Transportation Engineering Technician II (61035443)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a detail‑oriented professional to assist with planning, organizing and coordinating the Encroachment Permit program in Georgetown County. You will review and investigate permit applications, ensure compliance with ARMS, MUTCD and related policies, and communicate deficiencies to applicants.

Periodic inspections will verify permit adherence and safety requirements. Candidate must have a high school diploma and one year of related experience or an approved

Qualifications

• High school diploma and one year of related experience, or an acceptable equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing and coordinating the Encroachment Permit program.
• Review, investigate and make recommendations for approval of encroachment permit applications.
• Verify/Review encroachment permits for compliance with ARMS manual, MUTCD and related policies; communicate deficiencies to applicants.
• Perform periodic inspections of encroachment projects to ensure permit compliance and policy adherence.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations; may be required to work extended hours or 12‑hour shifts.

Skills

Planning

Organization

Coordination

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Assists with planning, organizing and coordinating the Encroachment Permit program in Georgetown County. Reviews, investigates and makes recommendations involving approval of all encroachment permit applications.

Verifies/reviews encroachment permits for compliance with the ARMS manual, MUTCD, Policy for Accommodating Utilities, and Traffic control plans, and communicates directly with applicant for deficiencies.

Performs periodic inspections of encroachment projects for construction and upon completion to ensure compliance with permit requirements and policy specifications.

Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

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.

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.