Roadway Inspector - Ocoee, FL

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Jacobs is assisting a subconsultant in candidate development for the Roadway Inspector position.

The Roadway Inspector role involves the inspection of multiple roadway and structure maintenance contracts on the Florida’s Turnpike in the Central Florida area. Duties include but are not limited to the following: prepare and review work orders; assist in the QC reviews and daily work flows related to regional Asset Maintenance Contracts; inspect roadway features as directed by Contract Manger utilizing QC checklist; Assist in reviewing roadway/roadside for short-term and long-term roadway needs; assisting in the preparation of contract packages by providing field measurements and estimating quantities; reviewing construction projects for maintenance needs; performing periodic inspection of roadway components; prepare for and respond to Florida Governor declared emergency needs. Position will require the ability to read and interpret roadway plans and specifications; prepare reports both written and oral and possess good communication skills overall. The candidate must have a background in Civil Engineering, Construction/Maintenance Management/Engineering related and/or construction/maintenance experience, as well as computer experience using normal business software and GIS data collection and management software.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accomplish inspections and monitoring of work activities performed within the state Right of Way.
• Performs approved testing techniques using hand tools, gauges and/or instruments to ensure materials used conform to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) requirements.
• Use various engineering tools, equipment, instruments, and computers for performing technical engineering tasks, problem solving and record keeping.
• Provide field information to Contract Manager and other Department staff as requested. Inspect and monitor contractor maintenance activities.
• Assist the Contract Manger in preparing and review contract maintenance work orders. Review documents for the maintenance activities performed under the various zone contracts.
• Verify that work is performed according to contract specifications as well as all State and Federal specifications, plans, permits, policies, procedures, statues, and rules.
• Conducts inspections of signs, guardrail, attenuators, drainage, and other roadway features, buildings, ITS devices, and other FDOT assets as required by FDOT procedures to verify contract compliance.
• Assist in reviewing the roadway and roadside for short-term and long-term maintenance needs.
• Assist the Contract Manager with monitoring the Asset Maintenance contractor’s performance per contract responsibilities for maintaining/meeting the Florida Department of Transportation (FTE) requirements.
• Gathers data and performs preliminary reviews for maintenance contract needs.
• Assist in the preparation of maintenance contract packages by providing field measurements, estimating quantities and other necessary data.
• Assist in performing semi-final inspection of construction projects.
• Respond to RISC or other major incidents to assist in highway clearance during normal work hours.
• Provides survey of roadway items to be inventoried in GIS.
• Conduct all activities in a prudent and safe manner.
• Be assigned On-Call status for emergency calls from Turnpike Operations Center for up to two months per year, during which assigned time,
• Must respond to a “call to report” at an agreed upon telephone number, and when called, must immediately report to a work location, and assist in returning the roadway to safe operation.
• Provide additional support to Roadway Maintenance for various miscellaneous efforts as directed by management.
• Emergency operations Center (EOC) activations
• Other miscellaneous efforts identified by management

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Here's what you'll need

• High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency
• 12 months of infrastructure design, construction, incident management, or maintenance experience; or an Associate Degree or higher.
• Knowledge of Temporary Traffic Control standards preferred.
• Must obtain the Advanced Temporary Traffic Control (MOT) certification within 12 months of employment.
• Must have valid Florida’s driver's license.
• Ability to perform duties outdoors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products.
• Position will work out of the Turkey Lake Operations Center.

Position is not with Jacobs directly; it is with a subconsultant. Jacobs is assisting with candidate development.

Working Conditions:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

60,320.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

65,520.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $60,320.00 to $65,520.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on June 12, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Ocoee	Florida	United States