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Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineering Technician III (S)

Position Number

60016935

Grade

NC11

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

This is an Engineering Technician III position in the Division 2 New Bern Resident Engineer’s office serving as a lead project inspector supporting engineers in the daily contract administration of construction projects. The position will be responsible for monitoring project work and material to ensure conformance to specifications and contractual provisions. In this position, you will supervise and assist in training lower-level technicians, which includes Department employees as well as Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) staff. This position will also be responsible for addressing project staffing needs. You will be expected to perform and/or review project documentation including the work performed by other technicians to ensure that all material sampling and testing, project documentation, and project estimates are done correctly. Duties of this position also include resolving daily constructability issues and ensuring that traffic control and contractors’ operations are performed in accordance with the plans and standard drawings. Other duties include monitoring contractor progress to ensure timely completion of the projects and monitoring contractor compliance with subcontractors and DBE and Title VI Compliance. In this position, you will be expected to communicate and coordinate work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, media, and property owners. Work will involve a wide range of decision making and use of judgement. You will also assist higher level Engineers with other duties as instructed. This position is subject to work nights and weekends as needed in the performance of duties.

Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  Salary Grade: NC11 / Salary Range: $45,431 - $79,504

Management prefers applicants with the following:

  • Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems
  • Computer experience including office software and drafting software
  • Knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry)
  • Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures
  • Experience in taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports

Minimum Education and Experience

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Nancy Bell Gaddy

Email:

DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov

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