Transportation Engineering Technician III

At Sumter Maintenance, reviews, inspects, and makes approval recommendations for all incoming encroachment permits from private citizens and the local municipalities to include the City of Sumter Water & Sewer Division, Sumter County Public Works, Spectrum, Dominion Energy, Black River Electric, Farmers Telephone, High Hills Rural Water, Oswego Water and all other engineering firms.

Reviews applications for accuracy and compliance with specifications. Performs the review, investigation and processing of all damage claims. Compiles and enters all documentation for submittal through RMIS (Risk Management Information System) and makes recommendations to RME (Resident Maintenance Engineer) for approval and/or denial. Enters all permits received into the Encroachment Permit Processing System (EPPS) for tracking and forward to appropriate personnel for processing and approval.

Returns all pertinent correspondence to the applicants; maintain pending and complete records for the office files.

Performs complex technical duties in all aspects of construction work relating to encroachment permits, to include field inspection and working with permit tees, engineering firms and property developers to finalize projects. Works during hazardous weather conditions as assigned by the shift supervisor.

A high school diploma and two (2) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Attainment of a Technician Certification in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience.

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position requires driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.