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Construction Technician Series - Columbia Project Office

State of Missouri
Columbia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 11/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/7/2025
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: Columbia Project Office: 4201 Paris Rd, Columbia, MO 65202

Why You’ll Love This Position

The construction technician provides semi-skilled technical or paraprofessional support in connection with the construction of engineering projects. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

What You'll Do

  • Performs basic construction tests such as air, slump, moisture, compaction, aggregate gradation, and density; reports results to supervisor.
  • Performs measurements, computations, or other work in preparing final plans, change orders, and contractor payment estimates.
  • Assists in inspection of bituminous and portland cement concrete plants and/or grading, base, bituminous or concrete paving.
  • Maintains records and prepares reports pertaining to inspections; keeps supervisor informed of activities or unusual conditions; ensures projects meet department standards.
  • Enters and records information regarding construction projects into computer programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.
  • OSHA 10-Hour Certification required within 90 days.
  • Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical-physical examination.

Special Working Conditions:

  • Job requires moderate physical activity.
  • Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
  • Basic math skills, consistent with high school level algebra, will be necessary to perform many of this title’s duties.
  • Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

More Reasons To Love This Position

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.

If You Have Questions About This Position, Please Contact

Central District Human Resources

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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