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State of South Carolina

Transportation Engineering Technician II (61036149)

State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, United States

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Responsibilities

Conduct field inspection for moderate level contracts such as roadway mowing, vegetation or tree removal, street sweeping, etc. where field measurements for payment are required. Keep diaries and field notes. Perform duties related to contract facility maintenance (custodian, grounds maintenance, lift stations, etc.) at SDOT buildings or rest areas. Perform duties related to contract landscaping maintenance. Perform feature/routine inspections on all roadways in Colleton County to include low/high shoulders, drainage, dead trees, guard rails, catch basins, curb and gutter, sidewalks, pavement markings, night inspection, signs, potholes, ditches and other roadway defects as outlined in the business plan and HMMS. Perform monthly and yearly inspections of dry chemical fire extinguishers, carbon dioxide fire extinguishers, eye wash showers, emergency showers, shop yard, building, environmental, etc. to ensure compliance with appropriate state and federal health, safety and environmental regulations and all pressure vessel safety valves. Investigate illegal encroachment onto the right-of-way and follow department policy in getting them removed. Encroachments include signs, mailboxes and abandoned vehicles, etc. Research and verify present and dedicated right-of-way using Right of Way Department records, existing plans, and recorded plats and deeds. Perform documentation into HMMS/EPPS as required. Assist with emergency response during inclement weather and other related emergencies during and after hours, assist with administrative duties/office support. Process and act upon encroachment permit work: process road inventories. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications

A high school diploma and one (1) year of experience that is related to the area of employment; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Physical Requirements

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. The position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position requires driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise. Applications accepted on‑line at

careers.sc.gov . Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665. EEO Statement

Non Discrimination Statement: 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.

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