Salary: $44,720.00 - $53,664.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 164299
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 1
Opening Date: 04/26/2024
Closing Date: 5/6/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD16
Position Number:: 61033254
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 4
Hiring Range - Min.: $44,720.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $53,664.00
Opening Date: 04/26/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: ***You MUST demonstrate in the education and/or work experience sections of the application that you at least meet the minimum qualifications noted for the position. *** Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, 1400 Shop Road, Columbia, SC, 29201. Phone: 803-737-6660.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities

At Lexington Construction B, performs duties as a certified inspector and maintains SCDOT/ACI (American Concrete Institute)/SCDHEC (SC Department of Health and Environmental Control) certification in ONE of the specialized areas below:

• 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
  
• SCDHEC Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector.

Thoroughly documents daily construction related activities and field measurements on standard inspection forms in both hardcopy and electronic format. Monitors work zones on assigned projects as a certified Work Zone Level 2 inspector to ensure traffic control devices are placed according to SCDOT and MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) standards and according to contract documents and plans. Notifies the contractor promptly of traffic control deficiencies and/or safety issues, and ensures deficiencies are corrected immediately. Notifies the Resident Construction Engineer (RCE) of any areas of concern not corrected by the contractor. Performs inspection duties on construction projects in areas in which inspector certification is not required. Areas include but are not limited to pavement markings and grassing. Accurately measures, calculates and records quantities of installed contract pay items in the field and enters the information into electronic daily work reports for accurate contractor payment. Takes samples and performs various field tests of construction materials for compliance with applicable specifications. Ensures that materials are sampled and tested at required frequency and manufacturer certifications are obtained prior to the installation or use of engineered construction materials, products, and devices. Enters sampling data into respective electronic program and Sample Log and tracks until results are received. Prepares all necessary construction reports to including wage interviews. Maintains construction records until completion of each assigned project. Notifies the contractor and direct supervisor or RCE of any issues that occur on project site and ensures conflicts are resolved in an appropriate manner. Performs duties in survey party as rod man and instrument operator. Assists in the use of and operates survey equipment used to establish and check the required line and grade on construction projects. Verifies contractor line and grade in compliance with the SCDOT Construction Manual. Assists in the preparation of final plans and construction estimates. Assists the RCE and the maintenance department with the measurement of estimated quantities of pay items required on upcoming highway resurfacing and pavement preservation projects. Assists certified construction inspectors with 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.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and one (1) year of experience that is related to the area of employment, or an approved acceptable equivalence.
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
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01

Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

03

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
04

What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
• None

05

How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

• Job/Career Fair
• Referred by current SCDOT employee
• SCDOT presentation
• Sign or billboard
• Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
• Facebook or Twitter post
• Internship
• Newspaper Ad
• Radio Ad
• Television Ad
• Trade Journal
• Referred from Vocational Rehab
• Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
• Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
• Other

06

If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
07

If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
08

I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

• Yes
• No

09

My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question