JOB
The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking a detail-oriented individual who is passionate about accuracy of department projects as a Construction Technician. You will contribute your knowledge and skills towards our mission of Making Lives Better Through Transportation and our five Core Values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception through sampling, testing, and inspecting single season small to medium department projects.
As a Construction Technician, you will balance your responsibilities between in office and on the roadway by:
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Auditing and documenting project records for final payment
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Inspecting projects according to the plans, specifications, and contract documents
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Acting as the liaison with Iowa DOT staff, government officials, contractors, and the public
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Maintaining detailed records of all project activities such as vouchers, as-builts, and progress reports by performing mathematical calculations to ensure compliance
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Oversight of projects such as patching, crack sealing, overlays, etc.
To be successful in this position, you will need high proficiency with typing and digital data entry due to a high volume of computer and software use.
Location: Davenport Resident Construction Engineer Office or DeWitt Maintenance Garage or Tipton Maintenance Garage or Maquoketa Maintenance Garage
Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. including some evenings and weekend work; must be able to travel and may be required to stay away from home overnight during assignments; must
be available to work up to 16 consecutive hours. The position is subject to be on call 24 hours a day during emergency and/or weather conditions.
Special Requirements:
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A CDL permit upon hire.
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Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date. Entry Level Driver Training is available upon hire through the Iowa DOT. The multi-faceted training will help meet all state and federal regulations.
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A successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query.
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A pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described. Click the video link for a demonstration: OPC Webinar Chapter 4 PCP Demo Test (youtube.com)
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A pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in random drug and alcohol testing programs.
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Positions require certification for testing materials and operating specialized equipment as required by the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Technical Training and Certification Program for Highway Materials and Construction; and/or other certifications as required.
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Must respond to emergency situations as required.
As a State of Iowa employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
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Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance.
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Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment and costs can be reviewed here.
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Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
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Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
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Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
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Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).
We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website!
Apply today! You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa.
The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: [email protected]
Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION All of the following apply to Department of Transportation positions only:
- Designated positions in this class require possession of a valid Commercial Learner's Permit upon hire. Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with the required endorsements and applicable restrictions must be obtained and subsequently maintained in order to continue employment.
- If a CDL is not designated, all positions are required to have and maintain a minimum of a valid Class C Non-Commercial Operators License.
- In conjunction with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (parts 40 and 382), designated positions in this job class require a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program and will be subject to the regulations regarding the Federal drug and alcohol testing program.
- Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.
- Positions require certifications for testing materials and operating specialized equipment as required by the Iowa Department of Transportation's Technical Training and Certification Program for Highway Materials and Construction; and/or other certifications as required.
- Employees must be able to travel and may be required to stay away from home overnight during assignments.
- Employees in designated positions must be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours.
- Travel may be required for designated positions in this class. Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas.
