County Maintenance Engineer (Division 11, Avery County)

NCDOT; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation in Avery County seeks a County Maintenance Engineer to oversee planning, supervision, and execution of road maintenance programs. The role requires engineering expertise and strong leadership to ensure safe, cost-effective operations and compliance with policies.

Responsibilities include managing personnel and equipment, coordinating contracts, and maintaining communications with the public and officials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and two years of progressively responsible experience.
• May require professional engineer registration by the state.
• Experience supervising multiple projects and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor the county road maintenance program to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Communicate effectively with the public, local governments, and staff.

Skills

Project management

Engineering skills

Cost tracking

Staff supervision

Public meetings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

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 ANTICIPATED VACANCY AND WILL BE AVAILABLE 10/01/2026*** This position will serve as County Maintenance Engineer for Avery County. The employee in this position will be expected to manage, plan, and supervise all road maintenance for Avery County in accordance with established policies and procedures. This position will ensure efficient and safe use of personnel, equipment, and materials; to formulate a comprehensive highway maintenance program within limits of budget; supervise and evaluate the performance of other employees, communicate effectively; maintain positive working relationships; and operate motor vehicle safely. The selected candidate should have considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and highway maintenance methods and techniques. The employee in this position will use professional engineering skills and knowledge to solve difficult highway maintenance problems and to accomplish force account construction projects.

Duties of this position include supervising and monitoring the maintenance program to ensure efficient and safe use of personnel, equipment, and materials. Other duties include supervising and evaluating the performance of other employees. Selected candidate should have considerable knowledge of the use and operations of all field and office engineering instruments, ability to understand, explain and administer contracts, ability to interpret plans, provisions and specifications, ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations. The employee in this position will be expected to formulate a comprehensive highway maintenance program within the limits of budget and data. The selected candidate must be able to communicate effectively and maintain positive working relationships with the general public, local governments, fellow employees, etc. The selected candidate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle to perform field investigations. Must be able to traverse uneven terrain, including steep slopes and work in extreme conditions such as ice, snow, dust, high volumes of traffic, and extreme temperatures/weather conditions. Work includes emergency situations, nights, and weekends. Safety toe footwear is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Experience in the management of multiple projects and scheduling and directing multiple work crews.
• Experience in the use of professional engineering skills and knowledge to troubleshoot and solve highway maintenance problems.
• Experience in tracking cost expenditures in various account systems on multiple large projects.
• Experience in conducting meetings with employees, citizens and public officials to conduct investigations and resolve various issues.
• Experience in supervising the work of others.

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. Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

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.

In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.