Transportation Engineering Technician I (61035531)

State of South Carolina; Bamberg (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid vacation & sick leave

Telecommuting options where available

Job summary

The Bamberg Construction Unit of the South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a construction inspector assistant to support site inspections under limited supervision on projects involving thermoplastic raised pavement markers, guardrails and related markings.

You will keep diaries and field notes, collect material samples, assist certified inspectors, and perform entry of sample information to generate IDs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or approved acceptable equivalence.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in construction inspections under limited supervision on projects such as thermoplastic markers, guardrail, and other pavement markings.
• Keeps diaries and field notes and completes routine forms on the Director of Construction site.
• Assists certified inspectors in obtaining necessary construction samples and entering sample information into AASHTOWare Project to generate sample IDs.
• Gains experience toward becoming a certified inspector in various construction disciplines.
• Performs related administrative duties as directed by supervisor.
• Assists in traffic and erosion control inspections as part of developing inspector certification.

Education

High school diploma or approved equivalence

Job description

Job Responsibilities

(Bamberg Construction Unit) Assists in construction inspections under limited supervision, on the thermoplastic, raised pavement markers, guardrail and other projects. Ensures pavement markings are placed as indicated on project plans and in accordance with temperature restrictions and standard drawings. Keep diaries and field notes and completed routine forms on Director of Construction site. Assists certified inspectors in obtaining necessary construction samples. Duties include obtaining material samples to be tested, entering sample information into AASHTOWare Project to generate sample ID and performing some test under direct supervision. Gains experience in inspection and sampling in different disciplines of construction in preparation to become a certified inspector in those areas. Assist in administrative duties as directed by supervisor. Assist in traffic and erosion control inspections with intentions of becoming certified in these areas. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.

Non Discrimination Statement

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.