Engineering Assistant — Field Inspector (Roads & Bridges)

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Assistant (S) to support inspection, maintenance, and operation of state roads. You will perform basic field surveying, document construction progress, and assist engineers and supervisors with on-site tasks.

The role requires reading plans, accurate data entry, and attention to safety in varied weather and traffic conditions. Training in GIS, Outlook and Excel is expected to support daily duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain construction plans and specs.
• Basic math concepts and data entry skills for records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and document highway and bridge construction activities on site.
• Assist technicians and engineers with field surveys and measurements.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for project files.

Skills

Record keeping

Reading plans

Math concepts

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GIS

Outlook

Excel

Job description

NC Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Assistant (S) to support inspection, maintenance, and operation of state roads. You will perform basic field surveying, document construction progress, and assist engineers and supervisors with on-site tasks.

The role requires reading plans, accurate data entry, and attention to safety in varied weather and traffic conditions. Training in GIS, Outlook and Excel is expected to support daily duties.