GeoMaterials Laboratory Technician I

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

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at NCDOT as an Engineering Technician in the GeoMaterials Workgroup, ensuring quality materials for North Carolina's highway system. This entry-level role involves conducting tests on soil and aggregates, collaborating with engineers, and maintaining laboratory standards. Ideal for proactive learners eager to contribute to impactful work in the aviation industry, with opportunities for professional growth and full state benefits.

Benefits

Full State Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of engineering theories and procedures for construction materials.
• Experience in effectively coordinating with team members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on soil and aggregate for quality assurance.
• Analyze and process test data accurately.
• Maintain laboratory equipment cleanliness.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Organization

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Join Our Team as an Engineering Technician in our GeoMaterials Workgroup!

Join the dedicated team at NCDOT’s Materials and Tests Unit, where we ensure the highest quality of materials for roadway construction across North Carolina.

About Us

Our Unit is dedicated to establishing acceptance criteria for materials and manufactured products, ensuring they meet the highest standards and function as intended. We play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the North Carolina Highway System, in accordance with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Regulations.

Your Role

Although an entry level position, this position plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and compliance of soils and aggregates used in North Carolina's highway system.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting tests on soil and aggregate to ensure quality and compliance.
• Collecting, analyzing, computing, and processing test data with precision.
• Performing ongoing testing of soil and aggregate materials from quarries and projects within North Carolina’s highway system.
• Maintain and ensure the cleanliness of laboratory equipment.
• Assist the lead testing technician in upholding AASHTO Re: Source Accreditation Standards.
• Collaborate with the GeoMaterial Engineer to troubleshoot and resolve soil and aggregate materials performance issues.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Collaborative Team Player: Someone who thrives in a team environment and contributes positively to the group dynamics, including collaboration with producers.
• Eager Learner: A proactive individual who is always willing to expand their knowledge and skills.
• Innovative Thinker: A creative mind that can think outside the box and bring fresh ideas to the table.
• Highly Organized: An individual who excels at managing multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Play a vital role in maintaining the quality and safety of the North Carolina Highway System.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team of professionals committed to excellence.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Benefits: This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
  
  

Ready to Kick-start your career in soil and aggregate quality assurance!? Apply Now!

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

• Knowledge of engineering theories, techniques, practices, and procedures relating to construction materials, sampling and test procedures.
• Experience in the use of applicable software including Microsoft Office.
• Experience coordinating and communicating effectively with other team members to achieve a common goal.
• Experience creating and maintaining routine written programs, records and reports.
• Experience safely handling laboratory equipment.
  
  

Additional Expectations

This position requires a highly motivated individual who can work independently as well as part of a team. The successful candidate will have strong work-ethic standards with a technical background in engineering, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate concepts to both technical and non-technical personnel. Must have the ability to lift samples and equipment weighing up to 70 lbs. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be able to wear safety glasses and other personal protective equipment.

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.

If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum Education and Experience or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position, the agency may consider for this position, a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements. Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted accordingly when the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education and experience to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.

For additional information please contact Wendy Wall at 919-329-4000.

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

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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