Engineering Technician 1 - 4

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This position is in the Construction Section of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the Engineering Technician 7. This position serves as the assistant to the Lead Engineering Technician for the projects assigned.

Possession of a high school diploma or GED.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance will substitute for the high school diploma or GED.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• 75%: Inspection/Area of Certification

• Monitors construction signage for compliance with Departmental requirements.

• In the absence of the Engineering Technician 5 (ET-5) may be required to be the lead inspector

• May assist the ET-5 in the coordination of phases of a construction project

• Inspects contractor construction procedures to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality assurance.

• Collects required samples and tests materials that are to be included in the project Performs soil densification tests using nuclear density machine.

• Receives profile data and evaluates pavement surfaces to determine longitudinal surface acceptability.

• Takes all pertinent measurements including but not limited to length, width, and depth verification.

• Calculates and enters quantities for project records.

• Compiles and summarizes monthly contractor payments for review.

• Gathers field information for alterations or changes to the project.

• Prepares and/or reviews project diaries.

• Assists in maintaining good public relations with individuals affected by the construction activities.

• Performs on-the-job training in the principle areas of certification.

• Monitors contractor compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity requirements.

• Writes haul tickets.

• 10%: Office Duties

• Indexes, labels, and itemizes pay items in the project document records.

• Recapitulates project document records for final audit.

• Computes and validates project quantities.

• Obtains additional training as needed or required.

• Uses computer, engineering applications as required by Departmental policy.

• 5% Design of projects

• Collects field data including cross sections, draws field sketches, and calculates quantities related to Standard Departmental Design Practices.

• 5% Associated Duties

• Participates in activities that are necessary for the function of the (ET4) Construction Office.

• Performs such duties as are required for the efficient operation of the Department and to protect the public interests.

• 5% Special Duty

• May be required to perform other duties as necessary, including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Engineering Technician 1,2,3, or 4.

Compensation: Below is the starting hourly rate and Premium Pay amount for each level:

Engineering Technician 1 - The starting salary is $12.22/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked.

Engineering Technician 2 - Starting salary is $14.00/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked.

Engineering Technician 3 - Starting salary is $16.03/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked.

Engineering Technician 4 - Starting salary is $18.35/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked.

Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

DeMarcion Evans

DOTD-District 04

Project Engineer

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