Engineering/Physical Sciences Technician I or II (Highway Materials Testing) - Evans

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.

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#LI-POSTAbout the Work Unit
The Evans Materials Unit provides accurate, responsive, and timely materials expertise and technical support to assure high-quality and cost-efficient materials for the design, construction, and maintenance of Colorado's Transportation System.
About the Position
This position conducts testing on a variety of construction and maintenance materials, both in the Region Lab and in mobile testing laboratories. During the typical "paving season", the position primarily performs flexible pavement testing and support for outlying projects utilizing the Region's mobile testing laboratories, as well as equipment management and maintenance of said mobile labs. During the typical winter months, this position shifts to the Region Lab in Evans to primarily conduct Materials Testing on a variety of construction & maintenance materials developed in the preliminary pavement design phase. This position may also check documentation of construction finals as outlined in the applicable CDOT Field Materials Manual.

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform acceptance testing and project support from a mobile laboratory; requires frequent overnight travel to throughout northeastern Colorado, especially to the eastern plains;
• Perform Materials Testing on a variety of construction and maintenance materials at the main lab in Evans; testing includes a broad variety of materials including significant soils testing for pavement design;
• Maintain and keep laboratory equipment calibrated and in good working order; obtain parts and supplies and make repairs as needed;
• Arrange for mobile laboratory transport from location to location, including site review, preparing equipment and contents for travel, as well as electrical, water, and data connections;
• Review data on construction and research project test results for completeness, accuracy, and conformity to specifications;
• Re-test materials when needed and report any problems to the Region Lab Manager, Project Engineers, and/or Project Consultants;
• Other job duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Primarily Monday-Friday 40-hour work week
• Frequent overnight travel during construction season, requiring reporting for work in remote locations with the mobile laboratory
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles
• Work in variety of weather conditions near high-speed traffic
• Works with variety of hazardous materials

There is one position available that will be filled at either the EPST I or ESPT II classification level. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

• Pay range for EPST I is $2,292-$2,375.07/biweekly.
• Pay range for EPST II is $2,406.46-$2,604.92/biweekly.

Minimum Qualifications for ESPT I Level

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).

AND

• At least four years of experience in monitoring construction projects by conducting Materials Testing, project inspection, and documentation.

Special Qualifications for EPST I Level
Must have the following certifications at time of application:

• CAPA Asphalt Technician Certification in Levels A and B
• WAQTC Embankment & Base Technician

Minimum Qualifications for ESPT II Level

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).

AND

• At least five years of experience in monitoring construction projects by conducting Materials Testing, project inspection, and documentation.

Special Qualifications for EPST II Level
Must have the following certifications at time of application:

• CAPA Asphalt Technician Certification in Levels A, B, and C
• ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician Levels 1 and 2, or as an alternative ACI Concrete Strength
• WAQTC Embankment & Base Technician

Substitutions for both EPST I and EPST II Levels:

• Coursework from an accredited college or university in Construction Project Management, Engineering, or Chemistry will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. If using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcript that shows your name, the name of your college or university, and your completed coursework and credit hours.

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.
• Must obtain certification through CDOT's School of Radiological Safety & Nuclear Gauge Operation within 12 months of hire.
• If hired at the EPST I level, would be expected to obtain CAPA Asphalt Technician Level C and ACI Concrete Strength Testing certifications within one year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications
Theexceptional applicantwill be an experienced Materials Tester and will 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;
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with the CDOT Field Materials Manual and the Laboratory Manual of Test Procedures;
• Knowledge and experience with CDOT specific Materials Testing, AASHTO/ASTM standards, or AMRL and CCRL accreditation programs;
• Certifications in WAQTC Embankment & Base, LabCAT Level A, B, and C; ACI Lab Testing Tech 1 & 2 or Concrete Strength, and CDOT's School of Radiological Safety and Nuclear Gauge Operation or similar Radiation Safety Officer;
• Knowledge and experience inspecting, calibrating, and maintaining testing equipment;
• Knowledge and experience in reading and interpreting engineering project plans;
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments;
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
• Interpersonal and relationship-building skills;
• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability;
• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability;
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
• Passion for safety;
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Google Applications (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets), SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Applicant Checklist
Complete Applications must include the following documents:

1. A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
2. 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.)
3. Copies of the required certifications.
4. 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.
5. 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:

1. 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.
2. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

• Part of, 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.

1. 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, no...