Transportation Engineering Technician II (61036181)

State of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a field inspection professional to perform certified inspections on state road and bridge projects. You will ensure contractor compliance with plans and standards, assist with construction inspections, and prepare routine reports and payment quantities.

Candidates must have a high school diploma with at least one year of related experience or an approved equivalence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Performs certified inspection work in at least two SCDOT disciplines, ensuring contractor compliance with plans, standards and specifications.
• Assists with inspection of road and bridge construction and compiles quantities for payment.
• Obtains and processes construction samples, performs field checks and tests, and interprets plans and specs.
• Prepares routine project reports and forms in a timely manner and performs related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs certified inspection work in at least two SCDOT disciplines, ensuring contractor compliance with applicable plans, standards, specifications, etc. Assists with inspection of all aspects of road and bridge construction. Prepares all routine project reports and forms in a timely manner as needed. Compiles quantities for payment. Obtains and processes construction samples and performs field checks and tests, as needed. Makes routine interpretation of plans and specifications. 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.

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.