Construction Technician - Poplar Bluff

State of Missouri; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid leave & holidays

Health insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) in Poplar Bluff, MO is seeking a Construction Technician at entry, intermediate, or senior level depending on experience. The role provides semi-skilled technical support for engineering projects under moderate supervision.

Responsibilities include performing basic construction tests, assisting in inspections, maintaining records, and preparing reports; the position offers career ladder advancement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification within 90 days.
• Successful completion of a work simulation and a medical-physical examination.
• Moderate physical activity and exposure to hazards as part of duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic construction tests such as air, slump, moisture, compaction, aggregate gradation, and density; reports results to supervisor.
• Performs measurements, computations, or other work in preparing final plans, change orders, and contractor payment estimates.
• Assists in inspection of bituminous and Portland cement concrete plants and/or grading, base, bituminous or concrete paving.
• Maintains records and prepares reports pertaining to inspections; keeps supervisor informed of activities or unusual conditions; ensures projects meet department standards.
• Enters and records information regarding construction projects into computer programs.

Skills

Construction tests

Reporting

Measurements

Inspection assistance

Record keeping

Computer data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

Job description

Application Deadline: 10/11/2026

This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the Intermediate starting salary of $44,729.52, and a Senior starting salary of $48,621.60. Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Poplar Bluff, MO

Why You’ll Love This Position

The construction technician provides semi-skilled technical or paraprofessional support in connection with the construction of engineering projects. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. If you are hired as an entry-level Construction Technician, this opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Performs basic construction tests such as air, slump, moisture, compaction, aggregate gradation, and density; reports results to supervisor.
• Performs measurements, computations, or other work in preparing final plans, change orders, and contractor payment estimates.
• Assists in inspection of bituminous and portland cement concrete plants and/or grading, base, bituminous or concrete paving.
• Maintains records and prepares reports pertaining to inspections; keeps supervisor informed of activities or unusual conditions; ensures projects meet department standards.
• Enters and records information regarding construction projects into computer programs.
• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification required within 90 days.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical-physical examination.

Special Working Conditions

• Job requires moderate physical activity.
• Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• Basic math skills, consistent with high school level algebra, will be necessary to perform many of this title’s duties.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a pension plan, paid leave and holidays, health insurance coverage and educational assistance. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends on modeling these values.

Deadline to apply for this position is at 11:55 p.m. the night of closing.

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