Technician II Bridge and Infrastructure

Lee County Government; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

State retirement plan

Job summary

Lee County Government in Florida seeks dependable team members to maintain bridges and roadway structures, ensuring safety and reliability for the community. This hands-on role involves operating heavy equipment, welding and fabricating, concrete work, and performing repairs to drawbridges, guardrails, and related infrastructure while keeping work zones safe.

You'll enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a strong retirement plan through the State of Florida as part of a safety-sensitive

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of bridge maintenance experience.
• Valid Florida Class B CDL with Air Brakes endorsement is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair stationary bridges and two drawbridges.
• Install and maintain guardrails, fences, and safety barriers.
• Inspect bridges for structural issues and fill expansion joints.
• Perform concrete work including forming, pouring, finishing.
• Operate heavy equipment like dump trucks, cranes, backhoes.
• Set up safe work zones per IMOT specs.
• Assist welding projects on bridges and railings.
• Support maintenance on Weir systems as needed.

Skills

Bridge maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Welding or fabrication

Road or highway maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lee County is looking for dependable and safety-focused team members to help maintain our bridges and roadway structures. In this role, you’ll play a key part in keeping our community connected by ensuring bridges and related infrastructure are safe and in good condition.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, takes pride in craftsmanship, and wants a stable career in public service that makes a real difference every day.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and repair Lee County’s stationary bridges and two drawbridges.
• Install, repair, and maintain guardrails, handrails, fences, buffer walls, sea walls, and safety barriers.
• Perform drawbridge upkeep, including traffic gates, gears, bearings, and other mechanical parts. Grease and lubricate as needed.
• Inspect bridges for structural issues and fill expansion joints.
• Repair box culverts, sandblast, grind, and paint surfaces.
• Install or repair traffic attenuators.
• Operate and transport barges for waterline repairs using wide-load permits.
• Use hand tools and power tools (chainsaws, augers) and operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, cranes, loaders, excavators, and backhoes.
• Set up safe work zones following IMOT specifications.
• Perform welding on bridges and aluminum railings; assist other departments with welding projects.
• Complete concrete work, including building forms, pouring, and finishing flat surfaces.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs on Weir systems as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two (2) years of experience in bridge maintenance or related work such as:
  • Road or highway maintenance
  • Construction or concrete work
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Welding or fabrication
  • Guardrail or fence installation

Licensing Requirements

• Must possess a Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brakes endorsement

Safety-Sensitive Position

• This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing in accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and/or 382).

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding and fabricating experience
• Experience repairing bridges, guardrails, fences, and concrete
• Class A CDL with Air Brakes endorsement

Work Schedule

• Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Must be flexible for emergencies.

Why Join Us?

This is a hands‑on role where your work directly supports the safety and connectivity of Lee County residents. You’ll enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a strong retirement plan through the State of Florida. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a dependable team that takes pride in serving the community every day.

About the Department

The Lee County Department of Transportation (DOT) is responsible for maintaining roads, bridges, and traffic systems throughout the county. Our team is committed to safety, reliability, and quality service that keeps Lee County moving.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.