Surveying (EPS) Technician I-II

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

Introduction The mission of the Division of Transportation Solutions is to provide excellence in transportation by developing, constructing and maintaining the State's infrastructure in a manner that results in a safe, cost-effective, and efficient multi-modal transportation network that enhances mobility commerce, and livability. In addition, Transportation Solutions provides high quality support services to other divisions in the department. Click here to learn more about DelDOT Transportation Solutions Division . Summary Statement Position provides Quality Assurance testing on materials used in the construction of State & Federally funded contracts. Position primarily responsible for sampling & testing of bituminous concrete (hot mix), but in addition testing of Portland cement concrete, soil & aggregate, & in place materials at jobsites throughout the state for conformance to construction plans & specifications. Math is used daily, strong math skills required. The incumbent in this position may be required to lift up to 50lbs & work in inclement weather. This position must be available to work overtime as needed. Career Ladder Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Engineering Support - Materials & Research: Knowledge of applied mathematical computations including algebra and geometry.
Knowledge of construction materials, laboratory testing, or field-testing.
Knowledge of using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on data.
Knowledge of developing and interpreting analytical and technical documents such as reports, maps, or geographical representations of data.
Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Engineering Support Materials & Research: One year experience in applied mathematical computations including algebra and geometry.
One year experience in construction material testing and laboratory or field sampling procedures and equipment used in testing highway construction materials such as soils, aggregates, asphalt, hot-mix/warm-mix asphalt, Portland cement, or Portland cement concrete.
One year experience in using an automated information systems to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on data.
One year experience in interpreting standard test procedures, specifications, and plan documents or technical drawings.
Six months experience in developing and interpreting analytical and technical documents such as reports, maps, or geographical representations of data.
Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Responsibilities

Inspects infrastructures to ensure compliance with design plans, materials specifications, safety requirements, construction processes, local, state, and federal codes and on-going maintenance requirements; documents and reports compliance or deficiencies.
Designs, develops, or reviews engineering project or site layouts, alignments, profiles, studies, graphs, and other related activities.
Compiles and records notes, sketches, test results, inspection data, and other information to document compliance and/or develop designs, specifications, reports, maps, and other geographically based data.
Conducts various studies to be used by others to analyze needs or develop plans, record characteristics, and other related activities.
Conducts data analysis to determine accuracy of data collected, develop recommendations, develop corrective designs, and/or ensure compliance.
Tests or evaluates the quality of materials or designs to verify adherence to contracts and specifications.
Obtains survey data such as angles, elevations, points, and contours using electronic distance measuring equipment and other surveying instruments.
Calculates or measures area and volume dimensions, horizontal and vertical geometry, profile and component specifications, and material testing dimensions using calculators or computers.
Operates computer assisted drafting equipment or other tools of the trade, and uses automated information systems and computer software to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve, and report on data.
Reads and interprets plans, specification, blueprints, and other engineering documents.
Performs other related duties as required.