Transportation Engineering Technician II (61034616) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH is seeking a field inspector for the South Carolina transportation program. You will perform roadway and bridge inspections, collect material samples, and evaluate traffic control devices to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least one year related experience, plus willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and irregular hours while maintaining detailed project records.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and one (1) year of experience that is related to the area of employment; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists in roadway project inspections, including sampling and testing, and inspects asphalt, concrete, and other surface materials.
• Inspects traffic control devices for compliance, deficiencies, damage, or sight obstruction per state and federal guidelines.
• Assists with surveying, offsets and grades checks for roadwork and bridge projects, and maintains daily logs.
• Maintains project records and prepares monthly construction correspondence as required.
• Performs general office tasks and provides customer service as needed.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Assists in the Inspection 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. Assists in the Inspection 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. Assists Inspector /Surveyor on Roadway and Bridge Projects: Assists in surveying, checking, and verifying all offsets and grades associated with all phases of construction. Assists 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 Sample Logs on assigned projects. Assists in the preparation of monthly construction. Performs General Office Duties: Assists with phones and customer service as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and one (1) year of experience that is related to the area of employment; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

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.

Additional Comments

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.