Florida Department of Transportation to Host Transportation Industry Hiring Event in Jacksonville

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – On Wednesday, April 8, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host its third Road to Your Future Transportation Industry Hiring Event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Adam W. Herbert University Center at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville at 12000 Alumni Drive.

This free event offers job seekers the chance to connect directly with FDOT and leading industry partners. Participants will have the opportunity to be considered for various positions, including some that may involve on-the-spot interviews and hiring.

“Road to Your Future turns interest into action,” said Greg Evans, FDOT District Two secretary. “By connecting job seekers with FDOT and industry partners, this event creates a direct pathway to careers that offer stability, growth, and the opportunity to contribute to Florida’s evolving transportation network, especially in Jacksonville.”

Available positions include heavy equipment operators, CDL drivers, apprenticeships, general laborers, and FDOT internship roles for engineering, transportation, and support track areas. Many opportunities offer on-the-job training and pathways for career advancement within the transportation construction industry.

Launched in 2024, Road to Your Future is a groundbreaking FDOT initiative designed to recruit talent for Florida’s growing transportation sector. These transportation industry hiring events are hosted throughout the state and have been strategically designed to strengthen Florida’s transportation workforce to ensure the continuous delivery of a safe and efficient transportation system. Thanks to the strong support from Governor DeSantis and the Florida Legislature to enhance Florida's transportation infrastructure, FDOT remains committed to cultivating a robust workforce through these Road to Your Future hiring events and ongoing workforce development efforts to further drive advancement and economic growth within the communities it serves.

The Statewide Workforce Development Program, instituted and operated by FDOT since late 2019, is the culmination of key initiatives that provide a pathway to opportunities for experienced and entry-level workers alike in any field, allowing them to build successful careers in Florida’s transportation industry.

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