Job Description

Job Responsibilities

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Serves as the Independent Assurance Inspector at the District 5 (Florence) Materials Laboratory for the Office of Materials and Research (OMR). Schedules and conducts Independent Assurance {IA) sampling and testing of aggregates, concrete, component materials, embankment, and base materials used on federal-aid and state projects in the nearby counties as determined by OMR's Independent Assurance Manager. Observes and verifies certified field technician sampling, testing procedures and equipment. Maintains required records and files for all assigned work and projects.



Schedules and conducts IA sampling and testing of asphalt plant mix, asphalt liquid binder, and asphalt roadway density of materials to be used on federal-aid, state, and local projects, as appropriate, in assigned areas of the state. Verifies District Asphalt Manager (DAM) personnel annually.



Assists the District Materials Engineer (DME) with oversight of the everyday operations of the laboratory. Acts as the DME in their absence. Performs laboratory testing as needed. Enters IA and other appropriate information into sample management programs and ProjectWise as required. Assists with instruction of SCOOT Technician Certification courses when needed.



Assists OMR's IA Manager and local Resident Engineers with investigation of sampling, testing, and material issues as well as with other tasks associated with the IA program. These duties may include performing final width measurements, calibration of assigned testing equipment, conducting meter surveys and leak tests on nuclear density gauges used by field offices, and performing rebound hammer testing on low-strength concrete.



Performs annual inspection and sampling of fine and coarse aggregate at sources in assigned areas of the state as well as neighboring states when necessary. Conducts IA sampling and testing of aggregate and concrete at prestressed concrete facilities in assigned areas of the state as well as neighboring states when necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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A high school diploma and four and one-half (4.5) years of progressively responsible engineering technician related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Attainment of a Technician Certification in accordance with the SCDOT Technician Certification Policy may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.



The physical demands for the essential functions involves frequent bending, kneeling, stooping and lifting up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May require occasional exposure to noise. May require working outside of normal work schedules and weekends.

Additional Comments

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The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.