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State of Tennessee · 23 hours ago

TDOT REGION TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST - 12232025-73694

Rutherford County, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$6,544/mo - $8,454/mo

3+ years exp

The State of Tennessee is seeking a TDOT Region Technician Specialist to contribute to the uniform application of department policies related to transportation infrastructure. This role involves providing technical expertise, overseeing data collection and analysis, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure project consistency and innovative solutions.

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Responsibilities

Serve as a field-level expert in their applicable discipline-specific area

Serve as the field-level expert in the interpretation and application of statutes, policies, plans, specifications, standards, grant language requirements, contract requirements, funding applications, financial reporting, and documentation activities

Assist in the research, development, and implementation of technical guidance to address recurring issues on projects and programs

Use advanced computer software applications and technical field/laboratory equipment to analyze, model, design, and report numeric and technical engineering and financial data sets

As part of a matrix organization, coordinate with the Project Manager and Project Team regarding potential impacts to the scope, schedule, and/or budget for projects and programs

Assist with multidisciplinary reviews for projects as part of the Quality Assurance process on exceedingly complex projects and statewide programs

Perform consultant prequalification, selection, invoice processing, and performance assessments

Participate in Risk Management Assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies

Identify conflicts in proposed designs, make recommendations, and coordinate proactive solutions with other disciplines to ensure the needs of the project are met in all phases

Participate in the scope development, selection, and administration of alternative delivery contracts on all phases of the project

Attend, serve at, and facilitate public meetings as a department representative, proactively addressing customer needs and concerns

Lead and participate in statewide technical committees

Provide feedback to Regions, local government partners, consultants, contractors, and legislators on grants, projects, and programs and provide resolution for complex issues

Engage and manage consultants to provide professional services pertaining to the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of transportation systems and facilities

Operate light-duty vehicles

Qualification

Project delivery methodsRisk managementContract principlesTechnical writingData analysisCommunication skillsCritical thinkingInnovative conceptsPublic speakingTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description

Master's Degree and 3 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description

Possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid for use in operating vehicles in the State of Tennessee

Skilled in the ability to communicate effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner

Skilled in critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions

Skilled in working on project teams

Skilled in the ability to analyze a process and offer actionable feedback for use in improving the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the existing process

Skilled in the development of contract principles and applications

Skilled in the ability to identify and mitigate risk associated with transportation projects

Knowledgeable in the project delivery methods, including design/bid/build and alternative delivery

Knowledgeable in state and federal regulations/requirements for development and construction of projects

Knowledgeable in critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions, independently

Knowledgeable in advanced technical writing

Knowledgeable in research and exploration of innovative technical concepts

Ability to develop applications for how to apply innovative technical concepts to transportation projects

Ability to research and explore innovative technical concepts and develop applications for how to apply those concepts to transportation projects

Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal/written and public speaking skills, interacting with others in a professional and courteous manner, including internal/external stakeholders, consultants, landowners, and governmental agencies

Ability to resolve conflicts, coach and motivate others, build high-performing teams, and create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment

Incorporating overtime, weekends, and night shifts into their schedules as work schedules dictate

Extended durations outdoors in extreme weather conditions

Working in and around construction and vehicular traffic

Walking on uneven terrain

Climbing ladders and construction scaffolding

Carrying equipment and samples in excess of 25 pounds

Driving long distances as required to perform daily duties

Performing work in which personal protective equipment will be required to be worn

Sitting for extended periods while driving or working on computers

Standing for extended periods while working outdoors or in a laboratory setting

Company

State of Tennessee

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State government is the largest employer in Tennessee, with approximately 43,500 employees in the three branches of government.

Founded in 1796

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.tn.gov/

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