Construction Technician - Davenport RCE

Job Description The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking a detail-oriented individual who is passionate about accuracy of department projects as a Construction Technician. You will contribute your knowledge and skills towards our mission of Making Lives Better Through Transportation and our five Core Values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception through sampling, testing, and inspecting single season small to medium department projects. As a Construction Technician, you will balance your responsibilities between in office and on the roadway by: - Auditing and documenting project records for final payment - Inspecting projects according to the plans, specifications, and contract documents - Acting as the liaison with Iowa DOT staff, government officials, contractors, and the public - Maintaining detailed records of all project activities such as vouchers, as-builts, and progress reports by performing mathematical calculations to ensure compliance - Oversight of projects such as patching, crack sealing, overlays, etc. To be successful in this position, you will need high proficiency with typing and digital data entry due to a high volume of computer and software use. Location: Davenport Resident Construction Engineer Office Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. including some evenings and weekend work; must be able to travel and may be required to stay away from home overnight during assignments; must be available to work up to 16 consecutive hours. The position is subject to be on call 24 hours a day during emergency and/or weather conditions. Special Requirements - A CDL permit upon hire. - Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date.Entry Level Driver Training is available upon hire through the Iowa DOT. The multi-faceted training will help meet all state and federal regulations. - A successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse qu