Salary: $34,936.00 - $61,137.00 Annually
Location : Watauga County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 24-11560
Department: Dept of Transportation
Division: State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Opening Date: 09/11/2024
Closing Date: 9/18/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Engineering Technician I
Position Number: 60022280
Salary Grade: NC07
Description of Work
This position with NCDOT offers full , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. This is an entry-level position located in the District 2 Engineer's office in Watauga County. Employee in this position will support higher level technicians and Engineers in areas such as construction, materials sampling and testing, construction traffic control, design, surveys, and/or program/regulatory compliance. Position requires the performance of standardized tests, accurate record keeping, and making measurements and calculations of pay quantities in order to ensure contractor compliance with contract, plans, and specifications and adequate project documentation. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain certifications required to perform material sampling and testing. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, assist in project related survey work using various surveying equipment including GPS to provide proper line and grade for the construction of various roadways, structures, construction operations; independently performing a variety of calculations and computations to determine contract pay quantities; inspection for compliance and/or code; collection, organization and analysis of field data; review, modification and/or design of plans; analysis of engineering related data, products, and/or functions. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Employee will be expected to perform duties without constant supervision and must be able to read resource materials to determine answers to simple surveying requirements and inspections. Employee must be able to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner; both orally and written; and must have computer experience, including iPad and software. Employee must be able to maintain a positive working relationship with others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports Knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying Additional Expectations:
Employee responsibilities also include placing survey stakes, operating surveying instruments, cutting brush, and running test on materials, all in accordance with established policy and procedures. Employee will be responsible to inspect roadway and bridge projects. Position requires that employee have a close visual acuity to use testing instruments and equipment, to read plan details, to make accurate field measurements, and inspect roadway and structure component, and to climb on the substructure and superstructure of bridges. Employee may be expected to exercise limited decision making and judgement. Must be able to safely perform manual tasks involving the use of bush axes and other tools on steep and rough terrain. Must be able to apply Department safety program to operations. Must be able to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards present on construction sites including traffic, heights, and traversing rough, steep, and uneven terrain. Employee in this position will be subject to high volumes of traffic and extreme temperatures/weather conditions. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity such as walking, climbing, kneeling, and standing. Safely perform manual tasks involving the use of bush axes, sledgehammers and other tools. Work includes emergency situations, nights, and weekends. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. A valid NC Driver's License is preferred. Safety toe shoes are required.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Applicant must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.
For more information, please contact Sadie Schneider at (336)903-9119.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Yes No
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Which best describes your level of experience working in a team environment to complete assignments? None Less than 1 Year 1 - 2 Years 2 - 3 Years 3 or More Years
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Explain your experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.
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Which of the following best describes your level of experience maintaining standard daily records and reports? None Less than 1 Year 1 - 2 Years 2 - 3 Years 3 or More Years
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Explain how you have experience maintaining standard daily records and reports.
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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience? None Less than 1 Year 1 - 2 Years 2 - 3 Years 3 or More Years
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Explain how you have knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience.
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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software? None Less than 1 Year 1 - 2 Years 2 - 3 Years 3 or More Years
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Explain how you have knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software.
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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying? None Less Than 1 Year 1 - 2 Years 2 - 3 Years 3 or More Years
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Explain how you have knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.
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