Transportation Engineering Technician II (61033123)

Posting number: 191376

Department: Department of Transportation-District 5

Job classification: Transportation Engineering Technician II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Maintenance, Construction Maintenance, Construction Trades

Summary

Reviews, inspects, and processes encroachment permit applications in accordance with established department policies and procedures.  Maintains complete and accurate permit records and files.

Inspects work performed by governmental agencies, contractors, utility companies, and property owners within the Department's right-of-way to ensure compliance with approved permits, Department specifications, and applicable policies.

Conducts routine roadway inspections to identify maintenance needs and roadway deficiencies, including low or high shoulders, pavement markings, signs, potholes, drainage issues, ditches, and other defects.

Prepares and maintains accurate field diaries, inspection records, and daily work reports in accordance with SCDOT policies and documentation requirements.

Assists with emergency response and inclement weather operations as needed.  Duties may require extended work hours, overnight assignments, weekends, holidays, and/or 12-hour shifts.

Examples of duties

A high school diploma and one (1) year of experience that is related to the area of employment or an approved acceptable equivalence.

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 be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Supplemental information

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. 
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. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.