TxDOT's Abilene District is searching for a temporary Material/Process Tech III Trainer in Abilene, TX! This position reports directly to the Director of Construction and works to perform testing and inspections in laboratories, plants and points of supply, providing training to laboratory staff. This is a temporary, full-time position, which will last a duration of approximately 60 days.

Work Location: Abilene District Lab @ 4250 North Clack Street, Abilene, Texas 79601

Temporary Material Process Technician III Trainer, A16 $37,200 - $55,130.00 Yearly

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

Performs routine and non-routine material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and/or at points of supply. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Material/Process Tech III:

Independently performs routine and non- routine material tests; as required moves material samples.
Informs plant personnel of material or production problems, rejects substandard material and assists in determining cause for material problems.
Inspects manufacturing processes and plant equipment in a manufacturing plant or inspects materials at point of supply to ensure materials conform to Department specifications.
Investigates compaction problems associated with hot mix asphaltic concrete.
Maintains and assists in calibrating equipment.
Reports test results to field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems.
Travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs, meet with supervisors and managers to resolve problems and perform unannounced inspection of operations.
Cleans laboratory.
Maintains a diary of inspection or test details.
Prepares and types correspondence, reports and supporting documents; files, orders supplies and equipment.
Prepares inspection or test reports.
Records test data on worksheets and performs calculations to convert raw data into specific units of measurement.
Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for
Works on core drill or auger rig crew.
Conducts pavement evaluations in the field.
Handles material or production problems referred by less experienced inspectors.
Independently performs advanced material tests, inspects manufacturing processes and plant equipment in a manufacturing plant or inspects materials at point of supply to ensure conformance to Department specifications.
Maintains and calibrates equipment.
Performs tests and inspection duties and trains laboratory staff accordingly.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

Material/Process Tech III: 4 years laboratory work, material inspection or other eng-related activities.

(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Aggregates and asphalt
Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
Laboratory testing procedures and methodologies
Soil types
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
Conducting laboratory tests
Calibrating equipment
Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry
Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files and reports
Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
Using applicable electronic test equipment
Maintaining a safe working relationship
Maintaining a safe working environment
Communicate effectively
Follow verbal and written instructions

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise
Subject to vibration
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information