What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Engineer Technician III (61035837) position at South Carolina Department of Transportation?
Job Responsibilities
Performs duties as a certified inspector and maintains SCDOT/South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) certification in two of the following specialized areas: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician; SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage and Base Inspector; SCDOT Concrete Field Technician; SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1 and /or SCDHEC Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector. Measures, calculates and records quantities of installed contract pay items in the field and enters the information in to Site Manager and / or American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Ware daily work reports for accurate contractor payment(s). Documents daily construction related activities and field measurements on standard inspection forms in electronic format. Submits documentation and reports on a daily basis. Responsible for inspecting daily work performed by contractors on highway and bridge construction projects in various disciplines including but not limited to asphalt and concrete paving, earthwork and base construction, construction of concrete structures, erosion control and prevention. Makes sure all contract pay items to be installed according to the Contract Special Provisions, Plans or Standard Specifications. Notifies the contractor and direct supervisor or the Resident Construction Engineer of any issues that occur on project site and ensures conflicts are resolved in an appropriate manner. Maintains an open line of communication with direct supervisor about the day to day operations on the project. Monitors work zones on assigned projects to ensure traffic control devices are placed according to SCDOT and deficiencies and/or safety issues, and ensures deficiencies are corrected immediately. Enter sampling data into Site Manager / AASHTO Ware and Sample Log and tracks until results are received. Prepares all necessary construction reports, including wage interviews.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and three (3) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Attainment of a Technician Certification in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience.
All work accomplished must be in accordance with the South Carolina Department of Transportation Standard Specifications, contract special provisions, and contract plans. Exposed to inclement weather conditions. Works near heavy equipment and traffic. Works forty (40) hours a week, overtime when needed. Extensive amount of walking, bending, good hearing and vision, and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. May be required to work shift work and overtime during hazardous weather.
Additional Comments
A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.
Non-Discrimination Statement:The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
Performs duties as a certified inspector and maintains SCDOT/South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) certification in two of the following specialized areas: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician; SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage and Base Inspector; SCDOT Concrete Field Technician; SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1 and /or SCDHEC Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector. Measures, calculates and records quantities of installed contract pay items in the field and enters the information in to Site Manager and / or American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Ware daily work reports for accurate contractor payment(s). Documents daily construction related activities and field measurements on standard inspection forms in electronic format. Submits documentation and reports on a daily basis. Responsible for inspecting daily work performed by contractors on highway and bridge construction projects in various disciplines including but not limited to asphalt and concrete paving, earthwork and base construction, construction of concrete structures, erosion control and prevention. Makes sure all contract pay items to be installed according to the Contract Special Provisions, Plans or Standard Specifications. Notifies the contractor and direct supervisor or the Resident Construction Engineer of any issues that occur on project site and ensures conflicts are resolved in an appropriate manner. Maintains an open line of communication with direct supervisor about the day to day operations on the project. Monitors work zones on assigned projects to ensure traffic control devices are placed according to SCDOT and deficiencies and/or safety issues, and ensures deficiencies are corrected immediately. Enter sampling data into Site Manager / AASHTO Ware and Sample Log and tracks until results are received. Prepares all necessary construction reports, including wage interviews.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and three (3) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Attainment of a Technician Certification in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience.
All work accomplished must be in accordance with the South Carolina Department of Transportation Standard Specifications, contract special provisions, and contract plans. Exposed to inclement weather conditions. Works near heavy equipment and traffic. Works forty (40) hours a week, overtime when needed. Extensive amount of walking, bending, good hearing and vision, and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. May be required to work shift work and overtime during hazardous weather.
Additional Comments
A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.
Non-Discrimination Statement:The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
