MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Maintenance EngineerJoin 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.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.The work you will do:Maintenance Engineer / District Six / District Maintenance / North Dade Maintenance - Administration This position will oversee and direct all North Dade maintenance unit operations, including planning, budgeting, contract administration, and the supervision of field, permit, vehicle maintenance, and warehouse functions. It also ensures effective coordination with agencies and the public, manages compliance with environmental and emergency requirements, and implements improved methods to support the agency's mission.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:District Six North Dade Maintenance 1773 NE 205th Street North Miami Beach, FL 33179Annual salary range: $118,209.59 - $152,977.11Your specific responsibilities:Performs highly advanced maintenance and transportation engineering duties. Responsible for the administration of management activities for maintenance field, contract development/inspection, permit issuance/inspection, shop, and warehouse operations; include all planning, budgeting, administrative, and operational functions; including supervising/oversight of other managers within the maintenance unit. Coordinates and directs programs and work needs for the permit and contract maintenance work groups. Supervises and oversees subordinates in all phases of required work within the contract and permit work groups. Motivates, trains, coaches and guides subordinate employees to improve the quality and quantity of work performed while conducting work activities. Signs and seals plans and specifications packages. Analyzes, evaluates, and directs programs and work needs for field crews and maintenance contract inspection for the maintenance unit. Oversee all activities in the Maintenance Unit. Plans and directs workloads, deadlines, work objectives, and time utilization with field managers and supervisors. Manages the oversight and direction of the Department of Corrections crews and personnel. Recommends production planning, scheduling, and control methods. Directs cost control programs. Formulates and recommends work procedures and develops new and improved work methods. Consults with various municipalities. Serves on a regular basis as liaison to City, County and other State agencies on maintenance problems, contractual agreements, and other matters as they arise. This position manages and/or approves contracts in excess of $35,000 per single transaction. This position has financial disclosure responsibility in accordance with Section 112.3145, Florida Statutes. Coordinates all unit maintenance duties and programs under the direction of the District Maintenance Engineer. Answers correspondence of both general and specific nature and assures all documents meet Department rules and policies. Maintains liaison with the public on matters concerning state-maintained roads and bridges; addresses all concerns/complaints with diplomacy. Coordinates the study and evaluation of work needs that may be considered for Maintenance Contracts. Ensures that Maintenance Contracts are correctly administered and that all quantities and pay items are correct Ensures that the contractor's performance in the field is correctly inspected and meets all Departmental requirements. Coordinates all activities performed by the vehicle maintenance and repair facility; and warehouse. Ensures that all modifications to equipment are completed on time and oversees the training and upgrading of vehicle mechanics. Ensures that preventative maintenance services are correctly performed. Ensure that current warehousing procedures are followed. Makes field inspections of special projects. Acquires and assembles information for special reports as requested to include accident/incident investigations. Communicates on a regular basis with employees, both individually and in scheduled meetings. Coordinates the hazardous/universal materials usage, storage, and disposal program for the facility; this includes but is not limited to planning, programming, and Implementation of policies, rules, and procedures in compliance with all environmental laws. Coordinates the Emergency Preparedness/Natural Disaster Program Management.The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities:Knowledge of: leadership and management practices. the correct use of English grammar and punctuation in communicating spoken and written business product. conduct standards and disciplinary actions. engineering design, construction, production and/or operations. the budgetary process and procedures. contract administration procedures. safety procedures. understanding and applying applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Skills in: contract administration procedures. safety procedures. understanding and applying applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. communicating effectively with the public, supervisors, and subordinates, including presentations, meetings, and written correspondence. the operation of personal computers, computer-based systems, and programs.Ability to: lead, manage, and work with diverse groups of people. motivate subordinates. identify and solve problems. plan workloads, deadlines, and work objectives. analyze and interpret engineering data. supervise.Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements: Licensed to engage in the practice of Engineering under the authority of Chapter 471, Florida Statutes. While on duty status, the position's incumbent may be required to drive a state owned or leased vehicle to perform the duties of this position. A valid class "E" driver's license is required.Other job-related requirements:Responsible for adhering to the provisions and requirements of section 215.422, Florida Statute (FS) related State Comptrollers rules and Department of Transportation's Invoice processing and Warrant distribution procedures. The incumbent in this position may work with or around Department of Corrections inmates. During a declared emergency event, the incumbent will be required to assist the district as needed. 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)