Two (2) years of experience in the construction, maintenance, and repair of road right-of-way areas
Must be able to acquire a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement within six (6) months from the date of hire (Paid by the County!)
A valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire
Physical Demands: This position may occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs. A handling device (dolly, cart, etc.), or the ability to work with another team member, when lifting and/or moving excessive poundage is available and required.
** Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years
About Everything Else
Starting Pay: $20.10 (Step 1) , potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents . You will need to present the following items on your first day:
I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
If your position requires a Florida Driver's License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver's License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above - List B Documents.)
U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above - List C Documents.)
Benefits
For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County - Many Voices, One Team.We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service - interHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Department:
Transportation
Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
Do you have experience working on roads or sidewalks? Join our Transportation Department's Road & Bridge Division as a Sidewalk Maintenance Skilled Trades Worker. You'll help build safe, durable sidewalks while developing your skills and contributing to projects that make a real difference in the community.
Starting pay is $20.10/hr (Step 1) , with benefits beginning within 60 days of hire and plenty of opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development with Sarasota County.
Apply today and take the first step toward a career that truly makes a difference!
About This Role
Respond to maintenance tasks for repairs to road right-of-way issues, including sidewalks, curbs, gutters, concrete footers, and foundations
Bridge maintenance repairs including bridge approaches, wing walls, sidewalks, guardrails, and handrails
Repair of asphalt and roadway surfaces as required
Ensure all work is done to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) specifications
Provide guidance and conduct labor-intensive tasks in the repair of asphalt maintenance on county roadways
Assist with oversight of day-to-day Road and Bridge maintenance/construction activities
Conduct labor tasks to keep roadways clear of obstructions, including removing debris and hazards from roadways. i.e., (construction debris and dead animal carcasses)
Conduct manual trimming of trees for proper clearance and site distance problems, using chainsaws, weed eaters, pole saws, and manual tools associated
Work Hours:
Monday - Friday
6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
40-hour shifts
Overtime may be required according to business needs
*On-call required
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