Area Materials Coordinator | Oskaloosa

Join Our Team at the Iowa Department of Transportation!

Are you driven by a commitment to quality and precision in construction materials? We're seeking a Area Materials Coordinator/
Materials Fabrication Inspector 1 to help uphold the safety and integrity of Iowa’s transportation infrastructure.

At the Iowa DOT, our mission is clear:
Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To achieve this, we’re looking for someone who embodies our five CORE values:
Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and work alongside a team that values purpose, service, and excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

• Perform quality control and assurance sampling/testing of aggregates and manufactured materials.
• Inspect production facilities for materials such as fly ash, traffic paint, and structural steel within your assigned inspection area.
• Document findings, prepare reports, and carry out technical duties in accordance with established procedures.
• Collaborate with contractors, producers, suppliers, local agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Support winter operations through snow and ice removal duties.

• Knowledge of highway and bridge construction materials is required.
• Familiarity with construction methods is a plus.
• Ability to use or learn computer hardware and software related to inspection activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Aggregate Tech
• PCC Level I
• Soils
• Additional certifications as needed

You’ll work under the general direction of the District Materials Engineer, with opportunities to collaborate across teams and make a direct impact on Iowa’s infrastructure.

Oskaloosa, Iowa

Days, 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary and the position is subject to be on call 24 hours a day during emergencies and/or weather conditions. Some overnight travel may be required.

• A CDL permit upon hire.
• Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date. Entry Level Driver Training is available upon hire through the Iowa DOT. The multi-faceted training will help meet all state and federal regulations.
• A successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query.
• A pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described. Click the video link for a demonstration:
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• A pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in random drug and alcohol testing programs.

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
• Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2025 health and dental insurance premiums can be found 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 variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial)

We encourage you to view 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 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.

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