Field Construction Technician: Highway Inspection & Testing

Sdsoybean; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee assistance program

Dental, Vision and HSA

Free basic life insurance policy

South Dakota Retirement System with a

Paid leave

Sick leave

Paid family leave

Military leave

11 paid holidays

Longevity pay

Semimonthly pay periods

Meal per diems

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Transportation in Watertown, SD is seeking a Construction Technician to perform construction inspection, materials testing, and field oversight of highway projects. This role offers exposure to concrete and asphalt paving, grading, and bridge construction, with opportunities to work both independently and in teams in Northwestern South Dakota.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration, with travel for training and project sites, and a 40-hour workweek

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree in civil engineering technology or related field, or 2 years of transportation construction or surveying experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Certification in materials testing or inspection preferred within first year.
• Ability to lift up to 90 pounds infrequently and perform field inspections.

Responsibilities

• Inspect portland cement concrete paving and test samples.
• Inspect asphalt paving and monitor grading operations.
• Set up and collect survey data and complete records and reports.
• Interact with landowners, contractors, and the traveling public.

Skills

Growth mindset

Vision and creativity

Team-oriented

Action-oriented

Attention to detail

Ethical standards

Education

2-year technical degree or 2 years experience

Job description

South Dakota Department of Transportation in Watertown, SD is seeking a Construction Technician to perform construction inspection, materials testing, and field oversight of highway projects. This role offers exposure to concrete and asphalt paving, grading, and bridge construction, with opportunities to work both independently and in teams in Northwestern South Dakota.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration, with travel for training and project sites, and a 40-hour workweek