Transportation Engineering Technologist - Kanawha County

The Transportation Engineering Technologist (TRETCNO) will assist in management of the Bridge Heavy Maintenance Section of the Operations Division. Duties will include technical advice and oversight of the Statewide Cenforce Heavy Maintenance Crew in developing details and project coordination of Bridge Repair Plans. The incumbent will also supervise a Transportation Engineering Technician, Associate, or Trainee. In this position, the employee will assess the condition of bridges through inspection reports and site visits, then design repairs based on findings. The findings are then made into actionable plan sets using Microstation CAD software. Bridge knowledge is preferred. Performs related duties as required. Some travel may be required.

For assistance in obtaining the proper TRETCN Level 5 certification or pre-certification:

• Please contact the WV Transportation Engineering Technician Board by phone at (304) 414-6836 or email DOHWVTRETBOARD@wv.gov for further information.
• Please click the link for the WV Transportation Engineering Technician Certification (WVTRET) website for further information.

• Provide managerial oversight for subordinate supervisors and the program/projects to which they are assigned.
• Evaluate the work of subordinate supervisors and employees.
• Review and/or calculate technical data relating to engineering and construction projects.
• Review project design and construction plans prepared by consultants.
• Communicate with consultant engineers to discuss prospective or ongoing projects and plans.
• Perform field reviews of engineering and construction projects.
• Meet with various parties having an interest in projects, including representatives of state government, legislators, community leaders, regulators, and other interest groups.
• Monitor and manage budgets associated with projects.
• Read and interpret complex design and construction plans. 
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, and regulations governing contracts, consultant agreements, purchasing, employment, and other matters.
• Knowledge of the internal operation of the Division of Highways.
• Knowledge of plan and specification requirements of the Division of Highways.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.
• Ability to supervise others.

REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION 
• Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
OR
• Pre-Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.

• Please contact the WV Transportation Engineering Technician Board by phone at (304) 414-6836 or email DOHWVTRETBOARD@wv.gov for further information.
• Please click the link for the WV Transportation Engineering Technician Certification (WVTRET) website for further information.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 
• No prior experience required

Special Requirement: Employees functioning as a licensed land surveyor must have a current state license from the State Board of Examiners for Land.