Transportation Engineering Technician III (61034124)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina seeks a Lead Inspector for Roadway and Bridge Projects. You will conduct inspections, sampling, and testing on roadway materials, including asphalt and concrete structures, and oversee traffic control device inspections to ensure safety and compliance with codes.

This role requires a high school diploma and two years of engineering technician related experience; occasional travel and physical duties may apply.

Qualifications

• Lead inspector responsibilities across roadway and bridge projects.
• Ability to perform sampling and testing per specs.
• Maintain project records and daily reports.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead inspection on roadway and bridge projects.
• Inspect asphalt, concrete, curb, gutter, and sidewalks.
• Review logs and daily reports for accuracy.
• Coordinate with contractors and department staff.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Skills

Inspection

Material Sampling

Testing

Traffic control inspection

Surveying

Education

High school diploma

Two years related experience

Job description

Acts as Lead 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 Lead 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 Lead 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 Lead 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 estimates. Performs General Office Duties. Assists with phones and customer service for internal and external customers. Performs other related duties as assigned.

A high school diploma and two (2) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; 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.

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.