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TRANSPORTATION CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN 4

Job Location:

Address: 200 North Colcord, Suite C
Payson, AZ 85541

Posting Details:

Salary: $57,315.96 - $67,315.96 

Grade: 20

Closing Date: April 24, 2025

Job Summary:

Serves as a lead technician, under the general supervision of a Resident Engineer or project supervisor, monitoring and evaluating contract compliance in regard to ADOT standard specifications, standard drawings and project specific special provisions and plans, as well as Federal Highway Administration', Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and US Department of Labor Regulations and laws. Assists the project supervisor in the review of construction submittals and documentation. Assists project supervisor in scheduling, monitoring and mentoring inspection staff. Serves as a primary contact for contractors, consultants and ADOT employees on minor construction projects or segments of major construction projects.
Performs a variety of highly technical activities related to inspection on highway construction projects, hot mix plants and concrete plants. Inspects and documents the most complex contract items such as structures and concrete or asphalt pavement; performs related duties as necessary due to staffing requirements. May function as lead inspector on construction projects. Performs technical material sampling and testing. Assists with winter events including any or all the followings; working at the district office front desk during snow storm emergencies; working dispatch to communicate roadway conditions and incidents to appropriate departments; or assisting in road block/traffic control during inclement weather or emergency conditions.

Job Duties:

Inspect construction activities and contract items to ensure compliance with ADOT standards specifications, standard drawings and project specific special provision and plans, as well as applicable Federal laws, rules and policies and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality requirements. Use a State vehicle in the course of these duties.

Prepares field documentation and verifies field calculations for input to the PEN and fast systems.

Review technical problems and develop procedures, and recommendations for resolution of issues related to assignment.

Performs complex analysis and calculations. Review laboratory tests, materials spread rates, quantities and other contract related documents.

Consult with contractors and other agency personnel to resolve construction related issues. Escalates issues as necessary.

Stays current on all required certifications and training classes. Provides coaching and guidance to other employees. Reviews work of lower level inspectors within the area of assignment. Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

KNOWLEDGE

• Extensive knowledge in methods, procedures, and techniques used in highway construction project inspection, materials testing and documentation.
• Environmental best management practices
• Federal, State and agency standards, policies and procedures.
• Approved record keeping and documentation procedures.
• Materials and equipment used for highway construction and materials testing.

SKILLS

• Intermediate to advanced mathematics.
• Analysis and preparation of data.
• Use of computer software to document and analyze date.
• Time management.
• Oral and written communication.
• Interpersonal relations as applied in difficult situations.
• Google programs and products.

ABILITY

• Safely drive a full size pickup truck on and off road.
• Work outdoors for an extended time; exposure to heat, cold, dust and noise, near high speed traffic.
• Manage time to ensure that duties are complete and in an acceptable and timely manner.
• Ability to maintain positive communication under difficult situations.
• Demonstrate expertise regarding contract requirement, policies and