Field Transportation Inspector Technician III

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a certified inspector to perform road and bridge inspections on projects at Richland Construction A and similar sites. The role requires holding at least four specific inspector certifications and performing field tests on asphalt, concrete, and soil to ensure compliance with specifications.

Responsibilities include documenting daily activities, monitoring work zones, and assisting in survey tasks and strip map maintenance planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 2 years of related engineering technician experience or equivalent.
• Technician certification per SCDOT policy may substitute for portions of experience.
• Candidate must hold multiple inspector certifications listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect road and bridge projects as a certified inspector in multiple disciplines.
• Document daily activities and field measurements on inspection forms.
• Sample and test materials (asphalt, concrete, soil) for spec compliance.
• Monitor work zones as a Level 2 Work Zone inspector and assist with surveys.
• Assist in preparing strip map maintenance projects and CBES entries.
• Support training and development of construction inspectors.

Skills

SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician

SCDOT Earthwork

SCDOT Concrete Field Technician

SCDHEC Erosion Prevention

SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1

SCDOT Foundations Technician

Certification in at least four areas

Education

High school diploma + 2 years related experience

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a certified inspector to perform road and bridge inspections on projects at Richland Construction A and similar sites. The role requires holding at least four specific inspector certifications and performing field tests on asphalt, concrete, and soil to ensure compliance with specifications.

Responsibilities include documenting daily activities, monitoring work zones, and assisting in survey tasks and strip map maintenance planning.