Engineering Technician I / District 1

North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Technician I to join their team in North Carolina. This entry-level role involves performing routine inspections on various construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract plans and specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in engineering concepts and the ability to communicate effectively with contractors and the public. With competitive salaries and full state benefits, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for career development in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Community service leave

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.
• Knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspection on contractor construction projects.
• Prepare documentation for pay estimates to the contractor.

Skills

Engineering concepts

Team collaboration

Customer service

Standards and specifications knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

iPad

Construction inspection tools

Job description

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Description of Work

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

All recommended salaries are based on each applicant’s qualifying education and related experience in combination with the position’s budgeted salary. The maximum hiring rate for this position is $57,047.

This position is based in the District 1 Office in Stanly County located at 615 Concord Rd, Albemarle. This position will perform routine inspection on a variety of contractor construction projects to ensure general compliance with contract plans, specification and standard drawings. Majority of work consists of inspection duties for driveway permits, encroachments and various District administered contracts such as Contract Resurfacing, etc. Maintain daily pay records and diaries in accordance with NCDOT Standards and Specifications. Ensure all materials incorporated into the project are sampled / tested per NCDOT guidelines. Prepare documentation for preparation of pay estimates to the contractor (District contracts only). Ability to attain NCDOT certifications for asphalt roadway paving, concrete testing, density, Aggregate and Borrow Pit sampling, and other certification as required/needed. Monitor all subcontractors on project to ensure adequate DBE or MB/WB participation per the contract. Perform labor interviews. Assist contractor's personnel and other technicians in interpreting the plans, contract and specifications. Serve as liaison between the contractor and the department and between the department and the public.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

Qualified applicants must submit an application that CLEARLY reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems
• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments
• Experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involves explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups
• Knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience
• Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software
  
  

Additional Expectations

Drive pickup truck, carryall, or automobile. May inspect the following: asphalt lay down; stone base construction; chemical stabilization; construction of fill sections; undercut; seeding/mulching; major concrete structures; curb and gutter; milling; driving piles; construction of drilled shafts; signal/sign installation; drainage; utility construction; erosion control; pavement markings; work zone traffic control; concrete pavement. Maintain effective working relations with other employees and the general public. Must have the ability to communicate effectively. Both orally and in writing. Must be able to establish positive lines of communication between technicians, engineers, and contractors and apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes required.

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

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 an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

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.

For additional information, contact Pam Aldridge [phone]

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.)

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• No
  
  

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All recommended salaries are based on each applicant’s qualifying education and related experience in combination with the position’s budgeted salary. The maximum hiring rate for this position is $57,047. Will you accept this position at a salary of at least $51,980, but no more than $57,047?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Which of the following best describes your level of experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems?

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

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Explain how you have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.

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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
  
  

06

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

07

Which of the following best describes the level of experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involves explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups?

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

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Explain how you have experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involves explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.

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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience?

• None
• Limited
• Intermediate
• Advanced
  
  

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Explain how you have knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience.

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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software?

• None
• Limited
• Intermediate
• Advanced
  
  

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Explain how you have knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software.

• 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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