Utilities Relocation Technician 1 - Capital Programs (PN 20052868)

Utilities Relocation Technician 1, Capital Programs, PN 20052868

What You Will Do:

• Review permit applications & plans for proposed work within state from companies & local governmental agencies.
• Independently review & approve right-of-way use permits.
• Inspect work of contractors & personnel performing work on state highway right-of-ways, as authorized by permit, to ensure work is being performed in accordance with submitted approval plans & specifications & provide instruction as needed.
• Conduct onsite physical inspections of utility construction projects involving relocation &/or adjustment of utility facilities.

Benefits To You:

• Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
• Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.
• Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
• Receive regular pay increases; 1st increase after 4 months.
• Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.
• Experience growth opportunities within organization. 
• Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
• Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution. 

For a list of all the State of Ohio benefits, please visit the Total Rewards website!

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in reading construction & right of way plans; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in public relations; valid driver’s license.
• -Or equivalent of Minimum Qualifications For Employment noted above.
• Job Skills: Utilities

Valid driver's license required.

The selection process for this position will include a structured interview.  Candidate responses to the interview questions will be scored and the selection will be made in accordance with the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract.

This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.

All bargaining unit new hires must serve a one (1) year probationary period.

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.