Transportation Field Inspector III – Pavement & Safety

State of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform inspection duties across pavement markings, guardrail, and surveying, ensuring compliance with contracts, plans, standards, and specifications in a dynamic construction environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring work zones, maintaining logs and reports, coordinating with utilities, and ensuring sampling and documentation meet departmental specifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2 years of engineering technician experience, or equivalent.
• Ability to perform physical requirements including lifting up to 50 lbs and outdoor work.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection duties on pavement markings, guardrail, encroachment permits, and surveying.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, plans, standards, and specifications.
• Maintain reports and logs and coordinate with utilities for relocations.
• Monitor work zones to ensure traffic control devices meet standards.
• Notify contractors of deficiencies and safety issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform inspection duties across pavement markings, guardrail, and surveying, ensuring compliance with contracts, plans, standards, and specifications in a dynamic construction environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring work zones, maintaining logs and reports, coordinating with utilities, and ensuring sampling and documentation meet departmental specifications.