Transportation Engineering Technician III (61034564)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a certified inspector to perform road and bridge inspections on projects at Richland Construction A and similar sites. The role requires holding at least four specific inspector certifications and performing field tests on asphalt, concrete, and soil to ensure compliance with specifications.

Responsibilities include documenting daily activities, monitoring work zones, and assisting in survey tasks and strip map maintenance planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 2 years of related engineering technician experience or equivalent.
• Technician certification per SCDOT policy may substitute for portions of experience.
• Candidate must hold multiple inspector certifications listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect road and bridge projects as a certified inspector in multiple disciplines.
• Document daily activities and field measurements on inspection forms.
• Sample and test materials (asphalt, concrete, soil) for spec compliance.
• Monitor work zones as a Level 2 Work Zone inspector and assist with surveys.
• Assist in preparing strip map maintenance projects and CBES entries.
• Support training and development of construction inspectors.

Skills

SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician

SCDOT Earthwork

SCDOT Concrete Field Technician

SCDHEC Erosion Prevention

SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1

SCDOT Foundations Technician

Certification in at least four areas

Education

High school diploma + 2 years related experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities

At Richland Construction A, performs various inspection duties on road and bridge construction projects as a certified inspector in at least four of the following SCDOT/ACI/SCDHEC certifications: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician, SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage & Base Inspector, SCDOT Concrete Field Technician, SCDOT Foundations Technician, SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1 (Asphalt Seal, Micro/Slurry Seal, Concrete Pavement), ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I, and/or SCDHEC Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector. Performs inspection duties on construction projects in areas in which inspector certification is not required. Areas include but are not limited to pavement markings, grassing, sign installation, etc. Thoroughly documents daily construction related activities and field measurements on standard inspection forms and field diaries. Samples and performs various field tests on construction materials including but not limited to asphalt, concrete, and soil for compliance with applicable specifications. Monitors work zones on assigned projects as a certified Level 2 Work Zone inspector. Perform survey duties with the use of survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, and test equipment to establish and maintain the required construction line and grade. Assists the RCE and the maintenance department in developing strip map maintenance projects for letting as construction contracts. Performs Strip Map estimates for CBES (Contract Bidding Estimate System) entries. Assists in the training and development of construction inspectors.

Job Responsibilities

At Richland Construction A, performs various inspection duties on road and bridge construction projects as a certified inspector in at least four of the following SCDOT/ACI/SCDHEC certifications: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician, SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage & Base Inspector, SCDOT Concrete Field Technician, SCDOT Foundations Technician, SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1 (Asphalt Seal, Micro/Slurry Seal, Concrete Pavement), ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I, and/or SCDHEC Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector. Performs inspection duties on construction projects in areas in which inspector certification is not required. Areas include but are not limited to pavement markings, grassing, sign installation, etc. Thoroughly documents daily construction related activities and field measurements on standard inspection forms and field diaries. Samples and performs various field tests on construction materials including but not limited to asphalt, concrete, and soil for compliance with applicable specifications. Monitors work zones on assigned projects as a certified Level 2 Work Zone inspector. Perform survey duties with the use of survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, and test equipment to establish and maintain the required construction line and grade. Assists the RCE and the maintenance department in developing strip map maintenance projects for letting as construction contracts. Performs Strip Map estimates for CBES (Contract Bidding Estimate System) entries. Assists in the training and development of construction inspectors.

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 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.

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.

Additional Comments

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

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.