Engineering Technician I - Division 1 / District 2

Department of Transportation; Ahoskie (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transportation in North Carolina seeks an Engineering Technician I (S) based at the Division 1 / District 2 Field Office in Ahoskie, NC. The role supports engineers in construction inspection, surveying, materials sampling, testing, and traffic control, and involves data processing and field measurements.

Required are an Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Survey Technology (or equivalent).

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or a related curriculum.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• QMS Asphalt and Concrete Testing certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supports higher level technicians and engineers in construction inspection, surveying, materials sampling, testing, and traffic control.
• Performs tests and assignments in compiling, analyzing, editing, and processing field data.
• Maintains records and certifications for material sampling and testing.
• May work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
• May perform duties on survey party or inspect roadway and bridge projects.
• Use testing instruments and read plan details to take field measurements.
• Perform entry level technical work in materials area or perform sampling, testing and inspection.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions; exposed to high traffic volumes.
• Lift up to 50 lbs; safety toe shoes required.

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Survey Technology

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title: Engineering Technician I (S)

Position Number: 60016425

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.

Application Deadline

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.

Location

The employee in this position will function as an Engineering Technician I based in the Division 1 / District 2 Field Office located in Ahoskie, North Carolina.

Description of Work

The employee must provide support to higher level technicians and engineers in functional areas such as construction inspection, surveying, materials sampling, testing, and construction traffic control. The position supports a wide variety of standardized and non-standardized tests and assignments in compiling, analyzing, computing, editing, and processing field data. The employee must be proficient in record keeping with the ability to obtain and maintain certifications needed to perform material sampling and testing related to this position.

Responsibilities

• Supports higher level technicians and engineers in functional areas such as construction inspection, surveying, materials sampling, testing, and construction traffic control.
• Performs a wide variety of standardized and non-standardized tests and assignments in compiling, analyzing, computing, editing, and processing field data.
• Proficient in record keeping with the ability to obtain and maintain certifications needed to perform material sampling and testing related to this position.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as necessary.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Employee may be assigned to work on the survey party and perform surveying tasks as assigned or may be assigned to inspect roadway and bridge projects, all in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Use testing instruments, read plan details to make accurate field measurements, and inspect roadway and structure components.
• Perform entry level technical work in a specific materials area or perform sampling, testing and inspection duties to determine specifications.
• Exposed to high traffic volumes, work at heights over water or traffic, climbs on the substructure and superstructure of bridges.
• Expected to work outside in various types of weather, terrain, and hours.
• Must lift 50 lbs.
• Safety toe shoes are required for this position.

Requirements

• Ability to perform a full range of calculations and computations.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to read plan details to make accurate field measurements and inspect roadway and structure components.
• Ability to perform entry level technical work in a specific materials area or perform sampling, testing, and inspection duties to determine specifications.
• Attainment of QMS Asphalt and Concrete Testing certifications.
• Proficiency in record keeping and certification maintenance needed for material sampling and testing.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Management Preferences

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.
• Experience maintaining neat, legible, and accurate records and reports.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad, and software.
• Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.

Qualifications and Experience

• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• If there are not qualified candidates, the agency may consider a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements, with salary set at a lower level and adjusted when the trainee obtains necessary education and experience.

Salary

• Salary Grade: NC07
• Salary Range: $37,377 - $65,408

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.

Additional Information

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