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Fender Construction Worker- Port Everglades

Broward County, Florida
$42,369.60 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
115 South Andrews Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 25, 2025
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Fender Construction Worker. Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME. General Description Performs diversified manual tasks in the repair, replacement and maintenance of bulkhead fender systems, bollards, and other seawall and dockside fixtures. Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires two (2) years operation of maintenance and construction equipment or closely related experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Required Ability to secure and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment. Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment. Preferences 1+ years experience operating a boom lift 1+ years experience operating a welding torch SCOPE OF WORK The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Transports various construction tools and equipment to work sites at the port; sets up and rigs boom truck lifting gear for fender removal, including wire straps, shackles and safety lines. Prepares fenders for removal by disconnecting chains, backing out heavy bolts and clearing any loose damaged fender parts; may work over the side in water and utilize snorkeling equipment and a cutting torch. Operates boom truck crane in the removal and replacement of fenders and heavy tires. Assists contractors with the removal and replacement of fenders and large truck tires when work is outside the reach of the port boom truck and a crane is utilized; assists contractors with installation of new fender systems, as required. Assembles and disassembles fenders at the shop utilizing various tools and equipment; fabricates new steel sections by welding and cutting; prepares and paints fender surfaces, as required. Installs new fender assemblies by using a core drill and boring into the concrete on the outside face of the seawall; epoxies mounting hardware into the drilled holes and hangs the new fender over the wall after glue cures. Installs mooring bollards along the berths; and rebuilds damaged fenders by disassembling the unit, cutting out damaged sections of the protector panel, and welding the new fabricated parts in place. Conducts routine surveys of the port fendering system and reports damage or missing fenders to supervisor; performs operator pre-check and minor repairs on truck crane and forklift. Maintains fendering parts, tools, and equipment inventory as required by Broward County; assists with other trades work as needed; and supervises unskilled assistants. Performs related work as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to electrical shocks; heights. SPECIAL INFORMATION Competencies Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures. Resourcefulness Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently. Accomplishes tasks without waste, leveraging available resources; requests additional resources when appropriate. Manages multiple priorities and competing demands calmly and effectively. Communicates Effectively Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Seeks out others' perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking. Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them. Being Resilient Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Shows appropriate stability and resilience in crises; puts the situation in perspective, helps the organization stay focused; helps the organization move forward. Stays persistent in the face of adversity or obstacles; urges others to adopt a similar approach. Situational Adaptability Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Finds out which situations call for flexibility and responds accordingly; seeks and listens to others' input and feedback on how to adapt approach to changing situations. County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request. Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.