Engineering Technician I / Johnston Maintenance

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician I in Johnston County Maintenance Unit. The role involves assisting in inspection of roadway assets, installing traffic and erosion control devices, and performing material sampling and inspections to ensure compliance with codes and standards.

Responsibilities include assisting with drainage work, inventory of materials, and operation of heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software.
• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect roadway assets and inventories.
• Install traffic and erosion control devices for maintenance and construction.
• Operate hand and power tools; clean right of way; repair pavements.
• Assist with pipe installation and drainage tasks; inventory materials; operate heavy equipment.

Skills

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Computer literacy (iPad/software)

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or Survey Technology

Job description

## Engineering Technician I / Johnston MaintenanceApply: Johnston County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 14, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-125255**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Engineering Technician I (S)**Position Number**60017779**Grade**NC07**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**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. This position is for an Engineering Technician I located in the Johnston County Maintenance Unit. Employee will report to the Johnston County Maintenance Engineer and will assist in the inspection of roadway assets and inventories. Work will include installing traffic and erosion control devices involved in road maintenance and construction activities, operating a variety of hand and power tools, cleaning right of way, repairing pavements, assisting with pipe installation and other drainage tasks, inventory of materials, operation of heavy equipment; and any other tasks as assigned. Employee must have the ability to operate a small tandem dump truck. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, shoveling, raking, asphalt, flagging traffic, ditching and shrubbing. Position will assist in preliminary inspection work for RMIP and HMIP highway maintenance programs. Inspections may include storm drains and appurtenances, roadway surface treatment condition, highway safety related issues, etc. Position will also perform entry level technical work involving sampling of materials, testing, and inspection duties to determine adherence to codes/standards by both DOT and private contractors; perform weekly county-wide guardrail damage assessment; assist in NPDES inspections and record keeping; and assist maintenance crews as instructed by supervisor. Employee will submit required records, reports, and diaries within specified time frame. This position may be subject to emergency callback and scheduled night work during adverse weather or extreme circumstances. Employee may be subject to work at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes required.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC07 $37,377 - $65,408**Management prefers applicants with the following:** · Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports· Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software· Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments**Supplemental Contact Information:** Chrissy Holland [phone] or [e-mail] **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 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.