Transportation Engineering Technician II (61032627)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an Inspector to conduct roadway and bridge project inspections, sampling, and testing to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines. You will inspect asphalt, concrete, curb, gutter, sidewalks, storm drainage, and traffic control devices; maintain project records and daily logs; and assist in resolving utility conflicts.

A high school diploma and one year of related experience are required; a valid driver’s license is mandatory;

Qualifications

• High school diploma and at least one year of related experience.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• Physical demands include frequent bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs, and exposure to traffic and outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect roadway materials sampling and testing.
• Inspect placement of asphalt, concrete curb and gutter, sidewalk, and other roadway structures.
• Inspect traffic control devices for compliance, deficiencies, damage, or sight obstruction.
• Assist with determining and resolving utility conflicts.
• Assist in surveying and verifying offsets and grades for construction phases.
• Maintain project records and daily work reports; prepare monthly construction estimates.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acts as Inspector on roadway projects. Independently performs inspection, material sampling, and testing. Inspects the placement of asphalt and other surface materials on the roadway. Inspects the placement of concrete curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm drain, and other concrete roadway structures. Performs inspection of traffic control devices (signs, signals, and pavement markings) for compliance, deficiencies, damage, or possible sight obstruction using state and federal guidelines. Performs inspection of miscellaneous roadway items. Performs all required traffic control and erosion control inspections. Assists with determining and resolving utility conflicts. Acts as Inspector on bridge projects. Independently performs inspection, material sampling, and testing. Inspects the placement of concrete for all cast in place bridge elements, as well as other concrete roadway structures. Assists in the inspection of the installation of driven piles, drilled piles, and drilled shaft foundations. Inspects the placement of embankment material, stone bases, and storm drain for bridge approaches and realignments. Performs inspection of traffic control devices (signs, signals, and pavement markings) for compliance, deficiencies, damage, or possible sight obstruction using state and federal guidelines. Performs inspection of miscellaneous bridge and structural items. Performs all required traffic control and erosion control inspections. Assists with determining and resolving utility conflicts. Acts as Inspector/Surveyor on Roadway and Bridge Projects. Assists in surveying, checking, and verifying all offsets and grades associated with all phases of construction. Acts as inspector/liaison on roadway and bridge projects. Performs EEO and wage regulation interviews. Responsible for a portion of project correspondence with the Department and contractor personnel. Maintains Project Records. Inputs/reviews all daily work reports on assigned projects. Maintains project records in accordance with Department and office policies. Verifies the accuracy of the certification and ample logs on assigned projects. Assists in the preparation of monthly construction estimates. Performs general office duties: Assists with phones and customer service as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.

A high school diploma and one (1) year of experience that is related to the area of employment; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions involves frequent bending, kneeling, stooping and lifting up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May require occasional exposure to noise. May require working outside of normal work schedules and weekends.

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.