Engineering Technician I - Traffic

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking an Engineering Technician to conduct inspections and ensure compliance with road construction specifications. This role entails working independently, handling technical tasks, and providing support to the Traffic Engineering Department. Ideal candidates will possess an Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology and relevant experience in project planning and customer service.

Benefits

State Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience performing compliance inspections for road contracts.
• Ability to read and interpret contract plans.
• Proficient in record keeping and report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections for compliance with contract agreements.
• Assist in traffic engineering studies and gather data.
• Keep accurate project records and perform calculations.

Skills

Project Planning

Engineering Concepts

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Computer Equipment

Office Equipment

Job description

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Description of Work

THIS IS A REPOST DUE TO POSTING ERROR - APPLICANTS MUST REAPPLY FOR CONSIDERATION

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.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

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.

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 Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

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.

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.)

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Which of the following best describes your level of experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision?

• None
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Thorough
  
  

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Please explain how you have experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.

04

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

• None
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Thorough
  
  

05

Please explain how you have experience in the use of computer equipment, IPad and software.

06

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

• None
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Thorough
  
  

07

Please explain how you have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems?

08

Which of the following best describes your level of experience working in a team environment to complete assignments?

• None
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Thorough
  
  

09

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

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

• None
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Thorough
  
  

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Please explain how you have experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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