Transportation Materials Technician 2 (40 Hour)

The Department of Transportation, Office of Construction, Division of Materials Testing (DMT) is currently accepting applications for a Transportation Materials Technician 2.  This position is full time, 40 hours per week and is in the P-4 (Engineering and Scientific) bargaining unit.   This position may be located in the District 4 laboratory in Thomaston, providing support to construction projects in District 4, or may be located in the DMT Central Laboratory in Rocky Hill.  Qualified applicants interested in working in Thomaston and/or Rocky Hill are encouraged to apply.                                                                                                                                    

The Transportation Materials Technician 2 may perform physical tests and analyses of materials used in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure, may inspect facilities, equipment, and final products of sources of supply such as quarries and plants, may transport samples and records, and may perform other duties as detailed in the Example of Duties section below.  

Applicants are required to upload a cover letter with their submission (NOTE: in order to upload documents you must ensure that your internet browser’s ‘pop-up’ blocker is off. Failure to do so may prevent you from being able to upload documentation into JobAps. Questions about these required documents should be directed to Jackie Ouellette, DOT HR, 860-594-3107 or Jackie.Oullette@ct.gov

 

In the Department of Transportation, Division of Materials Testing this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of field and/or laboratory tasks in the physical and chemical testing of construction, maintenance, and other materials.

Reviews requests for and performs more advanced chemical and/or physical tests and analyses of the following materials: paints, asphalts, petroleum, concrete, and plastic products, expansion joints, cable fittings, rope, fuel oil, grease, varnish, bituminous mixtures, guide rail posts, sand, stone, steel, cement, seeds, soils, fertilizers, and herbicides; inspects the manufacturing procedures, equipment, and final products of such sources of supply as quarries, steel fabrication plants, concrete pipe plants, and bituminous and prestressed concrete plants; calibrates and maintains testing machines and laboratory apparatus and equipment; standardizes solutions and reagents; determines whether materials conform with State, Federal, and project specifications; reviews shop drawings; performs calculations and maintains records of observations and test results; assists in researching new materials or modifications of old materials; discusses problems, changes, and new procedures with producers; prepares reports and graphs of completed tests; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of physical and/or chemical testing of construction materials; knowledge of research methods; knowledge of manufacturing procedures and properties of construction materials and their uses; knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and techniques; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; ability to perform materials tests; ability to calibrate and maintain testing equipment; ability to standardize reagents; ability to utilize computer software; mathematical ability.

Four (4) years of experience in chemical and/or physical testing, analysis, or inspection of construction or maintenance materials including independent performance of tests such as extraction gradation, slump and air content for cement and concrete cylinder tests.

College training in natural sciences, construction technology, civil engineering or other related fields may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years for an Associate's degree.

Applications or resumes must include any job-relevant certifications and licenses held.  

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
2. A physical examination may be required.

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury due to toxic fumes, dust, or heavy machinery or equipment; may occasionally be required to lift heavy objects; may be exposed to environmental conditions such as noise and heavy traffic.

Interviews may be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Candidates may be required to verify any relevant certifications or licenses held.  Current State employees being considered for further steps in the hiring process will be required to submit their last two performance appraisals. Non-state employees being considered for further steps in the hiring process are subject to employment reference checks.   Applicants who are offered and accept employment with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available for review at:  www.ct.gov/ethics.  

 

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.