Transportation Engineering Technician Trainee - Kanawha County Lazio

Transportation Engineering Technician Trainee - Kanawha County
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Transportation Engineering Technician Trainee - Kanawha CountyLocation: Room A-450, WVFull-Time PermanentJob Number: DOT25HR013AWest Virginia Department of TransportationDistrict/Subdivision: Highways Human Resources DivisionClosing Date: 10/31/2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US Canada)The Transportation Engineering Technician Trainee serves in a training capacity, learning basic concepts of 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.

Performs other related duties as required.

Positions for this classification title will be hired for the following divisions: Technical Support, Contract Administration, Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Materials, Right of Way, Operations, and Planning. 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 Headquarters1340 Smith StreetCharleston, 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 accountCell phone / access to a cell phoneAn active current email is required (have the email login information)We encourage to bring a resume and/or previous work experienceA valid ID/driver's licensePay Grade 8Typical Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms basic sampling and field testing materials using standard methods and testsPerforms basic surveying including Survey Helper duties; reducing and checking field book notes of simple surveys; determining, plotting and checking the basic cross sections. Drafts simple designs and tracing by use of good standard practice with proper line widths and letters including standard title and location sheets, plans, profiles and survey notes, standard summary sheets and estimated quantitiesDrafts property line plots and simple completed surveysDrafts simple maps, charts, graphics and diagramsInventories streets, roads, and installed traffic control devicesContacts are with other employees within the immediate organization, office, project, or work unit, and in related or support unitsThe work product or service affects the design or operation of systems, programs, or equipment; the adequacy of such activities as field investigations, testing operations, or research conclusions; or the social, physical, and economic wellbeing of peopleTravel may be required therefore; a valid driver's license is requiredRequired Skills and KnowledgeLittle to no previous training is required to interpret detailed step-by-step instruction.

Work generally consists of repetitive and routine tasks. Knowledge of physical science. Ability to interpret materials testing terms and punctuation and sentence structure. Ability to interpret drafting instruments, medial and techniques for reproduction. Knowledge of nomenclature and uses of standard laboratory equipment. Ability to interpret traffic control devices (signs, markings, symbols). Ability to do simple calculations of algebra, trigonometry and mathematical tables used in traffic analysis. Ability to read simple plans and specifications and basic metric units and conversions. Ability to read, interpret and use topographic maps. Ability to interpret standard symbols, scales, station numbers and conversion equations. Ability to understand standard design terminology and nomenclature. Ability to perform and report tests. Ability to use standard tapes and chains and application of accepted rules for physical measurement of distances. Ability to work harmoniously with other employees. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Required Education and ExperienceREQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATIONHigh school graduation or equivalent. REQUIRED EXPERIENCENo prior experience is required.

This is the entry level classification in this series. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTThis is a tested position.

Applicants will receive further communication from CourseMill upon closure of this posting. Agency: West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)Phone: 304-558-3111Website: https://transportation. wv. govDivision: West Virginia Department of TransportationAddress: 1900 Kanawha Blvd, EastBuilding 5, Room A-450Charleston, West Virginia, 25305 #J-18808-Ljbffr