Requisition No: 885767 Agency: Department of Transportation Working Title: TURNPIKE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - 55013509 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 55013509 Salary: $59,000.24 Posting Closing Date: 10/29/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION 852 / FACILITIES AND COMMUNICATIONS OPEN COMPETITIVE SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE FULL-TIME CONTACT PERSON: Lance Ramrattan CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 407-680-7781 CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,269.24 /biweekly range / $59,000.24 /annual 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: Turnpike Maintenance Technician / Turnpike Enterprise / TPK Support Services Office / Building Maintenance. This position will perform hands‑on maintenance and repair of complex building systems—including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life‑safety systems, generators, UPS, elevators, and structural components—while also completing carpentry, electrical, plumbing, remodeling, and general facility upkeep across interior and exterior areas. It creates, prioritizes, and completes work orders; oversees contractors to ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA, FDOT policies, and local codes; responds to after‑hours emergencies; and maintains organized mechanical spaces, inventory, and purchasing records. The position also inspects outsourced work, ensures safe operations, interprets technical plans, and performs other duties as assigned. 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: Turnpike Enterprise Mile Post 263, Bldg 5315, Ocoee, FL 34761 Annual Salary Range: $ 59,000.24 Your Specific Responsibilities: (INSERT JOB DUTIES) The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: • Skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position • How to perform various skilled trade work such as plumbing, air conditioning, electrical, carpentry, general building maintenance, painting, etc. • Using a building management system (BMS) • Maintenance safety procedures for performing building maintenance type work, such as lock-out-tag-out, use of personal protection equipment and use of power tools Skills in: • Using hand tools • Using power tools • Attention to detail quality assurance reviewing work for accuracy and quality • Working in electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, etc.; Ability to: • Read floor plans and as-built drawings • Establishing and maintaining a positive working relationship with co-workers, customers and contractors • Install, maintain and repair light bulbs, light fixtures, light ballasts with 277 volts • Perform various plumbing repairs • Scheduling and prioritizing work and responsibilities • Working independently (self-starter) and working and supporting team members • Troubleshoot building systems and equipment • Work with others in a team environment • To follow instructions • Manage time and work • Climb and utilize a ladder • Lift up to 50 pounds. Other Job-Related Requirements: • Due to the nature of this position the incumbent must respond to emergencies during and after normal work hours. 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 AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.