Maryland DOT - Maryland State Highway Administration
SALARY $62,220.00 – $96,790.00 Annually
Nature of Work: This position reports directly to the Team Leader for the Liquid Asphalt Laboratory. It will function as the Senior Technician for the liquid asphalt laboratory testing program, review the work of permanent and consultant staff, and assist the team leader in this position. This is an advanced, technical position in the field of materials evaluation used in highway construction and design, and requires a thorough understanding of the properties of these materials. The position may receive guidance from the Liquid Asphalt Laboratory Engineer or Field Engineer and will be responsible for specific tasks and projects to assist in the operations of the section. The Senior Laboratory Technician will perform complex and advanced testing for the liquid asphalt laboratory team and help develop strategies to improve the team and its testing mission. This role will apply techniques, engineering principles, and applicable policies and standards to a variety of efforts related to liquid asphalt materials designated for highway construction and operational improvement. The Senior Laboratory Technician is responsible for maintaining all liquid asphalt testing equipment to meet American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Accreditation criteria.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in technical engineering related work in the areas of design, traffic, construction, materials testing, engineering surveys, maintenance, or planning.
Selective Qualification: Four (4) years of experience performing materials testing of which Two (2) years must involve liquid asphalt testing.
Licenses & Certifications
- Candidate must possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the state of Maryland.
- Candidate must obtain Plant Level 1 certification within two years of employment.
To apply for this job email your details to tcummings@mdot.maryland.gov