What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Engineering Technician III (61034564) position at South Carolina Department of Transportation?
Job Responsibilities
At Richland Construction A, performs various inspection duties on road and bridge construction projects as a certified inspector in at least FOUR of the following SCDOT/ACI/SCDHEC certifications: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician, SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage & Base Inspector, SCDOT Concrete Field Technician, SCDOT Foundations Technician, SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1 (Asphalt Seal, Micro/Slurry Seal, Concrete Pavement), ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I, and/or SCDHEC Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector. Performs inspection duties on construction projects in areas in which inspector certification is not required. Areas include but are not limited to pavement markings, grassing, sign installation, etc. Thoroughly documents daily construction related activities and field measurements on standard inspection forms and field diaries. Samples and performs various field tests on construction materials including but not limited to asphalt, concrete, and soil for compliance with applicable specifications. Monitors work zones on assigned projects as a certified Level 2 Work Zone inspector. Perform survey duties with the use of survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, and test equipment to establish and maintain the required construction line and grade. Assists the RCE and the maintenance department in developing strip map maintenance projects for letting as construction contracts. Performs Strip Map estimates for CBES (Contract Bidding Estimate System) entries. Assists in the training and development of construction inspectors.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and two (2) 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. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.
Additional Comments
May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
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.
At Richland Construction A, performs various inspection duties on road and bridge construction projects as a certified inspector in at least FOUR of the following SCDOT/ACI/SCDHEC certifications: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician, SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage & Base Inspector, SCDOT Concrete Field Technician, SCDOT Foundations Technician, SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1 (Asphalt Seal, Micro/Slurry Seal, Concrete Pavement), ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I, and/or SCDHEC Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector. Performs inspection duties on construction projects in areas in which inspector certification is not required. Areas include but are not limited to pavement markings, grassing, sign installation, etc. Thoroughly documents daily construction related activities and field measurements on standard inspection forms and field diaries. Samples and performs various field tests on construction materials including but not limited to asphalt, concrete, and soil for compliance with applicable specifications. Monitors work zones on assigned projects as a certified Level 2 Work Zone inspector. Perform survey duties with the use of survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, and test equipment to establish and maintain the required construction line and grade. Assists the RCE and the maintenance department in developing strip map maintenance projects for letting as construction contracts. Performs Strip Map estimates for CBES (Contract Bidding Estimate System) entries. Assists in the training and development of construction inspectors.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and two (2) 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. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.
Additional Comments
May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
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.
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