Transportation Engineering Technician II (61034131)

Job Responsibilities

Acts as Inspector on Roadway Projects. Independently performs Inspection, Material Sampling, and Testing.

Inspects the placement of asphalt and other surface materials on the roadway. Inspects the placement of concrete curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm drain, and other concrete roadway structures. Performs inspection of Traffic Control devices (signs, signals, and pavement markings) for compliance, deficiencies, damage, or possible sight obstruction using state and federal guidelines.

Performs Inspection of miscellaneous roadway items. Performs all required Traffic Control and Erosion Control inspections. Assists with determining and resolving utility conflicts.

Acts as Inspector on Bridge Projects. Independently performs Inspection, Material Sampling, and Testing.

Inspects the placement of concrete for all cast in place bridge elements, as well as other concrete roadway structures.

Assists in the inspection of the installation of driven piles, drilled piles, and drilled shaft foundations. Inspects the placement of embankment material, stone bases, and storm drain for bridge approaches and realignments. Performs Inspection of Traffic Control devices (signs, signals, and pavement markings) for compliance, deficiencies, damage, or possible sight obstruction using state and federal guidelines.

Performs inspection of miscellaneous bridge and structural items. Performs all required Traffic Control and Erosion Control inspections. Assists with determining and resolving utility conflicts.

Acts as Inspector /Surveyor on Roadway and Bridge Projects. Assists in surveying, checking, and verifying all offsets and grades associated with all phases of construction. Acts as Inspector /Liaison on Roadway and Bridge Projects.

Performs EEO and wage regulation interviews. Responsible for a portion of project correspondence with the Department and contractor personnel. Maintains Project Records.

Inputs/reviews all Daily Work Reports on assigned projects. Maintains project records in accordance with Department and office policies. Verifies the accuracy of the Certification and Sample Logs on assigned projects.

Assists in the preparation of monthly construction estimates. Performs General Office Duties.

Assists with phones and customer service as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and one (1) year of experience that is related to the area of employment. Relevant experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Additional Comments

A RESUME MAY BE INCLUDED BUT NOT SUBSTITUTED FOR COMPLETING THE ENTIRE APPLICATION. RESUMES ARE NOT REVIEWED TO DETERMINE IF AN APPLICANT MEETS REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS ARE CONSIDERED PART OF THE APPLICATION AND MUST BE COMPLETED.

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.