Engineering Technician III - Traffic Services

Arts In Wilmington; North Carolina; Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

NC Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Technician III (Traffic Services) in Carthage, NC. The role focuses on contract administration, traffic control planning, and data collection for speed studies, with responsibilities extending to incident management and special-event traffic support.

The candidate should have an Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Survey Technology and at least three years of related experience, plus proficiency in SAP, MMS, and Microsoft

Qualifikationen

• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Survey Technology or related field.
• Three years of progressive technician level experience.
• Ability to read, interpret and produce engineering plans and specifications.
• Experience with NCDOT design guidelines and engineering software applications.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and administer purchase order contracts and related procurement.
• Maintain an aggressive safety program for Traffic Services Units.
• Prepare draft traffic control plans and assist in traffic speed data studies.

Kenntnisse

PO contracts management

Safety program

Draft traffic control plans

Data collection for traffic studies

Incident management

Special-event traffic control

TODs program administration

Communication with agencies

Ausbildung

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Survey Technology

Tools

SAP

MMS

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

## Engineering Technician III - Traffic ServicesApply: Moore County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 29, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-126419**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division****Job Classification Title**Engineering Technician III (S)**Position Number****Grade**NC11**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. Position serves as Engineering Technician III (Pos# 60020520) for Division 8 Traffic Services located in Carthage. Duties include preparation and administration of various purchase order contracts, maintaining an aggressive safety program for the Traffic Services Units, preparing draft traffic control plans, and assisting with collecting data for traffic speed studies. This position will respond to the concerns of citizens and other governmental departments in a timely manner, assist in performing incident management activities for Division 8, and assist in all aspects of special-event traffic control when required. This position will be responsible for administering the TODS program for Division 8 Traffic Services. The selected applicant for this position should possess experience in conducting routine inspections for compliance involving purchase order contracts, communicating with contractors, general public, and other government agencies, experience in the use of computer equipment and software such as Microsoft Office, SAP, MMS, and reading/interpreting roadway construction, pavement marking, traffic signal, and signing plans. Employee hired into this position is expected to program, deploy, and download electronic traffic data collectors and program and deploy variable message boards. Employee in this position will be expected to climb, bend, traverse steep and uneven terrain, and work in extreme temperature conditions. Work may be subject to outside environmental conditions such as noise and hazards from vehicles and construction machinery and responding to emergency situations including nights, weekends, and holidays. Employee may be required to work special events. Other duties/responsibilities will be assigned when necessary to support additional goals and objectives of the unit. Safety Toes Shoes Required. Must be able to legally operate a state vehicle.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**## Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 $45,431 - $79,504## ## **Management prefers applicants with the following:**## * ## Experience analyzing engineering concepts to solve complex problems* ## Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and produce engineering plans and specifications* ## Experience with NCDOT design guidelines and engineering software applications* ## Knowledge of both maintenance and construction operations within NCDOT* ## Skill in use of survey equipment and skill in the use of office equipment such as calculators and personal computers **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 Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience **In accordance with the Governor’s** **Executive Order 303****, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.** **It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.**