Transportation Engineering Technician - Kanawha County
Transportation Engineering Technician - Kanawha County
Location: Room A-450, WV
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: DOT25HR015A
West Virginia Department of Transportation
District/Subdivision: Highways Human Resources Division
Closing Date: 10/31/2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
The Transportation Engineering Technician performs full-performance duties associated with highway and bridge construction and maintenance, including planning, design, surveys, materials, construction inspection, utility placement and relocation, traffic operations, and bridge safety. Participates in a training program requiring 180 Technician Development Hours.
Nature of Work The Transportation Engineering Technician performs full-performance duties associated with highway and bridge construction and maintenance. This position is posted for the ENGINEERING TECHNICIANS HIRING EVENT to be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 from 9:00am - 6:00pm at:
District 1 Headquarters
1340 Smith Street
Charleston, WV 25301
*INTERESTED CANDIDATES NEED TO APPLY AND THEN ATTEND THE HIRING EVENT TO BE INTERVIEWED ON SITE.
When attending the hiring event, please bring the following:
- Username and password for your application account
- Cell phone / access to a cell phone
- An active current email is required (have the email login information)
- We encourage to bring a resume and/or previous work experience
- A valid ID/driver's license
Pay Grade 14
Typical Duties and Responsibilities Performs and supervises materials testing in the field and in district and central laboratories.
Performs, supervises and coordinates construction surveys.
Reads and utilizes complex plans and specifications.
Assures compliance with OSHA and other safety requirements.
Coordinates traffic controls and detours on job.
Inspects and verifies compliance with federal, state and local requirements.
Coordinates activities with utilities, local governments and citizen interest.
Assures basic erosion controls during construction.
Computes, checks and verifies quantities and costs of line items.
Inspects and records steel and concrete structures.
Communicates with the public and prepares written correspondence and reports.
Maintains property records and safeguards instruments, supplies and equipment.
Coordinates complete bid proposal for a standard project.
Conducts initial review of bids and formulation of recommendations for award of a contract.
Coordinates drafting, computing and reproduction processes for a complex project.
Conducts plans-in-hand inspection of projects.
Develops ownership agreement and work sheet for relocation of utilities or railroads.
Reviews and processes permit application for utilities or land developers.
Reviews shop and erection drawings for a steel structure.
Compilation and application of materials specifications to design of standard projects.
Organizes work crews with appropriate equipment and materials for performance of maintenance or repair projects.
Supervises truck drivers and heavy equipment operators.
Provides effective and safe traffic controls at job sites.
Inspects and records maintenance work performed on highways.
Prepares and reviews field books and sketches.
Performs title searches to determine, plot and locate cadastral information.
Reviews, evaluates and prepares recommendations for revision of speed limit zones.
Designs and reviews plans for upgrading standard traffic signal systems.
Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
Required Skills and Knowledge Knowledge of consultant and construction contracts.
Knowledge of nomenclature and uses of standard items of hand tools.
Knowledge of governmental organizations and divisions of maintenance responsibilities.
Ability to provide adequate erosion and sedimentation control.
Ability to run simple levels to determine adequacy of drainage work.
Ability to implement and enforce an effective system to account for materials.
Ability to read and utilize topographic maps and standard plans.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to utilize field survey notes or plans.
Ability to work with utility companies and local governments.
Ability to check on the quantity, quality, condition and specification compliance of materials.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.
Required Education and Experience REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION
Certification as a Transportation Engineering Technician by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
Substitution: (New Hires Only)
Successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours of study in engineering technology from a regionally accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience in a technical capacity in a civil engineering environment may be substituted.
Associate's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in civil engineering technology, plus three (3) years of experience may be substituted.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, or similar technical degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
No prior experience required.
Agency: West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Phone: 304-558-3111
Website: https://transportation. wv. gov
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
Address: 1900 Kanawha Blvd, East
Building 5, Room A-450
Charleston, West Virginia, 25305
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