Transportation Engineering Technician III (61033923)

State of South Carolina; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible work Sched

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a certified inspector to perform field inspections across highway and bridge projects, maintaining multiple certifications and ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. The role involves data entry in AASHTOWare and daily reporting of field activities.

Candidates should hold a high school diploma, have two years of related experience, and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma and two years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience.
• Attainment of a Technician Certification may substitute for six months of related experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as a certified inspector and maintain SCDOT/SCDHEC certifications in specified areas.
• Measure, record, and enter quantities into AASHTOWare; prepare daily work reports for contractor payments.
• Document daily construction activities and field measurements; submit reports daily.
• Inspect contractor work on highway and bridge projects across multiple disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and provisions; notify supervisors of issues and coordinate resolutions.
• Monitor work zones and traffic control devices per SCDOT specifications; address safety deficiencies.
• Enter sampling data into AASHTOWare and Sample Log; track samples until results are received.
• Prepare required construction reports, including wage interviews.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

AASHTOWare

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs duties as a certified inspector and maintains SCDOT/SCDHEC certification in two of the following specialized areas: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician; SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage and Base Inspector; SCDOT Concrete Field Technician; SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1; and/or SCDHEC Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector. Measures, calculates, and records quantities of installed contract pay items in the field and enters information into AASHTOWare as daily work reports to ensure accurate contractor payments. Documents daily construction activities and field measurements on standard electronic inspection forms and submits required documentation and reports daily. Inspects daily work performed by contractors on highway and bridge construction projects in various disciplines, including asphalt and concrete paving, earthwork and base construction, concrete structures, and erosion prevention and control. Ensures contract pay items are installed in accordance with Contract Special Provisions, Plans, and Standard Specifications. Notifies the contractor and direct supervisor or RCE of project site issues and ensures conflicts are appropriately resolved. Maintains communication with the direct supervisor regarding day-to-day project operations. Monitors work zones on assigned projects to ensure traffic control devices are placed in accordance with SCDOT specifications. Ensures deficiencies and safety issues are corrected immediately. Enters sampling data into AASHTOWare and the Sample Log and tracks samples until results are received. Prepares required construction reports, including wage interviews.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and two (2) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Attainment of a Technician Certification in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience. A current valid driver'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.

Additional Comments

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.

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.