Asphalt Mixture Laboratory Specialist II -
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Job Description
Requisition No:848386
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: ASPHALT MIXTURE LABORATORY SPECIALIST II -
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number:
Salary: $42588.69 - $55114.77
Posting Closing Date: 06/14/2025
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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
820 / STATE MATERIALS OFFICE
OPEN COMPETITIVE
CAREER SERVICE
CONTACT PERSON: Melissa Barrs
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER:
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS:
ANTICIPATED HIRING SALARY: $2119.80 /biweekly / $55114.77 /annual
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.
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 states economic competitiveness prioritizes Floridas environment and natural resources and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the states 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:
Asphalt Mixture Laboratory Specialist II / Engineering And Operations / Bureau Of Materials And Research / State Materials Office / Flexible Pavements Materials.
This position is in the asphalt mixture lab and is responsible for performing asphalt mixture testing for mixture design verification as well as research purposes. The selected candidate will analyze materials data for specification and procedural compliance and report results in the appropriate database. The selected candidate will be involved in calibrating and maintaining all testing equipment in the lab. In addition the selected candidate will be involved in sampling materials from asphalt production facilities aggregate mines and terminals and the roadway.
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 agencys learning management system you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.
Where You Will Work:
Bureau Of Materials And Research / State Materials Office 5007 NE 39th Ave. Gainesville FL 32609
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Performs laboratory tests on asphalt mixtures and aggregates in accordance with the applicable Florida Sampling and Testing Methods (FSTM) American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) or American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) test methods. Performs asphalt mixture testing for mixture design verification as well as research purposes. Conducts asphalt mixture tests to determine performance properties. Reports results in an accurate and timely manner in the appropriate database.
Analyzes materials data for specification and procedural compliance. Takes timely action to correct any errors in the data. Actively facilitates the notification of stakeholders of errors failures or negative trends. Reviews and provides comments on test procedures and other documents.
Obtains samples from asphalt production facilities aggregate mines and terminals and the roadway. Performs field tests on asphalt pavements in accordance with applicable test methods and procedures.
Keeps all testing equipment calibrated and in good working order.
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Concepts terminology principles and analytical techniques of asphalt mixtures.
- Engineering design construction production and/or operations.
Skills in:
- Operating a personal computer for word processing spreadsheets and database applications.
Ability to:
- Perform asphalt related laboratory and field tests.
- Analyze and interpret engineering data.
- Apply engineering quantitative techniques.
- Plan organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Communicate engineering information effectively.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Work in and be effective in a team environment.
- Lift 50 pounds.
Other Job-Related Requirements:
- This position will be required to respond before during and following emergency situations.
- NOTE: The incumbent of this position is required to handle hazardous materials possessing the characteristics of ignitability corrosivity and toxicity as defined in the Code of Federal Regulations 40. Part 261. The incumbent must be trained in the handling of the aforementioned hazardous materials prior to commencing work or he/she must work only under the direct control of a supervisor who is trained in the handling of such materials.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Prior experience using engineering or manufacturing tools equipment and/or instruments; and prior experience operating a personal computer for word processing spreadsheets and/or database applications.
The States total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
- $25000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
- Dental vision and supplemental insurances
- State of Florida retirement package
- 10 paid holidays a year
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- Career advancement opportunities
- Tuition waiver for public college courses
- A variety of training opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees visit: REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1 1962 will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES. If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs Division of Benefits and Assistance 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard Room 214 St. Petersburg Florida 33708.
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112 Florida Statutes and the Florida Department of Transportations Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportations Human Resources Office at for assistance.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455 F.S. Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295 Florida Statutescandidates eligible for Veterans Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7 Florida Administrative Code. Veterans Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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