Engineering Technician III: Permitting & Field Inspections

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician III (Division 6, District 2) to review driveway permits, site plans, and encroachment agreements, and to perform field inspections for compliance with DOT standards.

This role also handles pre-construction meetings, deficiency letters, and coordination with utilities, contractors, and the public. Experience with surveying tools and drafting software is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or related, plus 3 years of progressive technician experience or equivalent combination.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, contract provisions and inspection procedures.
• Strong communication skills for coordination with parties, utility reps and the public.

Responsibilities

• Process and review driveway permits, site plans, encroachment agreements, subdivisions and road additions/abandonments.
• Conduct on-site inspections for compliance with NCDOT specifications.
• Perform pre-construction meetings and issue deficiency letters as needed.
• Coordinate with utility representatives, contractors and property owners.
• Assist District during emergencies and inclement weather.
• Review and interpret plans and specifications; communicate with publics and coworkers.

Skills

Algebra/Geometry/Trigonometry

Surveying equipment

Drafting software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

MicroStation

Strong communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or Survey Technology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

MicroStation

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician III (Division 6, District 2) to review driveway permits, site plans, and encroachment agreements, and to perform field inspections for compliance with DOT standards.

This role also handles pre-construction meetings, deficiency letters, and coordination with utilities, contractors, and the public. Experience with surveying tools and drafting software is preferred.