DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Address: 1221 N. 21st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009

Unit: Central Materials Testing

Salary: $56,870.53

Grade: 19

Closing Date: 11/5/2024

This position is a technician in the mix design lab. Prepare samples and perform laboratory tests on asphalt concrete mix materials, including mix design samples, field samples, and research samples.

Perform laboratory tests on aliphatic concrete materials.

Clean laboratory work area and equipment.

Calibrate laboratory equipment.

Technical training for self. Coach, mentor, and train new employees.

Perform mathematical computations.

Enter laboratory data into computer.

Prepare samples for shipping to referee labs. May be required to drive a State vehicle.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge in:
- American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), and Arizona Test Methods.
- ADOT construction standards and specifications.
- Asphalt mixtures physical properties.

Skill in:
- Mathematics and computation.
- Laboratory sample preparation and testing.
- Various computer programs including Microsoft Office and Google Workplace.

Ability to:
- Multitask and keep track of different tests happening at the same time.
- Mentor and train other employees.

Strong background in laboratory sciences particularly in asphalt mix testing.

Arizona Technical Testing Institute (ATTI) Soils certification must be obtained with 18 months of hire.
Arizona Technical Testing Institute (ATTI) Asphalt certification must be obtained with 18 months of hire.

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.

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