MATERIALS COORDINATOR-LAB INSPECTION - 55003996

Florida Department of Transportation; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Transportation is seeking a Materials Coordinator – Lab Inspection to join the Materials and Research team in Lake City, FL. The role ensures laboratories comply with contract and procedural documents, reviews records and equipment, and reports findings to stakeholders.

Candidates must meet the specified knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to lift 50 pounds and work in variable terrain.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of Materials – Laboratory Inspection & Qualification.
• Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or instruments.
• Skill in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.
• Ability to operate a personal computer for word processing, processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect laboratories for compliance with Department contract and procedural documents.
• Review records, procedures, equipment and personnel to assess compliance and report findings.
• Perform follow-up inspections as necessary.
• Evaluate project/process status and recommend improvements to optimize delivery.
• Notify stakeholders of changes and ensure processes are consistent and repeatable.

Skills

Materials inspection

Engineering data analysis

Technical inspections

Laboratory procedures

Job description

MATERIALS COORDINATOR-LAB INSPECTION - 55003996

Date: Oct 29, 2026

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Requisition No:886629

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: MATERIALS COORDINATOR-LAB INSPECTION - 55003996

State of Florida 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.

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 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:

Materials Coordinator – Lab Inspection/ Materials and Research

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 training and instructor-led courses.

Where You Will Work:

Materials and Research – 1109 South Marion Avenue, Lake City, FL 32025

Annual Salary Range:

$ 55,874.77 - $ 72,308.52

Your Specific Responsibilities:

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 redocument and report findings. Perform follow-up inspections as necessary.

Evaluate project/process to determine current performance status. Make/recommend improvements to optimize delivery or improve results. Notify stakeholders of any changes to the project/process. Ensure project/process is consistent, predictable and repeatable.

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

Perform Independent Assurance evaluations as described in Department procedures and the Federal Aid Policy Guide. Perform evaluations in an objective manner. Documents and reports findings.

Provide materials and related technical support to customers as requested. Provide support in time to meet the customers’ needs. Provide clear comments as requested in time to be useful to the customer. Offer solutions when objecting to the approach that is proposed.

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

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of Materials – Laboratory Inspection & Qualification.
• Knowledge of engineering design, construction, production and/or instruments.

Skills in:

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

Ability to:

• Ability to operate a personal computer for word processing, processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data.
• Ability to solve problems relating to engineering.
• Ability to perform technical 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 lift 50 pounds and move around uneven terrain without assistance.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• Must possess or obtain and maintain the following qualifications: 1) Asphalt Plant Level I; 2) Aggregate Testing Technician; 3) ACI Concrete Lab Technician Level I; 4) Aggregate Base Testing Technician; Limerock Bearing Ration (LBR) Technician. Must pass or have passed Construction Math and Contract Plans Reading Self Study examinations. Must have a valid class "E" Florida Driver's License. This position must respond before, during and after emergency situations.