at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Shoshone, Idaho, United States
Job Description
State of IdahoIdaho Transportation Department
STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.
The Idaho Transportation Department is hiring a Transportation Technician Senior for our District 4 located in Twin Falls, Idaho. This is an entry-level position, the first step in the Transportation Technician Engineering Career Path series. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, enthusiastic learner, and constructive team member. We may hire multiple candidates off this announcement.
ITD has created horizontal career paths to create high-caliber technicians and better career advancement opportunities for our employees. We encourage our employees to be authentic and provide them with a meaningful welcoming environment where all opinions are valued, celebrated, and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drive innovation, engagement, and retention, which makes ITD better and brings value to our communities.
This is a career that provides an opportunity to be a part of a variety of public infrastructure development projects that are key to the local economy in a region with strong growth. With ITD’s horizontal career path, you will be able to gain experience in developing and constructing highway projects that truly make a difference! Employees are encouraged to find what works best for them, utilizing their strengths and providing them control of their career path in this booming industry. The Transportation Technician Senior Horizontal Career Path consists of 3 steps. Wages increase after the successful completion of each step in the career path as outlined below:**+ Starting wage: $26.43
+ Completion of Step One: $27.82
+ Completion of Step Two: $30.44
+ Completion of Step Three: $33.43
Note: Candidates with 5 years of relevant and equivalent documented experience of at least 5 years OR an associate’s degree in Civil Applied Technology may be eligible to start at Step One.Example of Duties
+ Assess contractor activities including inspection, proper installation sequencing, schedule compliance, and contract requirements.
+ Inspect, observe, and ensure a construction project is constructed in accordance with contract plans and specifications
+ Maintain accurate daily record of the work (labor, equipment, materials, quantities)
+ Coordinate, perform, and/or supervise technical engineering work in the field, or office.
+ Compute, check, and verify quantities, materials, costs, and final contractor payments.
+ Assist licensed engineers in developing and designing highway construction projects.
+ Computer Aided Design ( CAD) – Modeling, computer-aided Drafting
+ Review and draft construction plans under the supervision of a licensed engineer.
Minimum Qualifications
Good knowledge of:
+ Computer systems and applications used in engineering/construction and maintenance.
To qualify, applicants must have at least 6 months of work experience in the following:
+ Using construction plans, blueprints, drawings, specifications, maps, charts, graphs, manuals, schematics, and/or Geographical Information Systems (GIS) data.
+ Providing direction, training, or assistance to others on engineering, design, construction, roadway maintenance projects, or other applicable work assignments.
+ Identifying and organizing materials, tools, or equipment for construction, roadway maintenance, engineering, design projects or other applicable assignments.
Licensure
+ Valid driver’s license.
To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website (https://itd.idaho.gov/) . Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: careers@itd.idaho.gov or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov . Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account