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Form of workThis position is only open to Colorado state residents.
This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).
New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.
About CDOT
Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans' lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you will have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits package!
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CDOT's strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.
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About the Work Unit
The North Program Loveland Residency is responsible for the design, construction, and management of projects within Region 4 of the Colorado Department of Transportation.
About the Position
As an Engineering Assistant III, you will work under the supervision and guidance of a licensed Professional Engineer, applying and implementing engineering theories, principles, and standards to highway projects. The position will carry out established work processes and operations pertaining to design plans and construction inspection/oversight and learn to take on progressively more complex assignments.
Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Learn to prepare quality engineering plans, specifications, and estimates (PS & E) for roadway designs by applying current engineering principles and theories, design specifications, and Federal, State, and local design standards to develop safe, efficient, and economical project designs. This includes supporting the Engineer regarding layouts, alignments, standard designs, tabulation, specifications, quantities, acquisitions and clearances. Utilize a variety of software, including Gmail, Bentley MicroStation and OpenRoads; AASHTOware Project; MS Word, Excel, and Project, SAP and PMO specific computer software programs.
On active construction projects, learn to act as field project tester of materials incorporated into the project. Materials include soils, Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA), concrete and other associated items. Enter all test related material into LIMS system. Assure that all requirements of CDOT Field Material Manual are met. Document all items incorporated in the work according to the CDOT Field Materials Manual.
Provide office engineering support by learning to prepare a complete and accurate account of pay quantities, project activities, correspondence, conditions, and problem resolutions by completing various written and computer-generated reports. Learns to compile and tabulate delivery tickets, as well as verify yield requirements. Obtain dimensions of placed, constructed, and/or installed items and calculates required areas, volumes, etc. Evaluates contractor materials to determine the acceptability to be incorporated or used in the constructed project.
Assist the Project Engineer in the final checking of plan sheets, project specifications, project correspondence, and payments both during design and construction phases of projects. Assure accuracy and compliance with established standards and policies on all plans by CDOT staff and consultants.
Learn to apply the plans, specifications, M & S Standards, and project notes in the inspection of contractors' work to assure conformance to specifications by assisting in performing detailed inspections, and maintaining proper documentation.
Certifications to be obtained include CAPA, ACI, WAQTC, Radiological Nuclear Safety, LIMS and Sitemanager.
Other job duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
Primarily 8:00 am - 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, with opportunity for a flexible schedule
After a training period, you will likely work a hybrid schedule with a combination of in-office and remote work
Approximately 50% spent in the field, 50% spent in the office
Travel may be required during work hours to report to project sites to perform testing and inspection, and for training
Required to operate CDOT vehicles
Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED;
AND at least two (2) years of full-time experience in any combination of the following: working in building or skilled trades (e.g., welder, utilities, electrician, carpenter); assisting in the computer-aided design of plans or blueprints for architecture, construction, engineering, manufacturing, and/or survey; monitoring construction projects, conducting materials testing, or inspecting projects.
Substitutions:
Satisfactory completion of coursework from an accredited, non-correspondence college or university in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Project Management, Construction Management, Drafting or a field closely related to the Major Job Duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. A copy of an official or unofficial transcript must be submitted to verify this coursework.
Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Conditions of Employment
Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Theexceptional applicantwill possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:
Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
- Familiarity and interest in learning the engineering design and construction of transportation related projects;
- Interest in learning or working knowledge of engineering processes, theories, laws, principles, conceptual models, and best practices;
- A passion for safety;
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-moving environment, self-direct, and take initiative with minimum supervision;
- Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment;
- Strong communicator including interpersonal, written, and speaking skills;
- Analytical thinking, research, and problem solving skills;
- Strong attention to technical detail;
- Being open to change and new information; adapting behavior and work methods in response to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles;
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project), Gmail and Google Applications, Bentley MicroStation and OpenRoads, AASHTOware Project, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.
Applicant Checklist
Complete Applications must include the following documents:
A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.
Notifications:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.
The Hiring Process:
All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement
If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant.
Employment Screening
If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and...
