Transportation Field Inspector, Road & Bridge Tech III

State of South Carolina; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform field inspections and testing on complex road and bridge projects, including concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and drainage tasks.

The role includes daily inspection forms, weekly reports, and supporting the project team with as-built plans and closeout procedures. Occasional travel and overtime may be required; safety and quality are priorities.

Qualifications

• Field inspections and testing on road/bridge projects.
• Reporting using Site Manager and Excel forms.
• Assist with development of co-workers in construction.
• Assist with as-built plans and project closeout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections and field testing on complex road and bridge projects.
• Assist with development of co-workers in all aspects of construction.
• Prepare reports using Site Manager, Microsoft Excel, and other programs.
• Assist project manager with as-built plans and final closeout procedures.
• Inspect traffic and erosion control and coordinate with utilities for relocations.

Skills

Field inspections

Field testing

Report writing

Co-worker development

Traffic/erosion inspection

Grading/alignment verification

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Site Manager

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform field inspections and testing on complex road and bridge projects, including concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and drainage tasks.

The role includes daily inspection forms, weekly reports, and supporting the project team with as-built plans and closeout procedures. Occasional travel and overtime may be required; safety and quality are priorities.