Transportation Engineering Technician IV (61036298)

Acts as a Project Inspector on multiple construction projects for Aiken Construction. Monitors assigned projects and ensures compliance with plans and specifications for both state and federal projects. Studies and accurately interprets plans, contract documents, strip maps, specifications, special provisions, standard drawings, permits, right-of-way documents, permissions documents, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) documents, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) requirements, etc. to ensure projects adhere to federal, state, Department, and project requirements. Accurately and efficiently prepares, completes, logs, and records all required forms, reports, checklists, and spreadsheets associated with the work inspected. Conducts sampling and field testing on projects per requirements. Acquires and submits material samples and certifications to the Office of Materials and Research (OMR) for testing and review. Reviews sampling and testing requirements to ensure adequate samples and certifications have been obtained and logs are updated and properly recorded to represent the materials used during construction per SCDOT requirements. Reviews the Qualified Products List (QPL) to ensure correct materials are being utilized on site. Coordinates with Quality Assurance (QA) team and District Asphalt Manager (DAM) for any additional testing required.

Plans and performs inspections of all activities in all phases of various highway and bridge construction projects per Department requirements. Performs routine inspections and reporting including, but not limited to, work zone traffic control, erosion control and environmental, concrete, earthwork and bases, asphalt, pavement preservation, foundations and structures, wage regulation, Commercially Useful Function (CUF), Stage Type, etc. as needed.

Maintains and enters notes, calculations, stationing, quantities, and other pertinent information into SCDOT systems (AWP, ProjectWise, etc.). Accurately prepares daily diaries, weekly and monthly reports in a timely manner, and enters them into SCDOT systems. Coordinates with RCE and ARCE and revises reports and diaries as needed. Accurately records field changes and project As-built plans. Surveys sites for project quality control verification, including operation of various surveying instruments.

Investigates public complaints, requests, and damage claims. Communicates and meets with citizens, Contractors, Subcontractors, utilities, local officials, etc. on projects. Addresses complaints in a thorough and timely manner. Coordinates with Contractors and Subcontractors on planned work. Reports deficiencies to Contractors and coordinates corrections in a timely manner. Communicates with ARCE and RCE on change order items that may be needed ahead of planned work. Provides assistance in 12-hour shifts on weekdays, weekends, and holidays during inclement weather/emergency conditions. Regularly submits time sheets and mileage reports accurately and in a timely manner. Performs other related duties as assigned. 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 valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.

Non Discrimination Statement: 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.