Materials Technician 4 (HMA Field Tech)

Materials Technician 4 (HMA Field Tech)

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Materials Technician 4 (HMA Field Tech)

Salary

51,750.40 - $78,624.00 Annually

Location

Cedar Rapids - 52404 - Linn County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-02473

Agency

645 Iowa Department of Transportation

Opening Date

02 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date

3 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

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Point of Contact

Danielle Alvarez - danielle.alvarez@iowadot.us

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Job Description

This position serves as theHMA (Hot Mix Asphalt) Materials Technician in the Iowa Department of Transportation's District 6 Materials Office and is responsible for supporting the District Materials Engineer. This position supports materials-related oversight of Iowa DOT highway and bridge projects within a 12-county area in east central Iowa. While in this role, you will help the District 6 Materials Office with theinspection, sampling, and testing of project materials, running the district materials testing laboratory, monitoring production from highway material sources, overseeing material documentation-related portions of project audits, and providing technical consultation.

Once in this position, you will live and promote our MissionMaking Lives Better Through Transportation and Core Values of Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception through your everyday actions and behaviors. Beyond that, the best candidate for this role will be able to contribute the following skills and attributes at an exceptional level :

Works collaboratively with diverse group of people

Maintains an attitude of determination and dedication

Displays high standards of ethical conduct

Treats customers courteously and is responsive to their needs

Commits to providing a high-quality product and service

Addresses and listens to others in respectful manner

Motivates others towards completing a common goal

Location : District 6 Materials Lab, located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Shift : 7 : 45 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary. Occasional overnight travel.

As a HMA Materials Technician, your day-to-day responsibilities will include :

Performing materials monitoring responsibilities at Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) plants including checking aggregate stockpiles, aggregate storage bins, method of loading of HMA on transport trucks, and monitoring contractor Quality Management Asphalt (QMA) technicians in performance of their duties

Receiving HMA mix design information from contractors and evaluating mixes for compliance

Calibrating portable and permanent HMA plants and tracking Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) and Recycled Asphalt Shingles (RAS) inventories

Serving as a technical consultant for contractors, producers, city, county, consultant, and technical staffs for poduction and quality issues that arise with HMA production relating to materials usage and specifications

Serving as an assistant to the District Materials Engineer in accordance with set procedures, policies, and standards, inlcuding such duties as reviewing quality control plans, instructing employees about tasks, answering questions, and interperting procedures

Performing materials audits on completed projects in District 6 jurisdiction for state, county, city, and institutional highway construction projects

Assisting with miscellaneous duties : profilometer testing, plant calibrations, special investigations activities, quality control and production of manufactured materials

What we offer YOU :

Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance.

Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2025 health and dental insurance premiums can be found here () .

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.

Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match

Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.

Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).

We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website () !

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The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA / EEO) Officer at : aa-eeo@iowadot.us

Reasonable accommodation includes an interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification :

• Five years of full-time work experience in the sampling and testing of materials, and / or inspection of :

a. Highway construction and maintenance projects; and / or

b. Bridge construction and maintenance projects.

a. Three years of full-time work experience (as described in number one); and

b. A total of two years of education and / or full-time experience (as described in part a), where 30 thirty semester hours or equivalent of college, university or technical school course work with an emphasis in engineering, metallurgy, geology, or chemistry equals one year of full-time experience.

a. Three years of full-time work experience (as described in number one); and

b. An Associate of Applied Science degree, a certificate, or equivalent in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited community college.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in chemical, civil, construction, environmental, materials, mechanics, structural or transportation engineering or in engineering management and one-year experience as described in number one above.

Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Materials Technician 3 or Highway Technician Senior.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. ()

Additional Qualification Requirements

Designated positions in this class require possession of a valid Commercial Learner’s Permit upon hire. Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with the required endorsements and applicable restrictions must be obtained and subsequently maintained to continue employment.

If a CDL is not required, designated positions are required to have and maintain a minimum of a valid Class C Non-Commercial Operator’s License.

In conjunction with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (parts 40 and 382), designated positions in this job class require a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer’s random drug and alcohol testing program and will be subject to the regulations regarding the Federal drug and alcohol program.

Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.

Positions require certification for testing materials and operating specialized equipment as required by the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Technical Training and Certification Program for Highway Materials and Construction; and / or other certifications as required.

Employees must be able to travel and may be required to stay away from home overnight during assignments.

Employees in designated positions must be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours

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Our Robust Benefits Package Includes :

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Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.

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Health and Wellness :

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning :

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS () .

Paid Time Off :

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development :

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion :

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

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Do you have five years of full-time experience in the sampling and testing of materials, and / or inspection of : a. Highway construction and maintenance projects; and / or b. Bridge construction and maintenance projects

Do you have three years of full-time work experience in the sampling and testing of materials, and / or inspection of : a. Highway construction and maintenance projects; and / or b. Bridge construction and maintenance projects. IF YES - Do you have a total of 2 years of of education and / or ADDITIONAL full-time experience (as described above), where 30 thirty semester hours or equivalent of college, university or technical school course work with an emphasis in engineering, metallurgy, geology, or chemistry equals one year of full-time experience.

Yes - I have the 3 three years of required experience and an additional 2 years of experience and / or education

I do not have the 3 three years of required experience and an additional 2 years of experience and / or education

Do you have three years of experience in the sampling and testing of materials, and / or inspection of : a. Highway construction and maintenance projects; and / or b. Bridge construction and maintenance projects. IF YES - Do you have an Associate of Applied Science degree, a certificate, or equivalent in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited community college?

Yes - I have the experience and degree / certificate or equivalent

No - I do not have the experience and degree / certificate or equivalent

Have you graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in chemical, civil, construction, environmental, materials, mechanics, structural or transportation engineering or in engineering management? IF YES - Do you have one year of full-time work experience in the sampling and testing of materials, and / or inspection of : a. Highway construction and maintenance projects; and / or b. Bridge construction and maintenance projects.

Yes - I have the degree and required one year of experience

No - I do not have the degree and / or one year of required experience

Are you a current permanent State of Iowa employee? IF YES - Do you have current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Materials Technician 3 or Highway Technician Senior?

I have current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Materials Technician 3 or Highway Technician Senior

I am a State of Iowa employee but do not have current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Materials Technician 3 or Highway Technician Senior

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