FIELD OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR I - 55002666

My Florida CFO; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Transportation is seeking a Field Operations Supervisor I for the Bartow Operations Center in Polk County. This role supervises crews performing roadway maintenance, pothole repairs, shoulder work, and emergency response while ensuring safety and efficient operation of the statewide transportation system.

The annual salary range is $48,372.92 to $62,600.25. Open competitive, selections are based on merit, and candidates must be United States citizens or authorized to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles and calculations.
• Knowledge of standard safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of procedures, techniques, use of equipment, materials associated in the repair and maintenance of highways and other highway structures.
• Knowledge of the maintenance rating program, skilled in the operation of a variety of power tools, heavy equipment, and vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Supervises employees, directs workloads, and plans and coordinates maintenance tasks.
• Maintains records, prepares crew activity reports and daily vehicle checks.
• Operates vehicles and a range of medium and heavy equipment; performs preventive maintenance.
• Performs manual highway maintenance and temporary traffic control duties.
• Interprets maintenance standards and supports safety/loss prevention.
• Responds to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Communicating verbally and in writing

Job description

FIELD OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR I - 55002666

Date: Oct 12, 2026

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Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: FIELD OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR I - 55002666

STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

190 / BARTOW OPERATIONS CENTER

OPEN COMPETITIVE

SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 863-519-4329

HIRING SALARY RANGE: Biweekly $2,188.82

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:

Field Operations Supervisor I

District One/District Maintenance/Bartow Operations Center

This position will supervise crews who perform a variety of roadway maintenance activities on state roads throughout Polk County, including pothole repairs, shoulder work, tree-trimming, sidewalk repairs, emergency response, etc. The Field Operations Supervisor I 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:

District 1/Bartow Operations Center

2740 State Road 60 W, Bartow, FL 33830

Annual Salary Range:

$48,372.92 - $62,600.25

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Supervises employees spending majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees, and planning and directing employees’ work. Includes the development, coordination, and participation in the roadside maintenance program. Assist the Maintenance Field Operations Manager in work need surveys by conducting routine highway maintenance inspections. Select materials, supplies, equipment, inspecting, planning workloads, workflows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization for employees. Train crew members in the proper identification and inspection of defective areas.

Provide technical assistance and instruction on roadside defects and determine corrective action required. Supervises Department of Corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities.

Maintain records of operation. Prepare and maintain daily paperwork such as crew activity reports, work orders and daily vehicle check lists. Complete reports and documents required for safety issues, personnel matters, and equipment usage and repair.

Operate vehicles and a variety of medium and heavy equipment. Perform preventative maintenance and pre-trip inspections on equipment. Perform light maintenance and servicing work in connection with any type of equipment; assist in the repair of equipment; check fluids and add as needed to maintain proper fluid levels; ensure maintenance of proper air pressure in all tires, etc.

Perform manual labor in the maintenance of highways, and other highway facilities while utilizing a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools.

Perform temporary traffic control (maintenance of traffic) and provide instruction on the basics of temporary traffic control (maintenance of traffic).

Interpret the Maintenance Management System Standards and select the most efficient and productive means of performing assigned work, the Florida Department of Transportation Loss Prevention Procedures and be aware of reducing personal injury and vehicle accidents.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles and calculations.
• Knowledge of standard safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of procedures, techniques, use of equipment, materials associated in the repair and maintenance of highways and other highway structures.
• Knowledge of the maintenance rating program, skilled in the operation of a variety of power tools, heavy equipment, and vehicles.

Skills in:

• Communicating verbally and in writing, skilled in preand post-trip inspections required for commercial motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight (gvw) of 26,000 pounds or more.

Ability to:

• Ability to supervise employees effectively, ability to complete reports and forms and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to train and instruct crew members.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others,
• Ability to determine work priorities, plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments to ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to work independently and make job related decisions.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies and