Engineering Technician I - Traffic

NCDOT Division of Aviation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading state department is seeking an Engineering Technician I - Traffic. This entry-level role requires conducting inspections, managing projects, and applying engineering knowledge to solve complex problems. The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree in a related field and be ready to work independently in various conditions while ensuring public safety.

Qualifications

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, and completing projects independently.
• Knowledge of mathematical functions and safety protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret contract plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections for compliance with contract agreements.
• Assist higher-level technicians in traffic engineering studies.
• Keep various project records/reports.

Skills

Project planning

Engineering concepts

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

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

Ability to conduct routine inspections for compliance with contract agreements in accordance with standard specifications for roads and structures on pavement markings, markers, delineation, sign and signal installation. Employee may assist higher level technician in the performance of traffic engineering studies and traffic counts along with gathering data to develop purchase order contracts within the Traffic Engineering Department. Employee will keep various project records/reports including IDIQ contracts. Take field measurements of various completed items and make calculations to determine contract pay quantities. Employee will be expected to perform duties without constant supervision and should be able to read resource materials to determine answers to sign, signal and paint requirements. Employee will be subject to both inside and outside extreme environment conditions, in addition to working along highway traffic. Other duties will be related to the support of the Traffic Services and Traffic Engineering Departments.

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
• Knowledge and skills in the use of computer equipment, IPad and software
• 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
  
  

Additional Expectations

General knowledge of mathematical functions, specific codes and construction processes pertaining to pavement markings, markers, delineation, sign and signal installation. Skill in the use of office equipment such as calculators/computers. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read and interpret contract plans, contract provisions, specifications and perform inspection procedures. Will be required to read plan details and to make accurate calculations. Must have the ability to make notes and prepare routine reports. Should possess good communication skills. Will operate state motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes required. Must be able to safely perform manual tasks involving the use of tools on steep and rough terrain. Work outside in various types of weather, terrain, and hours. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required. Employee must be proficient in record keeping. Employee will adhere to the Department’s safety program and plan all work with workplace and traffic control safety in mind.

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 (Include Name, Telephone Number and/or email address): Susie Fortune@ 980-552-4239 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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