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Working Title: Plant Monitor

Job Class: Transportation Generalist Senior

Agency: Transportation Department

• Job ID : 82461

• Location : Baxter

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 12/10/2024

• Closing Date : 12/24/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Department / Transportation-District 3-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : District 3A - Brainerd / Construction Baxter

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.28 - $33.98 / hourly; $54,872 - $70,950 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Construction Baxter

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

*The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Job Duties:

The primary focus of this position is to assist the Plant Coordinator and/or Project supervisor under general supervision by performing Quality Assurance in sampling and testing materials/ and monitoring Quality Control testing and production of bituminous and concrete mixes produced for MnDOT projects to ensure that they meet the required project specifications. This position may also perform daily assigned contract administration work, such as testing and project documentation.

Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to:

• Monitors concrete and bituminous plants to ensure materials meet specifications and requirements.

• To serve as a Quality Assurance Inspector for both Bituminous and Concrete Plants.

• Collect and submit all necessary bituminous, concrete, and aggregate samples.

• Contract Administration (Road & Bridge Construction). Complete needed tasks on construction projects so that assigned projects are constructed in accordance with the intent of the plans, specifications, and special provisions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certifications required at the time of hire: Aggregate Production, Level 1 Bituminous Plant and Level 1 Concrete Plant.

• Ability to obtain Level 2 Bituminous Plant and Level 2 Concrete Plant within 12 months of hire.

• Valid Class D drivers license.

Exam Part 1: The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist Senior level can be achieved with:

• Two years of experience performing contract administration (concrete and bituminous plant inspection) activities or related activities;

OR

• A combination of one year of experience in any of the following areas may substitute for one year of performing contract administration (concrete and bituminous plant inspection) activities: bridge maintenance, bridge safety inspection, contract administration (roadway and/or bridge construction), design, hydraulics, materials, soils, permits, planning, predesign, right of way, road surface/roadside maintenance, signs, surveys, snow/ice, and/or traffic engineering.

• Note:A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees:Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Exam Part 2: Applicants that are made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. The required passing score for the Math portion is a level 5 or higher and the Reading portion is a level 5 or higher. (Acceptance of the offer is contingent on passing a math and reading assessment test.) If you’ve previously taken and passed the math and reading assessments, you may be exempt from retesting. Please check with your district HR office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist

• Aggregate Production, Level 2 Bituminous Plant, and/or Level 2 Concrete Plant.

Physical Requirements

A pre-placement physical examination is required for this position. Current employees who have successfully bid or are moving into specific job classifications will be required to complete the pre-employment physical exam. The scope of the physical exam will be limited to whether the employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in compliance with state and federal law.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

• Pre-employment physical

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.