Transportation Engineering Technician I (61035531)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bamberg Construction Unit of the South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Construction Inspector Assistant to support project inspections and sampling on pavement markers, guardrails, and related work. You will maintain diaries, collect material samples, enter data into AASHTOWare Project, and assist certified inspectors under supervision.

The role may require travel and outdoor work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform outdoors in varying weather.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Must follow project plans and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in construction inspections under limited supervision on projects.
• Keep diaries and field notes and complete routine forms.
• Assist certified inspectors in obtaining material samples and entering data into AASHTOWare Project.
• Perform some tests under direct supervision.
• Assist in administrative duties and in traffic and erosion control inspections.

Skills

Construction inspections

Field notes

Administrative tasks

Traffic inspections

Sample collection

Education

High school diploma

Tools

AASHTOWare Project

Inspections software

Job description

(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.

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

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.