Asphalt Operations Manager

Asphalt Operations Manager

Date: Oct 16, 2024

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Requisition No: 838993

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: Asphalt Operations Manager

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55010132

Salary: $66,361.62 – $85,879.74

Posting Closing Date: 10/24/2024

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

820 / State Materials Office

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON: Jim Musselman

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 352-955-6640

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: jim.musselman@dot.state.fl.us

ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY: $3,002.79

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)

$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)

Dental, vision and supplemental insurances

State of Florida retirement package

Generous vacation and sick leave

10 paid holidays a year

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition waiver for public college courses

Training opportunities

Flexible work schedules (for designated positions)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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!

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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 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 located at 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399, or call (850) 414-5300 for assistance.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Develops and executes work plans to support in-house research in the laboratory and field including evaluation of new or improved asphalt materials, construction techniques, and testing methods. Compiles, analyzes and evaluates test data, and prepares technical reports documenting research activities, findings, and conclusions. Develops contracted research project scopes, requests for proposals, and provides a detailed evaluation of proposals, work plans, and deliverables. Participates in laboratory and/or field-testing activities as necessary. Participates in the implementation of research findings.

Designs and executes statewide training sessions, modules, and workshops (both face to face and virtually) for asphalt materials, construction techniques, and testing methods. Develops technical presentations for audiences of varying technical backgrounds, on various topics related to asphalt materials and asphalt pavement construction. Organizes, schedules, and coordinates training activities for internal and external customers as needed.

Provides technical support and expertise to Department staff, Industry, and other customers in the resolution of problems in asphalt laboratory operations, production/construction, and in the design/rehabilitation of asphalt pavements. Performs and documents Independent Assurance evaluations on District staff as described in Department procedures and the Federal Aid Policy Guide.

Creates, revises, and maintains Department specifications, procedures, manuals, and test methods in asphalt materials. Drafts technical documents, addresses any comments and concerns, and ensures execution. Monitors and ensures implementation of the new/revised initiatives.

Inspects asphalt binder supply locations and asphalt mixture production facilities for compliance with all applicable Quality Control, Specification, and other procedural requirements. Prepares technical reports of inspections, resolution, and presents findings with applicable parties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of asphalt binders and asphalt mixtures. Skill 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. Skill to present technical information verbally and in writing. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to work effectively in team settings. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

OTHER JOB RELATED REQUIREMENTS: Travel as required by section activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience using engineering or manufacturing tools, equipment and/or instruments; prior experience operating a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet, and/or database applications; and prior experience with evaluating construction materials.

As a CANDIDATE, you may be required to provide documentation (i.e. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY, college transcripts, ETC.) to verify meeting these Minimum Qualifications.

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 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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32609

Nearest Major Market:Gainesville