Transportation Engineering Technician III

Job Responsibilities

Performs duties as a certified inspector in at least four specialized areas using relevant SCDOT, ACI, and SCDES certifications. Certifications can include: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician, SCDOT Earthwork & Drainage Inspector, SCDOT Concrete Field Technician, SCDOT Foundations Technician, SCDOT Pavement Preservation Level 1, ACI Concrete Field Technician - Grade 1, and SCDHEC Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector. Acts as lead inspector to ensure all required tests are performed and all samples are obtained.

Ensures all daily work reports and inspection forms are accurate and no more than 7 days behind. Performs Wage Interviews, traffic control inspections, and erosion control inspections. Reviews and enters sample and material certification information into Project Wise and AASHTOWare in a timely manner. Reviews contracts, plans, standard drawings, and all specifications to ensure contractors are meeting requirements. Operates all survey equipment to verify contractor's work.

Observes drilled shaft and pile installations to obtain or maintain SCDOT Foundations Certification. Meets with general public, contractors, property owners, and utility companies. Assists in the preparation of final plans and monthly construction estimates. Notifies the contractor, ARCE, or RCE of any issues that occur on the project site and ensures conflicts are resolved in an appropriate and timely manner.

Accurately measures, calculates, and records quantities of installed contract pay items in the field and enters the information into AASHTOWare for accurate contractor payment. Performs other related duties as assigned.

A high school diploma and two (2) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Attainment of a Technician Certification in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience.

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 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.