Engineering Technician 1-4

State of Louisiana • Monroe, LA

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About The Position

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), the mission is to develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure, including highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. This position assists professional engineers and/or higher-level technicians with material sampling, testing, and documentation of results in a District Laboratory. The incumbent should be self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision, and able to interpret unforeseen conditions. The employee participates in appropriate structured training and attends continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary for the work.

The role may be filled at Engineering Technician 1, 2, 3, or 4, depending on the selected applicant’s experience. Duties include laboratory testing of asphaltic materials, soils, and aggregates; training in materials sampling and testing; maintaining certifications in materials-testing specialties; and supporting materials quality assurance documentation. Other duties may be assigned, including emergency or disaster support activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and interpret unforeseen conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory materials testing, including asphaltic materials acceptance and verification, soils testing, and aggregate acceptance and verification.
• Attend required training and receive on-the-job training in materials sampling and/or testing.
• Keep certifications current in materials-testing specialty areas.
• Assist with the materials quality assurance documentation program by maintaining an accurate and thorough inventory of materials samples.
• Perform other duties as necessary, which may include emergency or disaster support activities.
• Participate in appropriate DOTD training programs and attend necessary continuing education classes and conferences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED