South Carolina Department of Transportation · 22 hours ago
Transportation Engineering Technician IV - Asphalt Verification Lab Supervisor (61034406)
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineering Technician IV to perform complex testing related to asphalt mixtures. The role includes coordinating sampling, supervising contracted employees, and maintaining laboratory accreditation records.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Performs complex testing related to asphalt mixtures in the Office of Materials and Research Asphalt Verification Laboratory in West Columbia
Includes testing for binder content, bulk specific gravity, maximum specific gravity, air voids, VMA and gradations
Coordinates sampling of asphalt with District Asphalt Managers, Office of Materials and Research senior field inspectors, and other department personnel
When applicable, supervises contracted CE&I employees performing sampling and testing for the lab
Performs statistical analysis of data collected from SCDOT projects and test results obtained from Asphalt Verification Lab testing
Maintains records for accreditation of the lab in accordance with AASHTO R-18 and SCDOT test procedures
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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
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
Company
South Carolina Department of Transportation
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