Engineering Technician I

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina seeks an Engineering Technician I to oversee contract vegetation management and perform inspections across multiple counties. The role requires strong skills in contractor interaction and construction plans interpretation. Ideal candidates must possess an Associate’s degree in a relevant field and be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Benefits

Full State Benefits

Paid parental leave

Health insurance options

Standard retirement plans

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate experience interacting with contractors and the general public.
• Required education: Associate’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in reading highway and landscape construction plans is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as regional project inspector for vegetation management operations.
• Conduct inspections for mowing and roadside maintenance contracts.
• Assist with emergency operations such as snow and ice removal.

Skills

Interacting with contractors

Reading construction plans

Team environment experience

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

Salary Grade NC07 $35,984-$62,971

This is a repost. Previous applicants will need to reapply in order to be considered.

This posting will be used to fill an Engineering Technician I position within Division 14 Roadside Environmental Unit. Position will serve as a regional project inspector for various contract vegetation management operations and other Roadside Environmental functions. Employee will perform duties in Henderson, Transylvania, and Polk Counties and in any other locations as required throughout Division 14. The contract operations to be inspected include; but are not limited to, shoulder mowing, contour mowing, specialized mowing and hand trimming, mulch application, plant bed maintenance, litter removal, and contract rest area maintenance. Employee will be emergency contact for I-26 Rest Area in Polk County. Employee will assist Division Roadside Engineer with Selective Vegetation Removal site reviews and compliance inspections as well as provide field measurements necessary to determine contract quantities. As needed, employee will also inspect contract snow & ice removal as well as any other emergency operations. Employee must be able to work in outdoor environments and in all weather conditions and must be able to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays as necessary to fulfill inspection needs. Safety toe shoes required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Experience in interacting with contractors and general public
• Experience reading highway and/or landscape construction plans
• Experience using MS Word and Excel
• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments
  
  

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

Supplemental and Contact Information

Mildred Turpin at 828-331-5280

Applicants 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.

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 of the following best describes your level of experience in interacting with contractors and general public?

• None
• Limited
• Intermediate
• Advanced
  
  

03

Explain how you have experience in interacting contractors and general public.

04

Which of the following best describes your level of experience reading highway and/or landscape construction plans?

• None
• Less Than 1 Year
• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

05

Explain how you have experience reading highway and/or landscape constructions plans.

06

Which of the following best describes your level of experience using MS Word and Excel?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

07

Explain how you have experience using MS Word and Excel.

08

Which of the following 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
  
  

09

Explain how you have experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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