Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Central Laboratory, 1617 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO

This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the intermediate starting salary of $68,374.32, and a senior starting salary of $73,844.16.

Why you’ll love this position:

The geotechnical specialist plans and executes geotechnical and possible environmental investigations for structures. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Provides technical support for the drilling crews conducting geotechnical investigations for structures and roadways; develops and executes a drilling plan for geotechnical investigations.
• Collects and prepares soil samples for testing in the central laboratory; performs field soil and rock tests on samples retrieved.
• Plans and prepares for drilling activities such as requesting traffic control for traffic lane access, confirming the clearing of underground utilities, and confirming property owner's permission to access property.
• Collects, evaluates, organizes, and edits field and laboratory test results for geotechnical reports of highway structures or environmental investigations.
• Writes reports and makes recommendations after completing investigations; may assist in the review and analysis of the test data.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical emphasis), Geological Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum.
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification required within 90 days.
• Successful completion of a range of motion examination and a medical-physical examination.

Special Working Conditions:

• Job will require regular, statewide, overnight travel.
• Job requires heavy physical exertion and effort.
• Job requires exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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