MATERIALS COORDINATOR-PRESTRESS YARD - 55014058

Requisition No: 862601 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: MATERIALS COORDINATOR-PRESTRESS YARD - 55014058

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55014058 

Salary:  $57,619.12 - $74,565.92 

Posting Closing Date: 10/16/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

119 /District Materials Office

OPEN COMPETITIVE

                                                                       CAREER SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON: Joe Miller

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 813-612-3325

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Joe.miller@dot.state.fl.us

ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY: $2,607.20 /biweekly/ $67,787.20 Annually

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 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 one FDOT 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:

Materials Coordinator-Prestress Yard

District One/District Materials Office/Tampa Field Office

This position will oversee producer quality control plans, ensuring compliance with FDOT standards, specifications, and approved concrete mix designs. Coordinates and conducts required inspections and material verification testing with both internal and external FDOT stakeholders. This position provides support to the Tampa Lab Manager in the coordination and execution of compressive strength testing, including both verification and project-level resolution testing. This role assists in the review and approval of potential non-compliance issues and ensures the implementation and documentation of approved repair procedures in accordance with FDOT specifications. These contributions will be instrumental in maintaining a safe and efficient transportation network.

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 trainings and instructor led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

District One/District Materials Office- Tampa Field Office

2922 Leslie Road

Tampa, FL 33619

Anticipated Pay:

$67,787.20 Annually

A Competitive Area Differential (CAD) additive in the amount of $478.40 will be added to the annual salary.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Perform field and/or laboratory testing in accordance with the applicable Florida Sampling and Testing Methods (FSTM), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) or American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) test methods.  Report results precisely in the appropriate database. Keep all testing equipment calibrated and in good working order.

Inspect materials in the field as requested or required during Construction, Maintenance or Design. Determine material compliance with Department contract and procedural documents.  Inspect ongoing activities and documentation of materials related testing and inspection. Provide feedback and technical assistance to field personnel as appropriate. Document and report findings.

Analyze materials data for contract and procedural compliance. Take timely action to correct any errors in the data.  Actively facilitate the notification of stakeholders of failures or negative trends.

Inspect component materials for compliance with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) specifications. Inspect completed material or component materials for compliance with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) specifications. Inspect facility and operation for compliance with their Quality Control (QC) plan and specification requirements. Document and report findings. 

Perform Independent Assurance (IA) evaluations as described in Department procedures and the Federal Aid Policy Guide.  Perform these evaluations in an objective and professional manner.  Document and report findings.

Provide materials related technical support to customers as requested.  Provide support in time to meet the customer’s needs. Provide guidance and training to customers.

Review Quality Control (QC) plans, Construction plans, specifications, procedures and any other documents necessary to execute the Department’s mission. Coordinate the review of the Materials portion of the Contractor’s Quality Control (QC) plan. Provide clear comments as requested in time to be useful to the customer. Offer solutions when objecting to the approach that is proposed.

Support consultant contracts in accordance with applicable rules, laws and procedures. Review the consultant work effort. Develop scope of task work order. Review and comment on invoices.

Provide review and analysis of proposed mix designs submitted by the producer. Provide assistance to Construction regarding the behavior of the mix in the field. Make adjustments to the mix as needed in accordance with specifications and procedures. Suspend/revoke approval of the mixes as required in accordance with the specifications and procedures.

Inspect laboratories for compliance with Department contract and procedural documents. Review records, procedures, equipment and personnel as necessary to assess compliance with contract and procedural requirements. Provide feedback and technical assistance to laboratory personnel as appropriate. Document and report findings. Perform follow-up inspections as necessary.

Other Job-related requirements

Must possess or obtain and maintain the following qualification:  Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Level II and Precast Prestressed Concrete Construction S450  . Must pass or have passed Metal Pipe Plant Inspection, Construction Math, and Contract Plans Reading.  Must pass Construction Training Qualification Program (CTQP) for Concrete Field Level I.  Employee will be required to be responsive to emergency situations within a very short timeframe and serve in the Transportation Emergency Management Team (TEMT). Must have a valid class "E" Florida driver's license. 

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

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of concrete.
• Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.

Skills in:

• Skilled in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.

Ability to:

• Ability to operate a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data.
• Ability to solve problems relating to engineering.
• Ability to perform engineering inspections.
• Ability to apply engineering quantitative techniques. 
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate engineering information effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to pick up to 50 lbs and move around uneven terrain without assistance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience operating a personal computer for word processing and spreadsheet.

This position requires a valid Class E driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy. An unacceptable driving record is defined as any of the following:

1. Three (3) or more moving violations in the past three (3) years that accumulate three (3) or more points per violation.
2. Any two (2) convictions of reckless driving in the past three (3) years.
3. A suspension or revocation of the driver license for moving violations in the past three (3) years.
4. A suspension or revocation for refusal to take a sobriety test, or any suspension or revocation for a DUI conviction, in the past four (4) years.

Your driving record will be reviewed and the status of your driver license confirmed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You may 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 Transportation’s 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 Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 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 (1-866-663-4735). 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 Statutes, candidates 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 requirements.  Candidates 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.