Construction Technician Series - Clinton

State of Missouri; Clinton (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Clinton Project Office in Clinton, MO is seeking a construction technician to provide semi-skilled technical support on engineering projects under moderate supervision.

You will perform basic construction tests (air, slump, moisture, density), assist in planning, inspect paving materials, maintain records, enter data into computer systems, and report findings to your supervisor.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic construction tests such as air, slump, moisture, compaction, aggregate gradation, and density; report results to supervisor.
• Perform measurements, computations, or other work in preparing final plans, change orders, and contractor payment estimates.
• Assist in inspection of bituminous and Portland cement concrete plants and/or grading, base, bituminous or concrete paving.
• Maintain records and prepare reports pertaining to inspections; keep supervisor informed of activities or unusual conditions; ensure projects meet department standards.
• Enter and record information regarding construction projects into computer programs.

Skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

OSHA 10-Hour Certification

Job description

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:

Clinton Project Office (1057 E. Gaines Drive, Clinton, MO 64735)

If selected for further consideration, you will be contacted to schedule an interview for Monday, September 21, 2026.

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.

• Perform basic construction tests such as air, slump, moisture, compaction, aggregate gradation, and density; report results to supervisor.
• Perform measurements, computations, or other work in preparing final plans, change orders, and contractor payment estimates.
• Assist in inspection of bituminous and portland cement concrete plants and/or grading, base, bituminous or concrete paving.
• Maintain records and prepare reports pertaining to inspections; keep supervisor informed of activities or unusual conditions; ensure projects meet department standards.
• Enter and record information regarding construction projects into computer programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator.

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 upon modeling these values. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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