What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Engineering Technician II (61033207) position at State of South Carolina?
Job Responsibilities
At Richland Construction B, assists the Resident Construction Engineer (RCE) in inspecting contractor work through all phases of construction to ensure compliance with plans, SCDOT specifications, and applicable requirements, and ensures required inspections are performed accurately and timely. Performs inspections as a certified inspector in at least two of the following SCDOT/ACI/SCDES certifications in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician; SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage and Base Inspector; SCDOT Concrete Field Technician; SCDOT Foundations Technician; SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1; ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I; or SCDES Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector. Inspections include grading, paving, drainage, concrete placement and reinforcing steel, structural foundations, traffic control, and erosion prevention and sediment control, as well as areas not requiring certification such as pavement markings, grassing, and sign installation. Notifies the contractor and RCE of project issues and ensures appropriate resolution, documents inspection activities and field measurements on required SCDOT forms, maintains project records in the SCDOT database, prepares required construction reports including wage interviews, and maintains records through project completion. Assists senior-level technicians with complex inspection duties and performs all work in a safe and productive manner. Properly operates and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment, reports defects, accidents, and injuries to the supervisor, wears required protective clothing and equipment, and monitors contractor and subcontractor activities for compliance with contract health and safety provisions. Takes samples and assists with taking samples and performing various field tests on construction materials including, but not limited to, asphalt, concrete, and soil for compliance with applicable specifications. Assists with ensuring that materials are sampled and tested at the required frequency. Assists with ensuring compliance of work with applicable specifications. Ensures that manufacturer certifications and other required quality control documents are obtained prior to the installation or use of engineered construction materials, products, and devices. Accurately measures, calculates, and records quantities of installed contract pay items in the field and enters information into SCDOT construction software and daily work reports to ensure accurate contractor payment. Monitors work zones on assigned projects to ensure traffic control devices are placed in accordance with SCDOT standards, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), contract documents, and plans; promptly notifies the contractor of traffic control deficiencies or safety concerns and ensures corrective action is taken and notifies the RCE of deficiencies not corrected. Performs duties as a rodman and instrument operator in the survey party, assists in operating survey equipment to establish and verify required line and grade on construction projects, verifies contractor line and grade in compliance with the SCDOT Construction Manual, and assists in preparing final plans and construction estimates.
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. 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.
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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.
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.
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?
How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.
If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
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If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
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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.
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.
At Richland Construction B, assists the Resident Construction Engineer (RCE) in inspecting contractor work through all phases of construction to ensure compliance with plans, SCDOT specifications, and applicable requirements, and ensures required inspections are performed accurately and timely. Performs inspections as a certified inspector in at least two of the following SCDOT/ACI/SCDES certifications in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician; SCDOT Earthwork, Drainage and Base Inspector; SCDOT Concrete Field Technician; SCDOT Foundations Technician; SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1; ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I; or SCDES Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector. Inspections include grading, paving, drainage, concrete placement and reinforcing steel, structural foundations, traffic control, and erosion prevention and sediment control, as well as areas not requiring certification such as pavement markings, grassing, and sign installation. Notifies the contractor and RCE of project issues and ensures appropriate resolution, documents inspection activities and field measurements on required SCDOT forms, maintains project records in the SCDOT database, prepares required construction reports including wage interviews, and maintains records through project completion. Assists senior-level technicians with complex inspection duties and performs all work in a safe and productive manner. Properly operates and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment, reports defects, accidents, and injuries to the supervisor, wears required protective clothing and equipment, and monitors contractor and subcontractor activities for compliance with contract health and safety provisions. Takes samples and assists with taking samples and performing various field tests on construction materials including, but not limited to, asphalt, concrete, and soil for compliance with applicable specifications. Assists with ensuring that materials are sampled and tested at the required frequency. Assists with ensuring compliance of work with applicable specifications. Ensures that manufacturer certifications and other required quality control documents are obtained prior to the installation or use of engineered construction materials, products, and devices. Accurately measures, calculates, and records quantities of installed contract pay items in the field and enters information into SCDOT construction software and daily work reports to ensure accurate contractor payment. Monitors work zones on assigned projects to ensure traffic control devices are placed in accordance with SCDOT standards, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), contract documents, and plans; promptly notifies the contractor of traffic control deficiencies or safety concerns and ensures corrective action is taken and notifies the RCE of deficiencies not corrected. Performs duties as a rodman and instrument operator in the survey party, assists in operating survey equipment to establish and verify required line and grade on construction projects, verifies contractor line and grade in compliance with the SCDOT Construction Manual, and assists in preparing final plans and construction estimates.
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. 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
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
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
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
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
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