Engineering Technician I - Newton Resident/Construction

NCDOT Division of Aviation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aviation department as an entry-level Engineering Technician I. Located in Newton, this role supports construction and survey work while providing opportunities for career growth. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge in engineering principles and effective communication skills, ensuring project compliance and documentation.

Benefits

Full State Benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports.
• Knowledge and understanding of construction practices.
• Ability to perform calculations and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Support higher-level technicians in construction tasks.
• Conduct material sampling and testing.
• Inspect construction for compliance with standards.

Skills

Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment

Knowledge of standards and specifications

Experience planning, developing, scheduling

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Surveying instruments

Job description

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

This is an entry-level Engineering Technician I position located in the Newton Residents Office in Catawba County. Employee in this position will support higher level technicians and Engineers in areas such as construction, materials sampling and testing, construction traffic control, design, surveys, and/or program/regulatory compliance. Position requires the performance of standardized tests, accurate record keeping, and making measurements and calculations of pay quantities in order to ensure contractor compliance with contract, plans, and specifications and adequate project documentation. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain certifications required to perform material sampling and testing. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, assist in project related survey work using various surveying equipment including GPS to provide proper line and grade for the construction of various roadways, structures, construction operations; independently perform a variety of calculations and computations to determine contract pay quantities; inspection for compliance and/or code; collection, organization and analysis of field data; analysis of engineering related data, products, and/or functions. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Employee will be expected to perform duties without constant supervision and must be able to read resource materials to determine answers to simple surveying requirements and inspections. Employee must be able to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner; both orally and written; and must have computer experience, including iPad and software. Employee must be able to maintain a positive working relationship with others.

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

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
• Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports.
• Knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience
• 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.
  
  

Additional Expectations

Employee responsibilities also include placing survey stakes, operating surveying instruments, cutting brush, and running test on materials, all in accordance with established policy and procedures. Employee will be responsible to inspect roadway and bridge projects. Position requires that employee have a close visual acuity to use testing instruments and equipment, to read plan details, to make accurate field measurements, and inspect roadway and structure component, and to climb on the substructure and superstructure of bridges. Employee may be expected to exercise limited decision making and judgement. Must be able to safely perform manual tasks involving the use of bush axes and other tools on steep and rough terrain. Must be able to apply Department safety program to operations. Must be able to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards present on construction sites including traffic, heights, and traversing rough, steep, and uneven terrain. Employee in this position will be subject to high volumes of traffic and extreme temperatures/weather conditions. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity such as walking, climbing, kneeling, and standing. Safely perform manual tasks involving the use of bush axes, sledgehammers and other tools. Work includes emergency situations, nights, and weekends. A valid NC Driver’s License is preferred. Safety toe shoes are recommended for this position.

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

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 from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Contact Information: Connie Johnson @ 980-552-4207 or [e-mail]

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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