Transportation Engineering Technician IV (61034814)

State of South Carolina; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an engineering technician to oversee grading, drainage, and pavement placement, and to supervise staff handling engineering administrative duties. The role ensures plans, pay estimates, and compliance with SCDOT guidelines and traffic control plans.

Responsibilities include cost estimation, material testing oversight, utility coordination, and day-to-day project operations communication with ARCE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 4.5 years of engineering technician related experience or approved equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grading and shaping, placement of drainage structures, asphalt, concrete curb and gutter, reinforcing steel and base material.
• Perform and supervise staff in administrative functions related to engineering, correspondence, and personnel matters.
• Ensure final plans and monthly pay estimates are completed and submitted in accordance with approved SCDOT guidelines.
• Evaluate subordinates and prepare performance appraisals.
• Prepare cost estimates for new projects.
• Monitor and test construction materials and maintain daily reports.
• Coordinate with utility companies regarding utility agreements, construction conflicts, and conflict resolution.
• Notify contractor and ARCE or RCE of project site issues and ensure conflicts are resolved.
• Maintain communication with ARCE regarding day-to-day project operations.
• Ensure traffic control plans are followed and contract pay items are installed per provisions.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Assists the ARCE in overseeing grading and shaping, placement of drainage structures, asphalt, concrete curb and gutter, reinforcing steel and base material, subgrade testing, and material compaction. Performs and supervises staff in administrative functions related to engineering, correspondence, and personnel matters. Ensures final plans and monthly pay estimates are completed and submitted in accordance with approved SCDOT guidelines. Evaluates subordinates and prepares performance appraisals. Prepares cost estimates for new projects. Ensures inspectors maintain current daily work reports and project checklists. Monitors and performs job control sampling and testing of construction materials. Ensures required samples and certifications are obtained and materials conform to applicable specifications. Monitors traffic control on assigned projects to ensure the approved traffic control plan is followed accurately. Ensures contract pay items are installed in accordance with Contract Special Provisions, Plans, and Standard Specifications. Notifies the contractor and ARCE or RCE of project site issues and ensures conflicts are appropriately resolved. Maintains communication with the ARCE regarding day-to-day project operations. Assists employees with proper inspection and surveying techniques on assigned construction projects. Coordinates with utility companies regarding utility agreements, construction conflicts, and conflict resolution. Prepares utility agreements and final bills for utility work performed on projects.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and four and one-half (4.5) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. 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.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate based on 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.

01

Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes


• No

02

Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes


• No

03

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.

04

What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)


• Class B (CDL)


• SC Class C


• SC Class D


• Other State Driver's License


• None

05

How did you become aware of the job?

• SC Dept. of Employment & Workforce


• Job Fair


• Internal Posting


• Media


• SC ETV Web Site


• State Jobs Web Site


• Other Web Site


• SC Broadcaster's Association


• SC ETV Endowment


• Other

06

If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

07

If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?

08

I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

• Yes


• No

09

My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

• Yes


• No


• Required Question