State Of South Dakota Huron , SD 57399
Posted 2 months ago
Current Department of Transportation Employees do NOT qualify for Hiring Incentive
Job ID: 26588
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Huron
Salary: $ 21.04 - $25.05 per hour/ depending on experience
Pay Grade: GG
Closing Date: 04/09/2024
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit https://dot.sd.gov/.
This position performs technical engineering support and construction trade's related work. Duties may include, but are not limited to, inspecting portland cement concrete paving; collecting and testing portland cement concrete samples; inspecting and observing portland cement concrete plant inspections; collecting and testing samples for asphalt plant quality control/quality assurance; inspecting asphalt paving; monitoring grading operations; collecting and testing aggregate and soil samples; inspecting pipe materials and installation; inspecting erosion and sediment control; inspecting structures and materials; setting up and collecting survey data; inspecting temporary traffic control through and around work zones; and completing various records and reports.
A valid driver's license is required.
A typical workweek is 40 hours, Monday through Friday; although, hours may vary during construction activity, including weekends.
Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions and around highway traffic.
What we offer to you beyond the paycheck:
Hiring Incentive
Health Insurance (Low & High Deductible Single and Family Plans)
Well-Being Program
Employee Assistance Program
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employee)
Membership in South Dakota Retirement System
Leave:
Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption of a child)
Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
11 Paid Holidays
Longevity Pay
Semimonthly Pay Periods
Eligibility for Meal Per Diems
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Overtime (if applicable)
The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Journey Transportation Technician is approximately $62,913.00 annually.
Licenses and Certifications:
Certification in one or more materials testing areas and/or one or more inspection areas is required within the first year of employment. Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
The preferred candidate will have highway construction experience or highway construction testing/inspecting experience.
A technical degree in civil engineering technology, engineering/architectural drafting, and/or experience in transportation related construction or surveying is also preferred.
Knowledge of:
Skill to:
Ability to:
Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: https://youtu.be/WdCQix5wB8A.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=PAH
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
State Of South Dakota