Engineering Technician I

Department of Transportation; McLeansville (NC); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 65.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

The North Carolina Department of Transportation in Guilford County is seeking a technical professional for inspection, materials testing, surveying, and regulatory compliance duties in the McLeansville area. Daily tasks include diary entries, report preparation, and documentation of pay records.

Candidates must maintain relevant certifications and demonstrate the ability to perform construction calculations.

Qualificações

• Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or related discipline.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify.
• Trainee consideration possible if minimum requirements are not met.

Responsabilidades

• Support construction inspection, materials testing, project surveying and regulatory compliance.
• Inspect for compliance with contract documents, standards and specifications.
• Prepare diaries, material reports, pay records and perform construction calculations.
• Maintain certifications (QMS Asphalt, Concrete Testing, Borrow Pit Sampling, OSHA) and operate related equipment.

Conhecimentos

Team collaboration

Customer service

Computer literacy

Construction knowledge

Project scheduling

Formação

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related discipline

Ferramentas

iPad

Survey software

Descrição da vaga

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

This position is located in Guilford County in the McLeansville Resident Engineer’s Office. This position performs technical duties supporting engineers and other professionals in areas such as construction inspection, materials testing, project surveying, and program/regulatory compliance. Work functions may include inspection for compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications; testing of materials; review of plans; analysis of engineering-related data; and construction survey/layout.

Daily duties will include keeping diaries on project operations, completing various material reports, documenting pay records, performing construction calculation, and computer/iPad entry. Selected candidate must be able to perform construction related mathematical calculations.

Selected candidate will be required to acquire various certifications, including QMS Asphalt, Concrete Testing, Borrow Pit Sampling and OSHA Certifications. Selected candidate must be able to maintain these and all required certifications to perform the duties of this position.

Selected candidate must be able to perform concrete tests requiring lifting buckets of concrete and perform density tests on soils and aggregates requiring digging, weighing, and measuring volumes. Ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the general public.

Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies: Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC07 $37,377 - $65,408

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software.
• Experience in customer service and interacting with the general public.
• Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.
• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.

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; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum Education and Experience or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position, the agency may consider for this position, a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements.

Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted accordingly as the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education and experience to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.

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.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina.

We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

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Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees.

Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree.

Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

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