Construction Technician

South Dakota AG; Winner (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The South Dakota Department of Transportation in Winner, SD is seeking a Construction Technician to support our mission of Better Lives through Better Transportation. You will perform materials testing, inspections of bridges and culverts, and field surveys while working a 40-hour week with seasonal overtime during construction periods.

Qualifications include relevant certifications or the ability to obtain them within the first year, a valid driver’s license, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Certification in materials testing areas (asphalt, concrete, gravel).
• Certification in inspection areas.
• Valid driver's license.
• Further certifications determined by supervisor as needed.
• Certifications must be maintained for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and sample Portland cement concrete, asphalt, gravel, and soil materials.
• Inspect bridges, box culverts, pipe culverts, and installations.
• Perform field surveys and collect data.
• Inspect temporary traffic controls in and around work zones.
• Complete records and reports.

Skills

Growth mindset

Vision and creativity

Team orientation

Action orientation

Attention to detail

Ethical standards

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job ID: 38037
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Winner, SD
Salary: $22.74 - $23.87, depending on experience
Pay Grade: G
Closing Date: 10/27/2026

This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit https://dot.sd.gov/ .

Introduction

Ready for a rewarding career that provides exciting and meaningful work? Looking for a place that values innovation and teamwork? In need of schedules and benefits that make it possible to both support and enjoy your family?

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has a perfect opportunity for you as a Construction Technician!

Job Description

The South Dakota Department of Transportation Winner Area Office is looking for an eager and capable individual to support our mission to provide “Better Lives through Better Transportation.” By joining our team, you will become part of that larger purpose to maintain and build our state’s transportation system for all South Dakotans and those who travel through our state. The Winner Area Office is looking for a motivated individual to help us fulfill this mission.

The Winner Area oversees over 1100 miles of roads and many bridges including 120 miles of Interstate 90. We have work in a variety of capacities from asphalt paving, concrete paving, bridge construction and much more.

We have opportunities for you to work independently and in a team setting. We will provide training for the work you will do. The Winner Area provides a great team environment, mentoring, and overall purpose with people that care. Work assignments will allow you to work in a variety of environments from the office to the great outdoors. As a team member, you will also be given safety shirts, a jacket, and other related safety items. Also, you will be provided a state vehicle for use on the job.

This position performs technical engineering support and construction trade's related work. Duties may include, but are not limited to, inspecting, testing, and sampling of portland cement concrete material, asphalt concrete material and gravel, and soil material; inspecting bridges, box culverts, and pipe culvert installations; performing field surveys; inspecting temporary traffic control through and around work zones; and completing various records and reports.

This position has a typical 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, mid-November through March; longer hours will generally occur during construction season to be in compliance with Federal Highway requirements. This may include some weekend hours from April through mid-November.

What You Bring To The SDDOT

• Growth mindset
• Vision and creativity
• Team-oriented attitude
• Confident, action-oriented personality
• Attention to detail and a passion for organization
• Commitment to fostering high ethical standards

What The SDDOT Offers

• Health insurance (zero-cost premium plan, low and high deductible plans, and single and family plans
• Well-being program
• Employee assistance program
• Dental, Vision and Health Savings Account
• Free basic life insurance policy
• Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
• Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
• Sick leave (14 days per year)
• Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
• Military leave (15 days per year)
• 11 paid holidays
• Longevity pay
• Semimonthly pay periods
• Eligibility for meal per diems

Duties And Responsibilities

• inspect, test, and sample materials (Portland cement concrete materials, asphalt materials, gravel and soil materials);
• inspect structures (bridges, box culverts, pipe culverts, and installations);
• perform field surveys;
• inspect temporary traffic controls through and around work zones;
• complete various records and reports.

Knowledge Of

• civil engineering techniques (preferred but not required);
• elementary physical, mechanical, and earth science principles (preferred but not required);
• various types of engineering survey equipment (preferred but not required).

Skill To

• operate computers and use Microsoft software;
• use a calculator and accurately perform basic mathematical functions.

Ability To

• display high standards of ethical conduct;
• treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
• work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals;
• display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
• attend to details of assignments and complete work properly, accurately and thoroughly;
• safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance);
• walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time;
• routinely reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Position Requirements

All licenses and certifications are required within the first year of employment. Classes and training for certification requirements are provided through SDDOT.

• certification in one or more materials testing areas (asphalt, concrete, gravel);
• certification in one or more inspection areas;
• a valid driver's license;
• further certifications will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility or needs;
• required certifications must be maintained for continued employment.

Compensation

The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Construction Technician is approximately $67,003.00 annually.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"