Transportation Technician 3 (In-Training)

The WSDOT State Materials Laboratory Bituminous Materials Section is currently seeking a Transportation Technician 3 (In-Training) to join their team. This position will be part of a team working in the Bituminous Mixtures Laboratory conducting various AASHTO, ASTM and WSDOT test procedures to determine quality and acceptability of materials for use on highway construction projects. The future incumbent will perform semi-skilled to complex technical testing within the standards, specifications, and procedures. Additionally, they will be responsible for entering samples and test data into the MATS reporting database and present test results to project offices.
 
To be successful in this position, we are looking for an individual who can work independently but also in a team environment. We are looking for an individual with outstanding attention to detail and that fully understands engineering practices and principles. If you have these skills and knowledge, we encourage you to apply.
 
Note: This position includes an approved in-training plan; therefore, it may be filled at the Transportation Technician 1, 2 or 3 level. The salaries for these classifications are as follows:
 
Transportation Technician 2: $35,808 - $47,820 annually depending on qualifications.
Transportation Technician 2: $44,400 - $59,724 annually depending on qualifications.
Transportation Technician 3: $50,292 - $67,584 annually depending on qualifications.
 
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This position will perform the following work:

• Performs testing and applies engineering computations for volumetric analysis for HMA and other specialized mix designs.
• Perform testing and computations for mix design verification samples from state and local agency projects.
• Record and reduce raw data. Prepare and enter data into a computer.
• Assist the Bituminous Testing Engineer in performing calibration and verification of test equipment used in the Bituminous Mixtures Laboratory.
• Assist the Bituminous Testing Engineer in testing of AASHTO Materials Reference Laboratory (AMRL) proficiency samples and testing for AMRL on-site assessments.
• Ability to maintain and calibrate basic testing equipment; assist in maintenance chores and laboratory clean-up.
• Work with materials exceeding 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Effectively communicate in written and verbal form with diverse audiences.
• Possess a current Washington State Driver's license and have the ability to travel statewide.

 
An ideal candidate for the Transportation Technician 1 position will have:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent
• Possess a current driver's license and have the ability to travel statewide.

 
An ideal candidate for the Transportation Technician 2 position will have:

• An Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, surveying, drafting or other closely related fields.

OR

• Completion of an accredited vocational/technical program consisting of at least 1,200 instructional hours in Civil Engineering Technology, surveying, drafting, structural detailing, engineering design or other closely related fields.

OR

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and two years of experience performing basic technical engineering work as a Transportation Technician 1 or equivalent. (College level or vocational/technical course work in engineering, drafting, survey, mathematics or other closely related fields will substitute for the required technical engineering experience on a year-for-year basis.)

OR

• Three years of experience as a Maintenance Technician, one of which must be as a Maintenance Technician 2.
• Possess a current driver's license and have the ability to travel statewide.

 
An ideal candidate for the Transportation Technician 3 position will have:

• Two years' experience performing basic technical engineering work as a Transportation Technician 2 or equivalent.

OR

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

OR

• Certification as an Engineer-in Training.
• Possess a current driver's license and have the ability to travel statewide.

 
Note: This position is covered by a union shop provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, you are required to become a member of the PTE, Local 17, or arrange to pay that union a representational fee. The union shop requirement shall be effective on the first day of the month following the employee's initial 30 days in this classification.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed recruiter.