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Serves as a lead technician, under the general supervision of a Resident Engineer or project supervisor, monitoring and evaluating contract compliance in regard to ADOT standardspecifications, standard drawings and project specific special provisions and plans, as well as Federal Highway Administration\', Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and USDepartment of Labor Regulations and laws. Assists the project supervisor in the review of construction submittals and documentation. Assists project supervisor in scheduling, monitoringand mentoring inspection staff. Serves as a primary contact for contractors, consultants and ADOT employees on minor construction projects or segments of major construction projects.\ Performs a variety of highly technical activities related to inspection on highway construction projects, hot mix plants and concrete plants. Inspects and documents the most complexcontract items such as structures and concrete or asphalt pavement; performs related duties as necessary due to staffing requirements. May function as lead inspector on constructionprojects. Performs technical material sampling and testing. Assists with winter events including any or all the followings; working at the district office front desk during snow stormemergencies; working dispatch to communicate roadway conditions and incidents to appropriate departments; or assisting in road block/traffic control during inclement weather oremergency conditions.

Job Duties:

Inspect construction activities and contract items to ensure compliance with ADOT standards specifications, standard drawings and project specific specialprovision and plans, as well as applicable Federal laws, rules and policies and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality requirements. Use a State vehiclein the course of these duties.

Prepares field documentation and verifies field calculations for input to the PEN and fast systems.\ \ Review technical problems and develop procedures, and recommendations for resolution of issues related to assignment.\ \ Performs complex analysis and calculations. Review laboratory tests, materials spread rates, quantities and other contract related documents.\ \ Consult with contractors and other agency personnel to resolve construction related issues. Escalates issues as necessary.\ \ Stays current on all required certifications and training classes. Provides coaching and guidance to other employees. Reviews work of lower level inspectorswithin the area of assignment. Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

KNOWLEDGE

Extensive knowledge in methods, procedures, and techniquesused in

highway construction project inspection, materials testing and documentation.

Environmental best management practices

Federal, State and agency standards, policies and procedures.

Approved record keeping and documentation procedures.

Materials and equipment used for highway construction andmaterials

testing.

\ SKILLS

Intermediate to advanced mathematics.

Analysis and preparation of data.

Use of computer software to document and analyze date.

Time management.

Oral and written communication.

Interpersonal relations as applied in difficult situations.

Google programs and products.

ABILITY

Safely drive a full size pickup truck on and off road.

Work outdoors for an extended time; exposure to heat, cold,dust and

noise, near high speed traffic.

Manage time to ensure that duties are complete and in anacceptable

and timely manner.

Ability to maintain positive communication under

difficultsituations.

Demonstrate expertise regarding contract requirement,policies and

procedures relating to contract management and documentation.

Selective Preference(s):

Four years experience or two years journey level experience in inspection of highway construction, hot mix and concrete plans or performing administrative or advanced engineering and construction records maintenance and related duties. A Bachelor\'s degree in engineering or closely related curriculum may be substituted for the required experience. ATTI & ACI certifications. Any combination of training and experience that meets the KSAs may be substituted. Erosion Control Coordinator (ERCC).

Pre-Employment Requirements:

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate drivers license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license record ch

State of Arizona, DES HR

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