ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 1-4 (ST MARTIN PARISH)

About This JobDISTRICT 03 / U233 / CONSTRUCTION-ST MARTIN PARISHJOB NUMBER: 03-128374-ET-07252025-LRThe overall function of this position is to assist Professional Engineers and/or higher level Engineering Technicians in the performance of construction inspection work and general contract administration duties required of a District Project Engineer’s Construction Office. Specialized areas of responsibility include Portland Cement Concrete Inspection, Superpave Asphaltic Concrete Pavement Inspection, Embankment and Base Course Inspection, Structural Concrete Inspection and Subsurface Drainage Installation Inspection.

The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform all construction contract administration and related duties with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http: //wwwsp. dotd. la. gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center. aspxMinimum QualificationsPossession 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.

Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties And Other InformationJob duties include but are not limited to the following: Utilizes a thorough knowledge and understanding of Department procedures, policies, standards, and specifications in the inspection of construction work and/or in the completion and/or processing of construction-related documents such as field diaries, partial estimates and final estimates. Enters construction project data into the appropriate computer database or application (MATT, Site Manager, Content Manager etc. ).

Applies DOTD engineering policies and procedures to normal work situations in the Project Engineer's Office and/or at construction sites. Serves as primary construction inspector in area(s) of specialization or certificationDetermines material sampling requirements for area(s) of expertise. Verifies elevations/alignments for surveys. Reviews haul tickets to determine if loads comply with authorized/approved load quantities/volumes. Prepares work reports, monthly estimate quantities, and mathematical calculations necessary to complete paperwork. May serve as the primary asphalt plant technician. Completes required training classes and receives on-the-job training in performing construction inspection and completing necessary documentation and/or paperwork.

May also provide on-the-job training or assistance to newer or lower level technicians and/or consultant personnel. May perform additional duties as necessary to ensure the efficient operations of the Project Engineer's office. May be required to perform other duties as necessary including but not limited to Emergency/Disaster support activities. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational OR PromotionalCareer Progression: This Position may be filled as a ET 1, ET 2, ET 3, or ET 4Compensation: Engineering Technician 1 - $12. 22/hourlyEngineering Technician 2 - $14. 00/hourlyEngineering Technician 3 - $16. 03/hourlyEngineering Technician 4 - $18. 35/hourlyAdditional $2. 00/HR Premium Pay For Every Hour WorkedHow To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Please list all work experience on the application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. 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. 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.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available - https: //www. laworks. net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main. aspFor Further Information About This Vacancy Contact: Lynn Reed, Dawn Soileau, or Lela BabineauxDOTD-District 03Human Resources(337) 262-6100Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https: //info. groupbenefits. org/Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at https: //www. civilservice. louisiana. gov/Parental-Leave/Default. aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www. lasersonline. org).

LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www. trsl. org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www. lsers. net), among others01Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?YesNo02If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".

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