About this role
Manage data collection and assist in the execution of the Pavement Management Program. To provide engineering technical support and assistance to assigned program area.
How you will contribute:
- Communication: Communicate with VDOT staff as well as external staff (consultants, localities, etc.) to proactively resolve issues. Advise supervisor on critical developments and field observations.
- Data Collection: Maintain accurate construction and maintenance history in pavement management databases. Generate pavement management sections for pavement evaluation and collection of pavement condition data.
- Engineering Technology: Apply advance principles and practices of engineering technology to assigned program areas. Interpret policies and procedures and apply in daily work assignments.
- Field Reviews and Inspections: Review or inspect field work being performed by VDOT staff or contractors. Determine compliance with policies, procedures and standards.
- Project Documentation: Document, enter and complete required data such as work orders , schedules or records. Provide technical assistance to field staff and contractors and provide training.
- Records Maintenance: Compile and maintain automated and written reports and project records for assigned program areas. Records are maintained in accordance with guidelines and policies.
- Rideability Program: Administer the Rideability Program for pavement evaluation and scoping for next re-surfacing schedules.
- Schedule Development: Assist with the development of annual pavement resurfacing schedules.
- Technical Assistance: Address questions, policies and procedures related to assigned program area. Provide support to field personnel. Provide guidance related to VDOT policy and standards.
- Technical Assistance: Provide assistance to District Maintenance, Materials and Pavement Management Engineers as needed.
- Testing Forms Submittal: Prepare and submit required forms for non-destructive pavement distress testing.
- Time Management: Demonstrate knowledge of all project activities and deliverables. Manage time to ensure project work is completed efficiently and within timeframes established by supervisor. Inform supervisor in a timely manner regarding issues which may affect the scheduled completion of an assignment.
What will make you successful:
- Ability to assist with preparation of maintenance contracts.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
- Ability to create and update pavement section and layer history data.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures related to VDOT's program areas.
- Ability to interpret pavement plans, specifications and contracts.
- Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
- Ability to provide training and guidance to other technicians.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
- Knowledge of HTRIS, RNS and PMS data collection, editing and file maintenance.
- Knowledge of pavement distress types and severity levels.
- Knowledge of pavement materials properties and testing procedures.
- Skill in the use of computers and job-relevant software programs.
- Technical knowledge of pavement management and methods.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to apply statistical concepts in analyzing data.
- Ability to obtain required materials certifications within reasonable period of employment.
- Ability to prepare oral and written technical reports.
- Ability to read, interpret pavement plans, specifications and contracts.
- Knowledge of engineering aspects of highway materials usage.
- Knowledge of highway construction and maintenance materials.
- Knowledge of material sampling and testing principles.
- Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include database applications.
- Valid driver's license.
Additional Considerations:
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, or related field desired.
- Applicable materials certifications to include: asphalt, concrete, soils and aggregates, pavement markings, etc.
- DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector or Designer certification.
- Experience in data collection processes and schedule development.
- Experience in pavement management to include pavement ratings, properties, sampling and testing procedures.
- Guardrail (GRIT) certification.
- Hazardous Waste (DOT) - RCRA certification.
- Radiation Safety (Nuclear Gauge) certification.
Click below to learn more about the Competency Model associated with this Position:
Competency Model (https://etgi.fa.us8.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_4005/pages/8012)
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements
VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
VDOT Code of Ethics (https://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp)
Standards of Conduct (https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/docs/default-source/hrpolicy/pol1-60--standards-of-conduct-eff-1-1-2025.pdf?sfvrsn=7c0d724e_0)
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements