Job Specification Details

Basic technical and administrative work for the Agency of Transportation. Duties involve technical activities such as construction inspection, field surveys, road and bridge design, hydraulic studies, materials testing, traffic and safety, environmental studies, planning, property administration, contract administration, and other related technical activities. Work at this level differs from the higher-level technicians in the level of independence and from lower-level technicians in the level of expertise and breadth of knowledge required. Work is reviewed by a higher-level technician, engineer, or administrative supervisor. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Under the guidance and review of a higher authority employee, duties may include, but are not limited to: Check and review complex mathematical calculations while developing familiarity with appropriate codes and standards, participate in the review and analysis of project plans while developing familiarity with policies, statutes, regulations, rules, and Vermont Standard Specifications for Construction. Development of employee technical skills through observation of and participation in; utilizing state of the art modeling software including GPS data collection software and survey equipment for construction layout and inspection; project reviews, site inspections, investigations and preparation of draft recommendations; drafting out of compliance reports or specifications for simple projects; review of fabrication drawings or construction drawings; review and observe the development and processing of environmental permit data or applications; review and observe physical and chemical materials testing in a laboratory environment. May serve as an inspector on any construction project. Performs other related duties as required.

Duties are generally performed in an office, laboratory, and field setting for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Class incumbents may be required to carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds, traverse rough, wooded, and steep terrain, travel in boats or work on structures above ground level. Duties may also require exposure to extreme weather conditions. Out of state travel may be required.

Ability to read and understand technical plans and specifications for construction. 

Knowledge of computer aided drafting and information modeling.

Ability to design field investigations to appropriately characterize various materials. 

Basic knowledge of transportation field inspection practices and procedures.

Knowledge of data gathering techniques and various systems for organizing and interpreting data. 

Ability to compile, interpret, and apply a variety of field notes, data tables, laboratory results and other information in support of solving transportation technical problems.

Ability to develop knowledge and understanding of organizational mission, structure, internal resources, Agency policy and collective bargaining agreements. 

Ability to coordinate work efforts with the general public, private contractors, and other federal, state and local agencies.

Basic knowledge of equipment operation, daily inspection, safety and preventative maintenance procedures.

Ability to conduct field and lab work in accordance with VOSHA and Agency safety requirements.

Ability to maintain logs and records and to prepare clear, effective reports.

Knowledge of laboratory testing and interpretation of test results. 

Knowledge of administrative principles and practices.

Ability to read and interpret technical information. 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
 

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology, environmental technology, surveying, construction technology, architecture, construction management, or related technical field.

OR

Associate degree in civil engineering, environmental technology, engineering technology, surveying, construction technology, architecture, construction management, or related field AND two (2) years’ experience performing engineering support tasks involved in one or more of the following: planning, surveying, design, inspection, construction, research and statistics, testing, investigation, maintenance or construction of various types of civil engineering projects.

OR

High school graduation or equivalent AND four (4) years of experience as described above.

OR

One (1) year as an AOT Technician I with the State of Vermont.

Some positions in this job class may require possession of a valid driver’s license.