Civil Tech - Construction Inspector / Designer - Transportation Associate - Marshall, MN

What drives you? At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota’s nationally recognized transportation system.
We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading-edge transportation system.
You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good.
You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota.
You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization.
MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.
Job Details Working Title: Civil Tech - Construction Inspector / Designer - Transportation Associate - Marshall, MN Job Class: Transportation Associate Agency: Transportation Dept Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 02/03/2024 Closing Date: 02/22/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 8-AFSCME Division/Unit: District 8 - Willmar / Marshall Construction Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (Winter); Contractor Hours (Summer) Travel Required: No Salary Range: $21.
84 - $22.
50 / hourly; $45,601 - $46,980 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME Work Area: Marshall Project Delivery FLSA Status: Nonexempt Telework Eligible: No Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job.
Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to: Contract Administration Function: Learn to perform daily and routine work assisting with the inspection of construction plans according to MnDOT standards, including materials testing and documentation.
Learn to perform routine field testing of construction materials (i.
e.
grading and base, bituminous, concrete), analyze test results, verify material quality and determine if construction materials meet MnDOT Specifications.
Learn to perform design duties as instructed by the Project Engineer/Supervisor or take direction from the District 8 Design Squad.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Licensure: A valid MN Class "D" Driver's license Exam Part 1 - Experience: The level of experience to perform this job can be achieved with the following: • Must obtain Aggregate Production Certification within one year of hire.
• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.
Exam Part 2: Receipt of a passing score of Level 5 or higher on the math portion of the computerized test and Level 5 or higher on the computerized reading test.
The job offer is contingent on passing a basic math and reading test.
***Resume must clearly demonstrate meeting the minimum qualifications to advance in our process.
*** Preferred Qualifications • Concrete Plant 1, Bituminous Street, Concrete Field 1, Grading and Base 1.
• Previous MnDOT experfence working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist Physical Requirements A pre-placement physical examination is required for this position.
Current employees who have successfully bid or are moving into specific job classifications will be required to complete the pre-employment physical exam.
The scope of the physical exam will be limited to whether the employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in compliance with state and federal law.
Additional Requirements All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the following pre-employment checks: • Driver's License verification • Crfminal Background Check • Employment Reference Check • SEMA4 Verification (for current state employees) Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page.
If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.
mn.
us.
For additional information about the application process, go to https://www.
mn.
gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Laura Kanten at laura.
kanten@state.
mn.
us or 320-444-7301.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Laura Kanten at laura.
kanten@state.
mn.
us.
Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve.
The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony.
As an employee, your benefits may include: Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 11 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers.
The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities.
If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.
mn.
us and indicate what assistance is needed.
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities.
Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation.
Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.
dot@state.
mn.
us; or by calling Janet Miller at 651-366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: https://www.
dot.
state.
mn.
us/policy/hr/hr009.
html.