Transportation Engineering Technician II

At Kershaw Maintenance, assists the Engineer Technician III in receiving and processing applications for residential driveways installation by the Department. Assists Engineer Technician III in receiving and processing applications for encroachment and utility use permits. Operates a vehicle to review and conduct periodic field inspections on work being performed under encroachment permit ensuring that work is being performed in accordance to SCDOT regulations.

Permit requests should include all activities to be performed on DOT right-of-ways by private citizens or contractors. Maintains active contact with utility concerns and independent contractors while operating in the county. Maintains HMMS permit database for tracking and maintains a hard copy of all permits issued. Forwards permits to ARME for approval. Makes recommendations on all other permits to the ARME.

Investigates all reports of illegal encroachments on the department’s right-of-way. Completes checklist for residential driveways per review and field inspections of site. Investigates and processes damage claims received in Kershaw County. This involves investigation as soon as possible and documenting all information that is relative to the incident. Makes recommendations to ARME regarding the department's responsibility in the claim. Assists Engineer III with verifying field quantities for pay estimates.

Works as required or as necessary during hazardous weather or other emergencies to ensure the safety of the motoring public.

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. A valid motor vehicle license is required.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.

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.

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.

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.

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

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.