Materials Technician

Materials Technician 3

Ready to level up your career and keep your weekends free? The Iowa Department of Transportation is hiring a Materials Technician 3! We're looking for a driven, hands-on individual excited to dive into the world of cement and concrete testing—foundational materials behind Iowa's transportation infrastructure and the critical materials that keep Iowa moving.

If you're seeking strong work/life balance, a consistent schedule, and a role that offers both impact and stability, this could be the perfect fit. This position provides a rewarding and impactful career, so come join us and help build the foundation of Iowa's future.

At the Iowa Department of Transportation, our mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To help carry out this mission, the selected candidate will demonstrate behaviors aligned with our five core values:
Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.

Location:

Construction and Materials Bureau, Ames, Iowa

Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, hours may vary, some overnight travel may be required

Desired abilities:

• Works collaboratively with a diverse group of people.
• Maintains an attitude of determination and dedication.
• Displays high standards of ethical conduct.
• Treats customers and teammates courteously and is responsive to their needs.
• Commits to providing a high-quality product and service.
• Addresses and respectfully listens to others.
• Motivates others towards completing a common goal.

Material Technician 3 Responsibilities:

• Performs various cement and concrete testing in the laboratory.
• Helps the office and District Materials personnel on issues and information related to testing and test results.
• Performs mathematical calculations to ensure compliance with project plans, percent complete, quantity used, and areas measured.
• Helps with maintenance and calibration of test equipment, so they remain in proper operational condition and in compliance with specifications.
• Ensures that testing is completed according to the standards.
• Maintains detailed records of all test procedures.
• Operates computers and applies related software applications.
• Acts as the liaison with Iowa DOT staff, and producers.

Special Requirements:

• Position requires certification for testing materials and operating specialized equipment as required by the Iowa Department of Transportation's Technical Training and Certification Program for Highway Materials and Construction; and/or other certifications as required. More specifically, obtain Iowa DOT Aggregate Technician, and level I PCC certifications.
• A pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.

As a State of Iowa employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
• Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment, and costs can be reviewed here.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
• Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
• Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).

We encourage you to learn more about the State of Iowa Employee Benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website!

You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa – Apply today!

The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo

Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization.

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