Engineering Tech 5

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**THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR PERMANENT DOTD EMPLOYEES ONLY**

The overall function of this position is to serve as a laboratory lead worker for a staff of engineering technicians or related positions engaged in a wide variety of work at a District Laboratory. The position is in the Monroe District 05/Engineering Section/Unit 155/District Laboratory of the Department of Transportation and Development and report directly to the Engineering Technician 7 supervisor in the laboratory. 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.

Applicants who possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are encouraged to apply:

• Knowledge to perform complex and specialized sampling and laboratory testing procedures in the following areas: hot mix asphalt, soils classification, concrete and aggregates.
• Knowledge in the interpretation of data and test results to determine the acceptability of contractor-provided materials.
• Possession of valid LA DOTD Laboratory Operations Certification (Required for current laboratory personnel for promotion - others will be required to obtain within two years after appointment)
• Ability to operate a state vehicle for district-wide and statewide travel to perform duties or attend meetings and/or training.
• Ability to perform duties during nighttime construction operations.
• Equipment utilized in the performance of duties includes cell phone, computers, specialized software packages used by LA DOTD, laboratory testing equipment related to HMA, soils, aggregate and concrete sampling and testing.

Job Duties:

The job duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Serves as lead worker for conducting all field operations, record checks and project audits by the District 05 Laboratory. Perform complex tasks in the Field Operations Unit for conducting all subsurface soil surveys for design, shallow borings for acceptance, and construction verification for both DOTD and FHWA Independent Assurance testing.
• Reviews and reports base and surface course acceptance measurements in the nine parish District.
• Performs sampling and testing as needed in all areas of the Laboratory (HMA, soil properties, concrete testing and aggregate testing).
• Compiles test results and analyze data to determine material properties, ensure compliance of materials with quality assurance requirements, and trouble shoots problem areas related to construction and maintenance materials requirements.
• Aids Engineering Technician 7 and guidance for the materials quality assurance office operations and equipment inventory. Leads and coordinates project materials quality documentation records audit for all construction projects in District 05. Checks 2059 submittals within District 05 for accuracy and completeness.

• Trains lower-level technicians on laboratory testing procedures, which include coordinating, scheduling, and evaluating the training of District Laboratory personnel.
• Assists in coordinating work assignments and prioritizing activities with an emphasis on workload, construction coordination, and effective use of laboratory personnel in each unit. Provide input for performance evaluations of engineering technicians.
• Assists, coordinates and performs routine and specialized calibration, maintenance, and certification of sampling and testing equipment. Responsible for the calibration, maintenance and certification of nuclear density testing gages used by the Laboratory, Project Engineer units and Contractor Field Laboratories.

While in 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.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Promotional

Compensation: Starting hourly rate is $24.04/hr and the maximum is 43.28. This position is eligible for premium pay for every hour worked: $2.00/hour

Work Schedule: Work hours are 7:45 am - 4:15 pm, Monday-Friday

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 more job-specific information, please contact:

Hobie Martin, PE

(318)342-0111

hobie.martin@la.gov

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.

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.

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

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