INSPECTOR II

Inspector II - 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.

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.

The work you will do:

• Inspector II – District Four/Director of Operations / District Maintenance / West Palm Beach Maintenance-Admin/West Palm Beach Maint – Eng/Contracts
• This position will ensure work completed by others within FDOT right-of-way meets all standards and is permitted through the Department. This position will also be responsible for on-site inspections.
• This position should maintain awareness of others doing work within the right-of-way that has not been approved by the Department and not permitted.

Your specific responsibilities:

• Conducts surveys of signs, guardrail, and attenuators as required by procedures.
• Provides survey of roadway items to be inventoried for Roadway Characteristics Inventory (RCI).
• Fills out data coding sheet and enters roadway data into computer database as needed.
• Gathers data and performs preliminary reviews for maintenance contract needs.
• Assists in the preparation of maintenance contracts.
• Prepares specifications as needed for use in maintenance contracts.
• Perform independent complex technical assignments to accomplish inspection and monitoring of work activities performed within the state Right of Way.
• Verifies that work is performed according to all State and Federal specifications, plans, permits, policies, procedures, statutes and rules.
• Performs approved testing techniques through the use of hand tools, gauges and/or instruments to ensure materials used conform to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) requirements.
• Assembles payment packages for contracts in accordance with established processes.
• Assist in identifying and producing documents in relation to public records request.
• Prepares project correspondence and records as necessary during the administration of contracts through the use of various computer programs.
• Enters/assist with the preparation of documents to be added to the electronic document management system as required.
• Prepares and issues work documents on contracts as requested.
• Perform interpretation of governing documents related to authorized Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) device usage, installation/placement and materials to ensure safe work zones.
• Reviews work site activities for conformity to safety regulations and takes corrective measures when deficiencies are noted.
• Performs plans reviews for constructability and adherence to Department Standards and specifications.
• Provides comments on Department policies and procedures as requested.
• Performs quarterly surveys of invasive plant species within the Florida Department of Transportation Right of Way with Global Positioning System (GPS).
• Records and electronically store coordinates and other location data in excel spreadsheet format.
• Maintains and updates spreadsheet to include newly discovered, existing and eradicated locations, as well as treatment dates and locations.
• Conducts/attends pre-work conferences on maintenance contracts and attends/conducts meetings with contractors/utility owners/permitees throughout life of projects as assigned.
• Acts as a representative of the Department on all issues related to contracts and permits.
• Issues work documents on contracts as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of performing field inspections of worksites for compliance to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) roadway standards.
• Entering and retrieving information from a computer database.
• Skills in communicating technical information verbally and in writing.
• Understanding and interpreting plans, specifications, design standards and manuals.
• Dealing with internal and external customers in a courteous manner.
• Personal computer (PC) and understanding of databases.
• Organizing records and handling multiple tasks and interruptions.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Work effectively as a team member.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Use word processor software.
• Lift 50 pounds and stoop, climb, squat, push, crawl, and bend.

Other job-related requirements:

• This position requires the incumbent to complete the following self-study courses within 11 months of appointment: Construction Math and Plans Reading.
• Must also obtain the Advanced Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) certification and the Qualified Stormwater Management Inspector certification (Florida Department of Environmental Protection through the Stormwater, Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector Training Program) within one year and maintain it.
• A Valid Class E Driver License is required.
• While on-duty status, may be required to drive a state owned or leased vehicle to perform the duties of this position.
• May be required to work with or around: hazardous materials, work nights and weekends and be available for emergency response work as necessary.

Minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.
• Class E Driver's License.

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 10 paid holidays a year Generous vacation and sick leave Career advancement opportunities Tuition waiver for public college courses A variety of training opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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, provide a letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS, or provide other documentation as proof of an exemption.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.