Substitute Associate Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Job Description Step into the driver's seat of Michigan's future and join the team revolutionizing the state's most valuable structures. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Southwest Region is looking for a motivated individual with a passion for innovation, who is eager to learn, and be part of a fantastic team. Your skills will drive you to new heights and make a lasting impact on Michigan's transportation system.

See where your drive can take you going the extra mile with MDOT. As the next technician, you will be responsible for: Assisting unit in oversight of the construction program to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local rules and regulations. Preparing estimates and studies for Transportation Service Centers.

Providing administrative and technical assistance/support in controlling the safe and efficient movement of traffic on the highway system. Assisting MDOT technical staff in surveying, inspection, sampling, and testing of construction materials. Begin your journey with MDOT today.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (8) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (E10) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for. For additional information, please see the links below: Transportation Technician 8-E10 Position Description All about MDOT   Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S

and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. Required Education and Experience Education Possession of an Associate's degree in concrete technology, civil technology, construction technology, surveying technology, construction management, mathematics, or computer science.

Experience Transportation Technician 8 No specific type or amount is required. Transportation Technician 9 One year of experience equivalent to a Transportation Technician 8. Transportation Technician E10 Two years of experience equivalent to a Transportation Technician, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Technician 9.

Alternate Education and Experience Transportation Technician 8 - 12 Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher in an Applied Science or Science with 16 semester hours (24 term) credits in job specific or related course work qualifies for the Transportation Technician E10 level. OR Completion of 60 semester (90 term) credits including 24 semester (36 term) credits in any combination of course work in the following areas: structures, materials, soils, hydrology, surveying, design, bituminous, concrete, aggregate, chemistry, physics, geology, environmental science, computer science, highway or traffic technology, construction management, engineering, or mathematics may be substituted for the associate's degree. OR Four years of technician level experience consisting of quality control inspections, drafting, materials and testing, surveying, or traffic may be substituted for the Associate's degree.

OR Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and one year of related field experience may be substituted for the associate's degree. OR Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and three years experience equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker 9 may be substituted for the associate's degree. OR Current certification in bituminous (hot mix), concrete, density testing, or aggregate gradation and completion of 16 semester (24 term) credits in any combination of course work in the following areas: structures, materials, soils, hydrology, surveying, design, bituminous, concrete, aggregate, chemistry, physics, geology, environmental science, computer science, highway or traffic technology, construction management, engineering, or mathematics may be substituted for the Associate's degree.

Additional Requirements and Information To be considered for this position you must: Possess a valid driver's license. If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript.

Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc

Possession of the following within 12 months of the date of hire into the position and must maintain throughout employment in the position: Comprehensive Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control (SESC) certification. Construction Storm Water Operator (CSWO) certification. 1 of 4 industry certifications (aggregate, density, bituminous, or concrete View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/T/TransportationTechnician.pd MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises. If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac@michigan.gov. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.