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Pierre, South Dakota, United States the South Dakota State Government Full time
Job ID: 34607
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Planning and Engineering / Office of Materials & Surfacing
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: $22.19 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: G
Closing Date: 02/06/2026

This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit .

The position of a Journey Transportation Technician (Asphalt Mix Design Journey Technician) performs tests necessary to verify or design hot mix asphalt for highway construction. Duties may include, but are not limited to verifying, logging, and storing mineral aggregate and hot mix asphalt mix material samples; performing mineral aggregate and hot mix asphalt material testing; performing laboratory equipment inventory; calibrating, standardizing, checking, and maintaining laboratory equipment; purchasing laboratory supplies to ensure adequate supplies are available; and maintaining a laboratory to ensure a fully functional laboratory at all times.

Physical dexterity to perform highway construction material testing, routine standing, and ability to lift 30 to 50 pound material samples and occasionally maneuver up to 100 pounds is necessary. Predominately indoor work environment with exposure to dust, chemicals, noise, heat, and very hot materials. Normal working hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Alternative work schedule may be available. Very limited travel. South Dakota driver's license would be beneficial.

Certification in one or more materials testing areas and/or one or more inspection areas may be required within the first year of employment. Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation.

What the SDDOT Offers:
  • Health insurance (low and high deductible plans which include a $0 premium employee-only coverage plan)
  • Well-being program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Dental and Vision
  • Health savings account
  • Free basic life insurance policy
  • Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
  • Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
  • Sick leave (14 days per year)
  • Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
  • Military leave (15 days per year)
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Longevity pay
  • Semimonthly pay periods
  • Eligibility for meal per diems
The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Asphalt Mix Design Journey Technician is approximately $65,680.00 annually.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
An associate's degree in civil engineering technology, a related field, or experience in materials testing is preferred.

Knowledge of:
  • civil engineering technology practices (preferred but not required);
  • materials used for highway construction.
Skill to:
  • operate, calibrate, and maintain materials testing equipment (preferred but not required);
  • accurately perform mathematical functions;
  • operate computers and use Microsoft software.
Ability to:
  • display high standards of ethical conduct;
  • attend to details of assignments and complete work properly, accurately, and thoroughly;
  • display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
  • set priorities, schedule activities, acquire resources, and monitor progress to ensure the successful completion of projects and assignments;
  • work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals;
  • treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
  • safely move, drag, and lift 30 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 100 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance).
Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation View more about this opportunity here: .

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
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