Job Description Job Title: Job ID: 615640 Apply Before: 05/10/2018 Location: Daviess;Evansville;Bicknell;Knox County Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Salary: Regular $37,414.00 Agency Transportation City/County/St: Vincennes, Knox County, IN ------------ ------------ ------------ Job Description: This position is responsible for performing construction inspection, which includes assisting the project supervisor/engineer to determine and delegate work assignments. Observes, checks and performs construction activities interpreting road or bridge plans, may direct survey crews; prepare progress reports, providing communications with contractors to ensure procedures comply with INDOT standards and specifications. May perform as an assistant project supervisor/engineer or supervise a small project. A CDL is required for this position. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: Construction Highway Technician-1 is responsible for coordinating work as a senior inspector of other Highway Technicians. Provides employee performance feedback to project engineer/supervisor Difficulty of Work: Work performed is routine, but varied by circumstance. Work requires specialized knowledge of highway construction, plan reading, procedures, and practices. Employee works within established guidelines. Employee exercises judgment and decision making when on worksite. Work is carried out under the specifications and guidelines based on established policies and procedures Responsibility: Employee is responsible for completing tests and inspections. Employee is responsible for following established procedures and practices. Employee is responsible for accurately completing all job assignments, records, forms, and reports. Errors in work, faulty judgment and the dissemination of technical information can cause substantial embarrassment and delays. Employee is responsible for coordinating work assignments with the project engineer/supervisor. Personal Work Relationships: Employee must maintain a personal working relationship with construction personnel, contactors, the public and various INDOT departments to ensure compliance with all Standard Specification, effective communications and consistent monitoring techniques. Physical Effort: Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform other physical activities such as: stooping, standing and walking for long periods of time, dragging, bending, and/or waving. Working Conditions: Work is performed outside exposed to inclement weather, ongoing traffic, and rotating work shifts. May be on call 24 hours a day 7 days a week. May be exposed to unpleasant surroundings including; dead animals, ditches with sewage, loud noise, confined work spaces, double shifts for snow and ice removal, dirt, dust, pollen, and insects/bugs. ------------ Responsibilities: * Complies with INDOT Safety Policies and Procedures; * Performs work assigned by project supervisor/engineer ensuring that the required tests, measurements, and inspections are completed and recorded in a timely manner; * Ensures required inspections are completed in a timely manner and problems are reported; * Ensures work conforms with appropriate plans, specifications, procedures, and policies; * Provides feedback to project supervisor/engineer for performance management purposes; * Communicates employee issues to project supervisor/engineer providing documentation as necessary; * Performs job documentation tasks such as site manager; * Provides assistance to public by responding to general inquiries, explaining delays, etc; * Performs related job duties as assigned * Participates in winter snow and ice removal operations * Performs emergency response activities such as: clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs, and erecting barricades; * Performs related job duties as assigned. Preferred Experience: * High school graduate or equivalent; * Must possess a valid drivers license; * Must have valid commercial drivers license (CDL) or ability to obtain within 90 days; * Required to submit to and pass a drug test as a condition 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; * Ability to perform basic math calculations; * Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather; * Must have ability to read, write, and communicate clearly; * Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team; * Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws and regulations for purposes of Construction inspection; * Knowledge of drafting, and surveying techniques; * Must have completed Modules 1, 2 and 3 of the Highway Technician Program or equivalent. * Experience as Highway Technician 2 for 3 years; * Must be able to adequately perform computer skills. ------------ The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes: * Medical / Dental / Vision plans * Health Savings Account available - with Employer Contribution * Prescription Coverage * Incentive-based Wellness Program * Employee Assistance Program * Employer-funded Retirement Plan * Deferred Compensation Plan with Employer Match * Flexible Spending Account * Work/life balance: 24 Paid Days Off and 12 Holidays, per year * Group Life Insurance * Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of Working in State Government! ------------ Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ------------ ------------