Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Engineering/Planning

Salary

$51,827.00 - $57,567.00

Job Profile

JC-02770702-65 - Engineering Technician II (Materials) (IFPTE Local 400 DOT)

Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

Opening Date

January 23, 2026

Closing Date

February 1, 2026

Job Requisition Number

JR100346 ENGR TECH II (MATERIALS) (Open)

Pay Grade

C00019 A

Classification

Engineering Technician II (Materials)

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under supervision, to perform civil engineering work, at the beginning level, in the area of specialization indicated by the title of the class of position; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the immediate supervision of a civil engineer or engineering technician of higher rank in accordance with specific instructions; work is reviewed frequently in process and upon completion for results obtained.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none. When required, may supervise the work of subordinate engineering technicians and/or other personnel assigned to assist.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Under supervision, in the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position:

Materials:

• To assist a professional civil engineer, or an engineering technician of a higher classification, in materials testing activities; to assist in the sampling and testing of aggregates, concrete, asphalt, steel and other materials used in highway or bridge construction; to prepare materials test reports; and to assist in materials research.

• To do related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A familiarity with the basic principles and practices of civil engineering applicable to the area of specialization indicated in the title of this class of position; a familiarity with the basic materials, elements and products currently used in the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position; a familiarity with computer software such as Microsoft Office; a familiarity with field equipment=, instruments, techniques and procedures applicable to the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position; a familiarity with and the ability to apply the basic principles of the system of measurement applicable to the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position; a familiarity with procedures, rules, guidelines and standards in the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position; the ability to read and interpret technical specifications and civil engineering plans, drawings and maps; the ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate and informative reports; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Graduation from senior high school including or supplemented by courses in accounting, mathematics, material sciences, computer-aided drawing or related academic subjects as are required in the area of specialization indicated by the title in the class of position; and

Experience: At least two (2) years of employment involving the performance of construction inspection, materials testing, surveying, computer-aided drafting or recordkeeping work which required the application of some accounting principles and the preparation of accurate reports as required in the area of specialization indicated by the title in the class of position.

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license as a condition of employment; must be physically fit to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.

Supplemental Information

Prefer someone with a background in construction materials testing and/or construction procedures.

The successful candidate may be required to work alternate schedules including nights and overtime based on the work being inspected.

Benefits

For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
 

Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.