Transportation Engineering Technician IV (61034814)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

State-of-South-Carolina's Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician to support grading, drainage, paving, curb and gutter placements, and material testing on transportation projects. Responsibilities include supervising staff in administrative tasks, ensuring plans and pay estimates follow SCDOT guidelines, and coordinating with utilities.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 4.5 years of relevant experience, plus a valid driver's license.

Formación

• High school diploma required.
• 4.5 years of progressively responsible engineering technician experience or equivalent.
• Must hold a current valid Driver's License.

Responsabilidades

• Assist ARCE in overseeing grading, shaping, and placement of drainage structures, asphalt, concrete curb and gutter, reinforcing steel and base material.
• Monitor and supervise staff in administrative functions related to engineering, correspondence, and personnel matters.
• Ensure final plans and monthly pay estimates are completed and submitted per SCDOT guidelines.
• Maintain project documentation such as daily work reports and checklists; coordinate utility agreements and conflict resolution.
• Assist with inspection and surveying techniques on construction projects and ensure compliance with specs and plans.

Conocimientos

Inspection techniques

Surveying techniques

Administrative functions

Educación

High school diploma

Descripción del empleo

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.

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.

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 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.