Asphalt Mixture Laboratory Specialist

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date: feb 25, 2026

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requisition no:867926

agency: department of transportation

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.

to ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work.unless explicitly requested, the use of artificial intelligence (ai) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

candidates must be united states (u.s.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

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.

asphalt mixture laboratory specialist ii / state highway engineer / office of materials / flexible pavement 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.

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.

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 training and instructor-led courses.

state materials office, 5007 ne 39th ave., gainesville, fl 32609

$53,615.47 - $69,384.73

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.

knowledge of:

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