Research and NDT Specialized Testing Technician

State of Indiana•West Lafayette, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research and NDT Specialized Testing Technician supports INDOT’s mission by ensuring safe, efficient, and well‑maintained transportation infrastructure. The position performs essential field and technical duties, including inspections, maintenance activities, testing, and equipment operation, keeping roadways, bridges, and related assets in reliable condition. Work includes following established safety standards, supporting emergency response needs, and collaborating with supervisors and district teams statewide to complete daily and seasonal assignments. The role also contributes to long‑term asset stewardship through accurate data collection, adherence to quality requirements, and proactive identification of issues affecting performance or safety. Incumbents in this position are required to acquire and maintain a certification in FWD and Friction operation and calibration, as well as obtain a CDL license to assist in winter snow removal operations. Between April 1 and November 1, this role also requires overnight travel 3 days per week to facilitate testing and data collection across the state. This position plays a key role in maintaining the infrastructure that millions of Hoosiers rely on each day.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time, as well as walking on traverse, steep and slippery slopes, climb.
Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather:
Considerable knowledge of highway statutory, departmental, and administrative laws, rules, and regulations;
Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment (e.g., bucket trucks, paint equipment, etc.…).
Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
Ability to use a geographical positioning system (GPS).
Broad knowledge of Microsoft computer programs to include Word, Outlook, Excel, and Access;
Ability to read and interpret bridge plans.
Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in traffic control, confined space, boating safety;

Responsibilities

Acts as part of two-person team to visually and physically performs standard, special and emergency inspections on, under and above bridges and large culverts.
Operating bridge inspection equipment to determine existence and extent of damage, deterioration and potential hazards and assures the safe operation of the inspection equipment.
Maintains, monitors, updates, and corrects the INDOT Bridge Inspection and Asset Database.
Aids in preparing reports detailing bridge and large culverts inspection findings conducted under the direction of the supervisor such as: Updating pictures and videos, Preparing work orders for items needing repair or maintenance; Gathering data and measurements.
Collects and reviews pertinent data in order to prepare for site inspections.
Performs miscellaneous duties to facilitate operational efficiency of work unit (e.g., assists district bridge crews in making repairs to bridge structures.
Required to plow snow as needed.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
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