District 62 - Unit 240 – Franklinton, Louisiana

Job Number – 62/130658/ET1-4/07.31.25NM

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General Overview:

The overall function of this position is to assist the Project Engineer in the activities of the Project Engineer's office located in District 62, by engaging in construction inspection and supervision duties. This position is responsible for assuring high quality construction work in accordance with plans, specifications, and contract provisions. Incumbent may be required to perform duties in extreme conditions (rain, heat, or cold, day or night), to use a state vehicle for parish wide travel, and to lift items up to 45 lbs. Structured training requirements must be met and maintained. The person filling this position is required to possess a valid motor vehicle driver’s license. While in an official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision and be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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:

• Prepares and assists in the preparation of: daily diaries, weekly reports, field book record keeping, quantities for plan changes, partial and final estimates, 2059 reports, errors, and omissions reports, storm water inspection reports and project finalizations.

• Performs sub- professional engineering work in the area of construction inspection and surveying to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Use independent judgement in planning work and making technical decisions not requiring engineering knowledge of a professional nature.

• Collects and records the testing/ sampling of material used on construction projects and verifies acceptable results. Performs and assists other co- workers when inspecting for quality control and quality assurance for construction projects. Monitors and inspects work done by the contractors for compliance with plans and specifications.

• Computes and/or checks construction quantities including, but not limited to, earthwork, field book accuracy, benchmark verification, survey data, and other required data necessary to ensure it meets the requirements of the contract special provisions, plans, and other standard specifications. Performs inspection on parish wide permits and prepares utility diaries for filing.

• May be required to perform other additional duties including but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details:

The incumbent is required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as to maintain the following licensing and operate the following equipment:

• Valid driver's license

• Operate a state owned vehicle, computer, surveying equipment, etc.

• Perform duties in extreme weather conditions such as rain, cold, or heat

• May be required to lift items up to 50 lbs

• Submit to random drug testing as required

Career Progression: As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Engineering Technician 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). The maximum salary for the Engineering Technician 4 is $5,724.00 per month. 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

Compensation: Salary is dependent upon qualifications. Below is the starting hourly rate and Premium Pay for each level.

• Engineering Technician 1 - Starting salary is $12.22/hourly with an additional $2.00 in premium pay for every hour worked, and an additional $2.00/hour for hours worked between 6 PM - 6 AM on assigned nighttime construction projects.

• Engineering Technician 2 - Starting salary is $14.00/hourly with an additional $2.00 in premium pay for every hour worked, and an additional $2.00/hour for hours worked between 6 PM - 6 AM on assigned nighttime construction projects.

• Engineering Technician 3 - Starting salary is $16.03/hourly with an additional $2.00 in premium pay for every hour worked, and an additional $2.00/hour for hours worked between 6 PM - 6 AM on assigned nighttime construction projects.

• Engineering Technician 4 - Starting salary is $18.35/hourly with an additional $2.00 in premium pay for every hour worked, and an additional $2.00/hour for hours worked between 6 PM - 6 AM on assigned nighttime construction projects.

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.

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Tommy Hickman P.E.

"The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type."

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