OMAT-Inspection Services TRP050 Transportation Spec 1 (PG K) General Inspector 1

STATE PROFILE SUMMARY: Under supervision, provides entry level professional support in one or more of the following areas: materials, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying, environmental and traffic.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as a principal consultant to material suppliers, District laboratories and contractor's representatives for testing and materials related matters in assigned area. Monitors and inspects material supplier facilities for compliance with specifications and QPL approval process. Trouble-shoots materials and testing problems and make recommendations. Monitors quality control programs of material suppliers and producers and evaluates quality control technicians. Reviews material test results for compliance with specifications and consistency. Prepares and submits monthly inspection reports and supplier audits. Prepares written failing material reports and correspondence to Branch Chief, Area Engineers and others recommending actions to be taken. Assist in training and certifying supplier quality control testing technicians and DOT testing personnel in material sampling and testing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The selected candidate must meet the advertised minimum qualifications to include State Entry Qualifications as well as Agency Specific Qualifications.

STATE ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Bachelor's degree in a related field OR

·         Associate's degree in a related field OR

·         One year of experience at position equivalent.

AGENCY SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

·         One year of experience in sampling, testing and inspecting of roadway and/or bridge construction materials.

·         Must possess a valid Georgia Driver's License.

·         Experience recording test data, label samples and/or prepare reports pertaining to sampling and testing.  

·         Experience reading and comprehending standard testing manuals, appropriate charts, graphs and construction plans.  

·         Experience composing and preparing specifications, technical reports, and general correspondence.

·         Experience performing technical services related to construction materials, production, and placement processes.

·         Requires traveling to various supplier facilities including out of State locations for inspection.

·         Working level knowledge using computers, computer applications and/or other technology to analyze and communicate laboratory testing information.  

·         Commitment to providing quality customer service.

AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

·         Possesses a NDE Level 1 or 2 certification

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL GDOT JOBS

The interview is just one part of the overall selection process and is not the only criteria used to make the final selection.  In addition to the interview, the final selection is based on the applicant’s work history and performance (documented in HR and/or Office files), PeopleSoft/employee status (i.e. rehire code), employee performance reviews, personnel file review (HR & Office Files), criminal background check, employment reference checks (including references and commendations from Managers and other relevant documentation) and, for supervisory positions, demonstrated leadership skills based on past and current work history will be considered.

Good Employment Standing:

In accordance with the Interview and Selection Process (ISP), an applicant must have no active disciplinary actions to be in good employment standing.  Actions that may disqualify an applicant include letters of reprimand (active for 12 months after issuance date); suspension without pay or disciplinary demotion (active for 12 months from the effective date); Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) and Leave Restriction Plans (active until 12 months after the date of conclusion).  In addition, an employee must have an overall ePerformance rating score of three (3) or higher on their most current evaluation.  Please note that Memorandums of Concern are not considered disqualifying factors.  Human Resources may remove any employee from consideration for selection who is pending a disciplinary action; however, if the action is resolved in the employee’s favor, he or she will be allowed to compete.

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.

THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION.

THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE.

PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR

CONSIDERATION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.

UPON PROMOTION, THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL RECEIVE 10% or THE GDOT JOB SPECIFIC MINIMUM SALARY, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

GDOT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary : $50,000