Transportation Engineering Technician IV - District Independent Assurance Inspector (61036935)

Job Responsibilities

• Schedules and conducts Independent Assurance (IA) sampling and testing of aggregates, concrete, component materials, embankment, subgrade, subbase and base materials used on federal-aid, state, and local projects, as appropriate, in areas of the state as determined by OMR's Independent Assurance Manager.
• Observes project inspectors obtaining samples and instructs them on proper sampling and testing procedures as necessary.
• Maintains required records and files for all assigned work and projects.
• Schedules and conducts IA sampling and testing of asphalt plant mix, asphalt liquid binder, and asphalt roadway density of materials to be used on federal-aid, state, and local projects in assigned areas of the state.
• Verifies District Asphalt Manager (DAM) personnel annually.
• Aids the District Materials Engineer (DME) with oversight of the everyday operations of the laboratory.
• Acts as the DME in their absence.
• Performs laboratory testing as needed.
• Enters IA and other appropriate information into AASHTOWare and ProjectWise as required.
• Assists with training and instruction of SCDOT Technician Certification courses as needed.
• Assists OMR's IA Manager and local Resident Engineers with investigation of sampling, testing, and material issues as well as with other tasks associated with the IA program.
• Conducts IA sampling and testing of aggregate and concrete "at prestressed concrete" facilities in assigned areas of the state as well as neighboring states when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and four and one-half (4.5) 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.
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Physical Demands

• Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Walking for extended periods.
• Treading rough terrain.
• Working in close proximity to motoring traffic.
• Working outside of normal work schedules and weekends.

Additional Comments

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.