Roadway/Bridge Construction

Minnesota Department of Transportation; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is seeking a qualified candidate to conduct quality assurance tests on bituminous and concrete materials. This role involves performing various construction materials acceptance tests and ensuring contractor compliance with project specifications. A valid Class D driver’s license is required, along with the ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License.

Candidates with a two-year degree in Civil or Construction Technology or relevant experience in construction/engineering are encouraged to apply. Key certifications must be obtained by the time of hire. This position requires attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Must possess Aggregate Production Tester Certification (APTC).
• Obtain Concrete Field Tester Certification (CFTC) or equivalent by time of hire.
• Must have a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with no Air Brake Restriction.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction materials acceptance tests.
• Ensure contractor compliance with specifications.
• Measure and document pay items for work done.

Skills

Materials testing

Contract administration

Construction site inspection

Interpretation of plans

Education

Two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree

Degree in Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Overview

This position obtains representative samples of bituminous, concrete, aggregate, grading and base materials and performs appropriate tests to ensure quality assurance. Other duties include:

• Performs the construction materials acceptance tests (such as gradations, density, air, beam, cylinder and slump) in the field as required to ensure quality of materials.
• Reads and interprets plans and specifications to ensure contractor compliance.
• Checks the dimensions and tolerances of constructed roadway features to ensure conformance to plans and specifications.
• Measures, computes and documents pay items to ensure proper payment for work done under the contract.
• Performs and implements inspection processes so that test failures are corrected.
• Assists the Plant Monitor to ensure materials meet specifications and requirements.
• Performs snow and ice duties such as maintaining roadways and preparing winter equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• A valid Class D driver’s license or an equivalent license from another state and obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no Air Brake Restriction and Tanker Endorsement within six (6) months of initial placement into the position and maintain as a condition of employment.
• A combination of one year of experience in any of the following areas: contract administration (road and/or bridge construction), bridge maintenance, bridge safety inspection, design, hydraulics, materials, soils, permits, planning, pre-design, right of way, road surface/roadside maintenance, snow/ice, surveys, and/or traffic engineering. Credit will also be awarded for professional residential or commercial building construction, OR
• Education: A two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience.

Must possess Aggregate Production Tester Certification (APTC) AND one of the following by the time of hire:

• Concrete Field Tester Certification (CFTC)
• Concrete Plant Tester Certification (CPTC)
• Bituminous Plant Tester Certification (BPTC)
• Grading & Base Tester Certification (GBTC)
• Bituminous Street Inspector Certification (BSIC)

Apply Online

• APPLY ONLINE BY 8/24/2026:
• Go to www.mn.gov/careers
• Click “Search open positions”
• Enter the Job Opening ID “92455” in the Keywords search box and click “>>>”
• Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
• Click “Apply for Job”
• When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: social media – LinkedIn – job slot.

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.