Transportation Engineering Technician IV

Assists the ARCE in overseeing grading and shaping, placement of drainage structures, asphalt, concrete curb and gutter, reinforcing steel and base material, subgrade testing, and material compaction. Performs and supervises staff in administrative functions related to engineering, correspondence, and personnel matters. Ensures final plans and monthly pay estimates are completed and submitted in accordance with approved SCDOT guidelines. Evaluates subordinates and prepares performance appraisals.

Prepares cost estimates for new projects. Ensures inspectors maintain current daily work reports and project checklists. Monitors and performs job control sampling and testing of construction materials. Ensures required samples and certifications are obtained and materials conform to applicable specifications. Monitors traffic control on assigned projects to ensure the approved traffic control plan is followed accurately. Ensures contract pay items are installed in accordance with Contract Special Provisions, Plans, and Standard Specifications.

Notifies the contractor and ARCE or RCE of project site issues and ensures conflicts are appropriately resolved. Maintains communication with the ARCE regarding day-to-day project operations. Assists employees with proper inspection and surveying techniques on assigned construction projects. Coordinates with utility companies regarding utility agreements, construction conflicts, and conflict resolution. Prepares utility agreements and final bills for utility work performed on projects.

A high school diploma and four and one-half (4.5) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A current valid Driver's License is required.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves frequent bending, kneeling, stooping and lifting up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May require occasional exposure to noise. May require working outside of normal work schedules and weekends.

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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…