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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER - 55004029 (LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025)

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Requisition No: 883853 Agency: Department of Transportation Working Title: GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER - 55004029 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 55004029 Salary: 82,980.64 - 107,386.71 Posting Closing Date: 10/02/2026 Total Compensation Estimator <a title="Total Compensation Estimator" href="https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tool</a>State of Florida Department of Transportation Job Posting Description 219 / Materials And Research Open Competitive Career Service Full-Time Contact Person: Amanda Sharp Contact Phone Number: 386-758-3782 Contact Email Address: <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> Hiring Salary Range: $ 3,191.56 - $4,130.26 /Biweekly Range $ 82,980.64 - $107,386.71 /Annual Range 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: Geotechnical Engineer, District Two – Transportation Operations - 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: $ 82,980.64 - $ 107,386.71 Your Specific Responsibilities: 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 Independent Assurance evaluations in the field as described in Department procedures and the Federal Aid Policy Guide. Perform these evaluations in an objective and professional manner. Document and report findings. Support consultant contracts in accordance with applicable rules, laws and procedures. Review the consultant work effort. Review and comment on invoices. Perform engineering analysis of in-place conditions in the field. Perform warranty inspection and analysis in the field as required. Determine the cause(s) of the in-place conditions. Engineer solutions if necessary or requested by the customer. Sign and seal engineering report and recommendations as required. Perform engineering analysis required to determine the best approach to Department soil and foundation needs. Perform engineering analysis required to determine the appropriate foundation installation technique and parameters. Perform engineering analysis required to determine if the installed foundation meets the design requirements. Design foundations and other geotechnical solutions to support Department infrastructure. Sign and seal engineering reports, geotechnical designs and specification as required. 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 errors, failures or negative trends. 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 plans, Construction plans, specifications, procedures and any other documents necessary to execute the Department’s mission. 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: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of geotechnical engineering’ engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.</li> </ul> Skills in: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Skilled in using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.</li> </ul> Ability to: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to operate a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to solve problems relating to engineering; plan design, evaluate and investigate engineering works and systems.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to apply quantitative techniques.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to monitor and inspect engineering projects.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments, communicate engineering information effectively.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.</li> </ul> Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Registered as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Chapter 471 Florida Statutes.</li> </ul> Other Job-Related Requirements: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">This position will respond before, during and after emergency situations.</li> </ul> Minimum Qualifications: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Registered as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Chapter 471 Florida Statutes.</li> </ul> <div style="border:none;border-top:solid windowtext 3.0pt;padding:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in;background-color:white"> The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: </div> <table class="MsoNormalTable" style="width:473.25pt;background-color:white;border-collapse:collapse" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr style="height:74.25pt"> <td style="width:230.25pt;padding:0.0in 5.25pt 0.0in 5.25pt" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Dental, vision and supplemental insurances</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">State of Florida retirement package </li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">10 paid holidays a year</li> </ul> </td> <td style="width:243.0pt;padding:0.0in 5.25pt 0.0in 5.25pt" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Generous vacation and sick leave</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Career advancement opportunities</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Tuition waiver for public college courses</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">A variety of training opportunities</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div style="border:none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 3.0pt;padding:0.0in 0.0in 1.0pt 0.0in"> For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mybenefits.myflorida.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7CLisa.Hill%40dot.state.fl.us%7C1b05f6cc78404168722108d9f86420cb%7Cdb21de5dbc9c420c8f3f8f08f85b5ada%7C0%7C0%7C637813931195761858%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=3POI7SRd37PUUZjr%2BSFguwDJAZD%2FEhRwtT9rYeyz2PY%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/</a> </div> SPECIAL 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 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. 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 <a href="http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545">here</a>. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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