Transportation Engineering Technician III

Salary : $54,080.00 - $88,600.00 Annually

Location : Lexington County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 182109

Agency : Department of Transportation-District 1

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 23 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : HD17

Position Number : : 61033193

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Grade : GEN09

Hiring Range - Min. : $54,080.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $88,600.00

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : :

• You MUST demonstrate in the education and / or work experience sections of the application that you at least meet the minimum qualifications noted for the position.
• Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he / she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, 1400 Shop Road, Columbia, SC, 29201. Phone : 803-737-6660.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

At Lexington Maintenance, assist RME (Resident Maintenance Engineer) with gathering data for various types of road conditions, reports deficiencies and makes recommendations. Gathers data for various types of road conditions by physical inspection and reports data to RME.

Assists with gathering data by investigating damage claims submitted to the Department as a result of alleged negligence on the part of the Department. Makes recommendations to the RME on approval or non-approval. This includes conducting field studies to collect technical data. Performs field inspections. Collects and evaluating all pertinent and available information including, but not limited to, searching HMMS and pot hole log in order to properly answer the claims received.Performs field inspections on various elements on the road such as guardrail, pot holes, or anything that looks out of the ordinary that may need to be addressed. Must maintain log of damage claims received. Assists with gathering data for various types of County contract projects. Makes necessary field inspections for work being performed under encroachment permits to ensure compliance with Department policies and standards.This position will require the technician to complete Day Time Road Inspections in accordance to EDM 8. Must communicate regularly with applicants about progress of work and adherence to Department specifications and standards. Assists RME with requests for lane closures on all State roadways for parades and festivals. Works extended hours during emergencies or hazardous weather. Works with resident engineers, maintenance foremen, representatives of local and state entities, consultant engineers, district office personnel, private citizens, and Lexington County officials looking up right-of-way in files for all and advises accordingly. Maintains all right-of-way files in the maintenance office and up keep of map room.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and two (2) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Attainment of a Technician Certification in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

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. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required 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.

Additional Comments

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and / or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

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Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

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Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.

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What class driver's license do you possess?

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How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

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If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

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If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?

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I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

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My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

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