Transportation Technician 8-E10 (Metals Sampling and Testing) Bureau of Bridges and Structures

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　　Transportation Technician 8-E10 (Metals Sampling and Testing) Bureau of Bridges and Structures

　　Salary

　　$22.87 - $37.37 Hourly

　　Location

　　Lansing, MI

　　Job Type

　　Permanent Full Time

　　Job Number

　　5901-24-BOBS-4-TT8-E10-KC

　　Department

　　Transportation

　　Opening Date

　　01/17/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Bargaining Unit

　　TECHNICAL (SEIU)

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　Job Description

　　Perform materials sampling and metals testing (project quality assurance (QA), certification verification, tested stock, and informational). Store and distribute approved test reports. Prioritize, schedule, and perform routine maintenance and calibrations on laboratory equipment. Evaluate new test methods and equipment, provide feedback to supervisor, and share process improvements, innovations, etc. for testing procedures. Support other personnel with technical assistance regarding metals testing, specifications, and procedures. Perform fabrication inspection of simple structural precast concrete and structural steel products. Assist with visual inspection of fabricated products after they arrive in the field and subsequent field erection. Assist with other shop and field fabrication related activities.

　　The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (8) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (E10) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

　　For additional information, please see the links below:

　　Transportation Technician 8-E10 Position Details (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/TRNSTCHEB75R Position Description 1.12.2024.pdf)

　　All about MDOT

　　Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

　　For information on benefits, visitwww.mi.gov/employeebenefitsorwww.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

　　The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

　　Required Education and Experience

　　Education

　　Possession of an Associate's degree in concrete technology, civil technology, construction technology, surveying technology, construction management, mathematics, or computer science.

　　Experience

　　Transportation Technician 8

　　No specific type or amount is required.

　　Transportation Technician 9

　　One year of experience equivalent to a Transportation Technician 8.

　　Transportation Technician E10

　　Two years of experience equivalent to a Transportation Technician, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Technician 9.

　　Alternate Education and Experience

　　Transportation Technician 8 - 12

　　Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher in an Applied Science or Science with 16 semester hours (24 term) credits in job specific or related course work qualifies for the Transportation Technician E10 level.

　　OR

　　Completion of 60 semester (90 term) credits including 24 semester (36 term) credits in any combination of course work in the following areas: structures, materials, soils, hydrology, surveying, design, bituminous, concrete, aggregate, chemistry, physics, geology, environmental science, computer science, highway or traffic technology, construction management, engineering, or mathematics may be substituted for the associate's degree.

　　OR

　　Four years of technician level experience consisting of quality control inspections, drafting, materials and testing, surveying, or traffic may be substituted for the Associate's degree.

　　OR

　　Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and one year of related field experience may be substituted for the associate's degree.

　　OR

　　Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and three years experience equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker 9 may be substituted for the associate's degree.

　　OR

　　Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and completion of 16 semester (24 term) credits in any combination of course work in the following areas: structures, materials, soils, hydrology, surveying, design, bituminous, concrete, aggregate, chemistry, physics, geology, environmental science, computer science, highway or traffic technology, construction management, engineering, or mathematics may be substituted for the Associate's degree.

　　Additional Requirements and Information

　　Possession of a valid driver's license is required.

　　To be considered for this position you must:

　　If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application.Click here (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=0c57f92e150e4856b207ef348781c406) for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on theNational Association of Credential Evaluation Services (https://www.naces.org/members) or theAssociation of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (https://aice-eval.org/members/) Possession of the following or possession within 12 months of the date of hire into the position is required:

　　Michigan Concrete Association (MCA) Level I Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification

　　American Concrete Institute (ACI) Field Testing Technician – Grade I Certification

　　Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Level II Certification

　　Some positions may require current certification in Comprehensive Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control.

　　Any positions performing sampling and testing of highway materials for federal-aid projects on the National Highway System (NHS), subsequent to June 29, 2000, must be performed by qualified technicians, certified in the requisite Bituminous (Hot Mix), Concrete, Density Testing or Aggregate Gradation per a Civil Technician qualification program to ensure compliance with the Quality Assurance Procedures for Construction 23 CFR 637, dated June 29, 1995.

　　Some positions are assigned job duties that may require Industry certifications in density, aggregate, concrete, and bituminous.

　　View the entire job specification at:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/TransportationTechnician_348543_7.pdf

　　All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

　　The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

　　Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

　　If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Katianna Shaft at [email protected].

　　State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. In 2022,Forbesranked the State of Michigan in theTop 10 of America’s Best Employers For New Grads (https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-employers-for-new-grads/?sh=5be036b2203a) and as the #1 employer for new grads in government services. More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

　　Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

　　Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

　　Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

　　Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

　　Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

　　Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

　　Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

　　Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

　　Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

　　Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

　　Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

　　Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

　　Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

　　Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

　　Updated: 11/14/2022

　　01

　　Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　TRANTCH - Do you possess one of the following? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts or certification. At least an associate degree in concrete technology, civil technology, construction technology, surveying technology, construction management, mathematics, or computer science? OR A Bachelor's degree or higher in an Applied Science or Science with 16 semester hours (24 term) credits in job specific or related course work? OR Completion of 60 semester (90 term) credits including 24 semester (36 term) credits in any combination of course work in the following areas: structures, materials, soils, hydrology, surveying, design, drafting, bituminous, concrete, aggregate, chemistry, physics, geology, environmental science, computer science, highway or traffic technology, construction management, engineering, or mathematics? OR Four years of technician level experience consisting of quality control inspections, drafting, materials and testing, surveying, or traffic? OR Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and one year of technician level field experience? OR Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and three years' experience equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker 9? OR Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and two years' experience equivalent to an Engineering Assistant? OR Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and completion of 16 semester (24 term) credits in any combination of course work in the following areas: structures, materials, soils, hydrology, surveying, design, drafting, bituminous, concrete, aggregate, chemistry, physics, geology, environmental science, computer science, highway or traffic technology, construction management, engineering, or mathematics?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　If applicable, did you attach a copy of your official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation? Failure to attach official transcripts may result in you being screened out of the process.

　　Yes

　　No

　　Not applicable

　　04

　　TRANTCHE - Please select your level of experience:

　　No specific experience.

　　At least one year of experience equivalent to a Transportation Technician 8.

　　At least two years of experience equivalent to a Transportation Technician, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Technician 9. OR A Bachelor's degree or higher in an Applied Science or Science with 16 semester hours (24 term) credits in job specific or related course work

　　05

　　In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　Do you possess a valid driver's license?

　　Yes

　　No

　　07

　　Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (i.e. Department of Corrections, Department of Transportation, etc.).

　　Yes

　　No

　　08

　　Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation employee?

　　Yes

　　No

　　09

　　How many years of experience do you possess utilizing Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint) and PDF programs? If you have experience with any of these programs, please ensure your experience with each program is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise you may be screened out of this hiring process.

　　More than 5 years

　　3-5 years

　　1-3 years

　　Less than 1 year

　　No experience

　　10

　　How many years of experience do you have performing destructive testing of metals? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise you may be screened out of this hiring process.

　　More than 5 years

　　3-5 years

　　1-3 years

　　Less than 1 year

　　No experience

　　11

　　How many years of experience do you have working in structural precast concrete, structural steel bridge, or highway structure fabrication or construction? If you have experience in any of these areas, please ensure your experience in each area is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise you may be screened out of this hiring process.

　　More than 5 years

　　3-5 years

　　1-3 years

　　Less than 1 year

　　No experience

　　12

　　Although not required for appointment to the position, do you possess any of the following certifications (select all that apply)? If you possess any of these certifications, please attach a copy of the certification to your application.

　　Michigan Concrete Association (MCA) Level I Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification

　　American Concrete Institute (ACI) Field Testing Technician – Grade I Certification

　　Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Level II Certification

　　None of the above

　　13

　　If you do not possess any of the certifications as indicated in the previous questions, are you willing and able to obtain these certifications within 12 months of the date of hire into the position?

　　Yes

　　No

　　I already possess all 3 of the certifications as indicated in the previous question

　　14

　　MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?

　　MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program

　　MDOT TRAC Program

　　MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program

　　Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship

　　MI Construction Career Days

　　National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI)

　　Other

　　N/A

　　MDOT Capstone Internship

　　15

　　MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)

　　State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com

　　LinkedIn

　　College/University Career Services Office or website

　　Twitter

　　Facebook

　　Indeed

　　Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder)

　　Michigan Works! Agency

　　Career Fair

　　GovDelivery

　　Billboard

　　Employee Referral

　　Veterans Organization

　　Government Jobs

　　Diversity Jobs

　　recruitics

　　ZipRecruiter

　　Other

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