DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

4511-PRESCOTT CONSTRUCTION
6989 E. 2nd Street
Prescott Valley, AZ  86314

Salary: $57,315.97-$67,315.97 

Anticipated salary: $62,315.97

Grade: 20

Closing Date: January 5, 2026

Serves as a lead technician under the direction of the Engineer-In-Charge or designated representative. Coordinates activities on highway construction projects Including survey, quality control, Inspections and project lab. Inspects and documents complex contract Items, such as structures and concrete or asphalt pavement and performs related duties as necessary due to staffing requirements. May function as the primary contact for contractors, consultants and ADOT work activities of the construction project office as well as resolve conflict. Initiate change orders, or force accounts, schedules and reviews completed work of other employees and provides training. Emergency overtime may be required as well as overnight travel throughout the District and State of Arizona.

Perform construction project Inspection, survey, documentation and testing as required for the area of assignment. Consults with contractors, local agencies and citizens to develop alternative solutions to resolve issues in conflict at the lowest level in the field and prepares recommendations for project management. Operate a state vehicle to and from job site. Review technical problems and develop procedures and recommendations for resolution of Issues related to the area of assignment. Review, verify and approve calculations, test results and documentation related to the area of assignment.

Review of construction plans, specifications and documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state and local requirements. Develop work schedules, assign personnel and direct activities of personnel to meet overall expectations related to the area of assignment. Provide training, coaching and guidance to personnel as directed. Reviewing and/or preparing contract documents related to force accounts, change orders, supplemental agreements and final documentation for completed projects.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering related to the construction of the state highway system.
• Construction inspection methods, procedures, techniques, construction survey and materials testing, project.-related contracts, plans, specifications, documentation, verification and review, agency procedures, policies and practices.
• Federal, State and agency standards.
• Approved record-keeping and documentation.
• Materials and equipment used for highway construction and materials testing purposes.
• Google Workspace

SKILL IN:

• Analysis and preparation of data.
• Oral and written communication.
• Work scheduling and management.
• Reading and interpretation of plans and specification.
• Technical math.

ABILITY TO:

• Operate and maintain equipment for completion of assigned duties.
• Operate computer and multiple computer programs.
• Train others-Safely operate a state vehicle.

High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of experience in inspecting minor highway construction projects, hot mix asphalt and concrete plants, performing administrative and advanced engineering and construction records maintenance or related duties.

Valid Driver's License - This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3.

Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.