Sidewalk Maintenance Skilled Trades Worker

Sarasota County; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Florida Retirement System

Extended vacation days

Job summary

Sarasota County is seeking applicants for maintenance and repair of road right-of-way areas. This role includes responding to maintenance tasks, managing roadway obstructions, and conducting oversight on road and bridge activities.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma, two years of relevant experience, and a Florida driver's license. Benefits include health insurance, retirement options, and extended vacation days.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in construction and road maintenance.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds occasionally.
• Valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance tasks for road right-of-way issues.
• Conduct labor tasks to keep roadways clear of obstructions.
• Assist with oversight of Road and Bridge maintenance activities.

Skills

Construction and road maintenance

Ability to acquire CDL

Tree trimming skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Weed-eaters

Job description

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, such as removing debris and hazards from roadways (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.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Two 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 months from the date of hire. The County will pay for this license.
• A valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.

Physical Demands

This position may occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. A handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or assistance from another team member is required when lifting or moving excessive weight.

Substance Screening

Position is subject to passing a pre‑employment substance screening. Failure to pass the required drug screening will result in disqualification for a period of five years.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Florida Retirement System.
• Choice of one of three medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option.
• Extended accrual rates for paid vacation days: 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full‑time employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Application of a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection process is available for applicants with a disability who require it.

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs, or activities. The County is a Tobacco‑Free/Drug‑Free Workplace.