance and repairs in the skilled and semi-skilled trades, e.g., masonry, carpentry, flooring, electric, plumbing, irrigation, welding. Employees in this classification function at journey level, and are responsible for accomplishing a daily routine of general and preventative facilities maintenance and repair tasks to provide employees and general public with an environmentally safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient public buildings and structures. Employee performs duties with minimal supervision with thorough knowledge and proficiency gained through training and experience in a diversity of trades work. Performs related work as directed.
Essential Job Functions
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Prepares areas to receive cement product by use of wood or steel forms.
• Finishes concrete surfaces, using power trowel, or wets and rubs concrete with abrasive stone to impart finish.
• Smooths and finish surfaces of poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, or curbs to specified textures, using hand tools or power tools, including floats, straight hedge, trowels, and screeds.
• Uses pneumatic tools to Break up and repair old concrete surfaces.
• Operates power construction equipment including, compressors, pumps, hoists, derricks, cranes, shovels, tractors, scrapers, or motor graders, to excavate, move and grade, and erect structural and reinforcing steel, and pour concrete.
• Inspects truck equipment and supplies (i.e., tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water).
• May operate cement mixer truck.
• Utilizes a wide variety of manual, gas and electric powered hand tools, e.g., hammer, shovel, screw drivers, wrenches, digging bar, saws, drills, welders.
• Position performs a variety of labor-intensive work which may include exposure to difficult working conditions, e.g., extreme heat or cold, fumes, chemicals.
• Attends safety meetings and/or safety inspections.
• Performs general maintenance and upkeep of tools, equipment and machinery, e.g., lubricates, services, fuels; performs routine light maintenance and repairs; cleans and maintains safe operation.
• Participates in work-site safety set-up, e.g., preps work areas; sets barricades and cones; conducts traffic control in accordance with uniform work zone safety standards; flags traffic.
• Responds to emergency situations in order to confine, resolve or prevent injuries or otherwise hazardous conditions, i.e., fallen debris, spills, broken windows, broken locks.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: Two (2) years of responsible experience in a specific skilled trade (e.g., masonry, carpentry, flooring, electric, plumbing, air conditioning, irrigation, welding).

Miscellaneous: Road & Bridge Division : Applicants must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Florida Driver License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to lead and carry out assignments with minimal instructions.
• Ability to adhere to prescribed routines and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of, and ability to utilize materials, methods and equipment used in skilled and semi-skilled trades, e.g., masonry, carpentry, flooring, electric, plumbing, air conditioning, irrigation, welding.
• Skill in utilizing various handheld manual and electrical tools of the various trades, e.g., hammer, screwdriver, wrench, drill, various saws, grinder, pliers, sander, tar kettle, various torches, air compressor, drill press, generator, welding equipment, electronic and electrical testing and repair equipment.
• Ability to perform duties with a professional and cooperative work ethic.
• Ability to climb, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in temperatures exceeding 100 degrees for extended periods of time Ability to with stand exposure to dust, mold, fiberglass and various chemicals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with department management, County employees, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demand: Heavy

• 100 pounds maximum lifting
• Frequent (up to 2/3 of work time) lifting, carrying 50lbs.
• Expression or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
• Requires physical agility in climbing, kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching
• Required to have clear vision at near distances and distances of 20 feet or more
• Requires infrequent exposure to adverse weather conditions, chemicals, and other hazardous materials.

Employee Benefits

Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family.


Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we're here to support you every step of the way.

Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83.5% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.

Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan

Coverage

Employee

Employee + 1

Family

Health-HRA Base

$0.00

$130.46

$202.93

HRA Buy-Up

$37.60

$174.33

$271.19

Dental Base

$0.00

$12.72

$23.42

Dental Buy-Up

$3.35

$19.24

$32.63

Vision

$3.42

$6.84

$9.15

Short-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Long-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement, up to $20.00 per month.

Basic Life Insurance Policy

At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.

Employee Health Center

The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.

Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.

Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals

Service Time

Accruals Per Month

1 month - 5 years

8 hours

5 years and 1 month - 10 years

10 hours

10 years and 1 month - 15 years

12 hours

15 years and 1 month - 20 years

13.34 hours

20 years and over

16.66 hours

S ick Leave Accruals

Classification

Accruals Per Month

Full time employees

8 hours

Part time employees

4 hours

Paid Holidays

Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee)

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Thanksgiving - Day After
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Administrative Leave

40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.

Sick Leave Bank

Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical related event, with up to 240 hours per fiscal year. Enrollment required.

Vacation/Sick Leave Buy-Back Program

Eligible employees may sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave per fiscal year. (This program is subject to availability of funds and may be amended or terminated at any time without notice.)

Paid Bereavement Leave

Up to five (5) working days off.

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $1,600 per Fiscal Year, for degree seeking employees. Degree must be related to employee's current position.

Membership in the Florida Retirement System

The County is a Florida Retirement System Employer! For Fiscal Year 2025, County contribution for Regular Class members is 13.63%, subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution. Rates and Contributions are set by Florida Legislation.

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options. Employee sponsored.

Employee Recognition Program

We see your hard work, and we celebrate it! Through our Employee Appreciation Committee and the "You've Been Caught Doing Good" program, we recognize outstanding performance or accomplishments with prizes including monetary rewards and merchandise.
01


Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02


Select the area(s) that you have at least two (2) years of responsible experience in skilled trade: (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.)

• Masonry
• Carpentry
• Flooring
• Electric
• Plumbing
• Air Conditioning
• Irrigation
• Welding
• None

03


List any manual, gas and electric equipment you have used in a professional environment. (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If no, list N/A.
04


Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?

• Yes
• No

05


Are you electing to claim Veteran's Preference? (If electing to claim Veteran's Preference, please make sure to complete the Veteran's Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)

• Yes
• No

06


Do you possess a valid Florida Class A Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question