22/ET1-4/19968/5.9.24-NLM
Section 22 – Materials Testing

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx About this position:
 
This position is located in the Materials and Testing Section whose mission is to administer the Department's Materials Quality Assurance Program. An integral part of the Materials Quality Assurance Program is the testing and evaluation of asphalt, concrete, soil, aggregate, steel, adhesives, cement, paint, and other related products in order to utilize adequate and cost-effective products in the statewide construction of concrete roads and bridges.
 
This position requires the employee be proficient in the tests methods used to evaluate materials for the implementation of the Unit's Testing Program. This proficiency is achieved and maintained by performing the applicable test procedures on a regularly scheduled basis and being formally evaluated.
 
The employee must be capable of reviewing sample ID information to determine the appropriate testing requirements. This is accomplished by working closely with the Engineers and Engineering Technicians.
 
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTO policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.
This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.
This position is in a Career Progression Group and is being posted at the following levels: Engineering Technician 1 – Engineering Technician 4. The maximum salary for the Engineering Technician 4 is $68,682. Please refer to the ‘Job Specifications’ tab located at the top of the LA Careers ‘Current Job Opportunities’ page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
 

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
 
Please include detailed work experience, especially any experience related to engineering, as well as education and certifications on your application. It is recommended that you attached copies of transcripts and certifications.
For further information about this vacancy contact:Reed Preston, Jr., PE
Chemical Testing and Evaluation
LaDOTD Materials Lab
5080 Florida Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
225-248-4147
"The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type." MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
 
SUBSTITUTIONS:
Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance will substitute for the high school diploma or GED.
 Function of Work:
To participate in on-the-job training to learn basic, routine sub professional engineering tasks, as defined in the Examples Of Work Section.
Level of Work:
Entry.
Supervision Received:
Close from an Engineering Technician 5, 6, 7, a professional engineer or manager of the agency served.
Supervision Exercised:
None.
Location of Work:
May be used by all state agencies.
Job Distinctions:
Differs from higher level engineering technicians by the focus on learning basic methods, techniques and procedures and by the presence of detailed instructions and close supervision.This position is located in the Materials and Testing Section whose mission is to administer the Department's Materials Quality Assurance Program. An integral part of the Materials Quality Assurance Program is the testing and evaluation of asphalt, concrete, soil, aggregate, steel, adhesives, cement, paint, and other related products in order to utilize adequate and cost-effective products in the statewide construction of concrete roads and bridges.
 
This position requires the employee be proficient in the tests methods used to evaluate materials for the implementation of the Unit's Testing Program. This proficiency is achieved and maintained by performing the applicable test procedures on a regularly scheduled basis and being formally evaluated.
 
The employee must be capable of reviewing sample ID information to determine the appropriate testing requirements. This is accomplished by working closely with the Engineers and Engineering Technicians.
 
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTO policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.
 
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

55% Performs initial source approval testing and project Quality Assurance (QA) testing on Asphalt, Concrete, Soils, Aggregates, Steel, Adhesives, Paint, Thermoplastic, and Cementitious Materials in accordance with the Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads & Bridges, DOTD Testing Procedures (TRs), applicable AASHTO/ASTM Test Methods and Qualification Procedures. All acceptance, verification and source approval testing is conducted under the guidance and direction of the Engineer and lead Engineering Technician.
 
I0% Performs calculations, records, checks, organizes, and enters test data into the required software application. Performs maintenance on testing equipment (basic calibrations, verifications, adjustments, and repairs) when necessary.
 
10% Responsible for maintaining and keeping the sample log up to date, logging samples on a daily basis and performing acceptance and verification testing on all samples.
 
10% Tests proficiency samples from the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL) and the Collaborative Testing Programs for Cement and Pozzolan on a semi-annual basis. Must correctly demonstrate testing procedures to AASHTO resource and CCRL inspectors during the accreditation inspection. The AASHTO proficiency samples tested in conjunction with the I8 months accreditation inspection form a significant part of maintaining the DOTD Materials and Testing Section's status as an AASHTO Accredited laboratory.
 
10% Assists in maintaining the proper calibration of all testing equipment according to ASTM, AASHTO, and Department standards. Performs proficiency testing through the Collaborative Testing Program as required to verify instrument performance. Performs testing within area of expertise on samples to fulfill contract requirements to the AASHTO Product Evaluation & Audit Solutions. Assists the supervisor and/or testing engineer as needed with AASHTO Product Evaluation & Audit Solutions duties. Requests or obtains additional materials, supplies and/or equipment as needed to ensure efficient operation.
 
5% May be required to pe1form other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/support activities and laboratory housekeeping.