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Journey Transportation Technician
$35k-46k (estimate)
Full Time | Public Administration
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State of South Dakota is Hiring a Journey Transportation Technician Near Watertown, SD
*** $2,000 Hiring Incentive! ***
Current Department of Transportation Employees do NOT qualify for Hiring IncentiveJob ID: 27691
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Watertown or Brookings
Salary: $21.66 - $25.78 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GG
Closing Date: 08/03/2024
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information about the Department of Transportation, please visit http://dot.sd.gov .
The South Dakota Department of Transportation Watertown Area Office is looking for an eager and capable individual to support our mission to provide "Better Lives through Better Transportation." By joining our team, you will become part of that larger purpose to maintain and build our state's transportation system for all South Dakotans and those who travel through our state. The Watertown Area Office is looking for a motivated individual to help us fulfill this mission.
We have opportunities for you to work independently and in a team setting. We will provide training for the work you will do. The Watertown Area provides a great team environment, mentoring, and overall purpose with the people that care. Work assignments will allow you to work in a variety of environments from the office to the great outdoors. As a team member, you will also be given safety shirts, a jacket, and other related safety items and equipment. Also, you will be provided a state vehicle for use on the job.
This position performs technical engineering support and construction trade's related work. Duties may include, but are not limited to, inspecting portland cement concrete paving; collecting and testing portland cement concrete samples; inspecting and observing portland cement concrete plant inspections; collecting and testing samples for asphalt plant quality control/quality assurance; inspecting asphalt paving; monitoring grading operations; collecting and testing aggregate and soil samples; inspecting pipe materials and installation; inspecting erosion and sediment control; inspecting structures and materials; setting up and collecting survey data; inspecting temporary traffic control through and around work zones; and completing various records and reports.
A valid driver's license is required.
A typical 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, can be expected; although, hours may vary during construction activity including weekends.
Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions and around highway traffic.
What We Offer To You Beyond The Paycheck
Licenses And CertificationsCertification in one or more materials testing areas and/or one or more inspection areas is required within the first year of employment. Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation.
The Ideal Candidate Will HaveA 2-year technical degree in civil engineering technology, engineering/architectural drafting, or a vocational technical degree in a related field, a 4-year Construction Management degree, and/or 2-years experience in transportation related construction or surveying.
Knowledge Of
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
Current Department of Transportation Employees do NOT qualify for Hiring IncentiveJob ID: 27691
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Watertown or Brookings
Salary: $21.66 - $25.78 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GG
Closing Date: 08/03/2024
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information about the Department of Transportation, please visit http://dot.sd.gov .
The South Dakota Department of Transportation Watertown Area Office is looking for an eager and capable individual to support our mission to provide "Better Lives through Better Transportation." By joining our team, you will become part of that larger purpose to maintain and build our state's transportation system for all South Dakotans and those who travel through our state. The Watertown Area Office is looking for a motivated individual to help us fulfill this mission.
We have opportunities for you to work independently and in a team setting. We will provide training for the work you will do. The Watertown Area provides a great team environment, mentoring, and overall purpose with the people that care. Work assignments will allow you to work in a variety of environments from the office to the great outdoors. As a team member, you will also be given safety shirts, a jacket, and other related safety items and equipment. Also, you will be provided a state vehicle for use on the job.
This position performs technical engineering support and construction trade's related work. Duties may include, but are not limited to, inspecting portland cement concrete paving; collecting and testing portland cement concrete samples; inspecting and observing portland cement concrete plant inspections; collecting and testing samples for asphalt plant quality control/quality assurance; inspecting asphalt paving; monitoring grading operations; collecting and testing aggregate and soil samples; inspecting pipe materials and installation; inspecting erosion and sediment control; inspecting structures and materials; setting up and collecting survey data; inspecting temporary traffic control through and around work zones; and completing various records and reports.
A valid driver's license is required.
A typical 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, can be expected; although, hours may vary during construction activity including weekends.
Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions and around highway traffic.
What We Offer To You Beyond The Paycheck
- Hiring Incentive
- Health Insurance (Low & High Deductible Single and Family Plans)
- Well-Being Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employee)
- Membership in South Dakota Retirement System
- Leave:
- Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
- Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
- Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption of a child)
- Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Semimonthly Pay Periods
- Eligibility for Meal Per Diems
- Paid Overtime (if applicable)
Licenses And CertificationsCertification in one or more materials testing areas and/or one or more inspection areas is required within the first year of employment. Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation.
The Ideal Candidate Will HaveA 2-year technical degree in civil engineering technology, engineering/architectural drafting, or a vocational technical degree in a related field, a 4-year Construction Management degree, and/or 2-years experience in transportation related construction or surveying.
Knowledge Of
- civil engineering techniques (preferred but not required);
- various types of engineering survey equipment (preferred but not required).
- operate computers and use Microsoft software;
- use a calculator and accurately perform basic mathematical functions.
- display high standards of ethical conduct;
- demonstrate self-confidence and take action when needed;
- treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
- remain focused in stressful situations and keep emotions under control at all times;
- treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
- exercise sound judgment when making decision and take prompt, decisive action;
- display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
- work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals;
- display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
- set priorities, schedule activities, acquire resources, and monitor progress to ensure the successful completion of projects and assignments;
- work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals;
- actively seek, collect, and evaluate information to learn more about issues or events;
- actively identify development needs, take advantage of development opportunities, and apply newly learned knowledge and skills on the job.
- safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance);
- walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time;
- routinely reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
SALARY
$35k-46k (estimate)
POST DATE
07/29/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
08/05/2024
WEBSITE
sd.gov
HEADQUARTERS
PIERRE, SD
SIZE
7,500 - 15,000
TYPE
Private
CEO
KRISTI L NOEM
REVENUE
$3B - $5B
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
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