Transportation Engineering Technician II

Maryland Department of Transportation; Maryland; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineering Technician II for the State Highway Administration. This essential role involves maintenance and construction duties, requiring technical engineering skills and a valid commercial driver’s license. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires on-call availability for emergencies.

Benefits

Health Benefits

401k

Pension

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• One year in technical engineering work related to design, traffic, construction, or maintenance.
• Must possess a valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in maintenance and construction areas such as highways and bridges.
• Work with contractors on installations and repairs, and keep detailed work records.

Skills

Technical Engineering Work

Facility Maintenance

Construction

Utilities

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Engineering

Job description

(Open Recruitment)

State Highway Administration
District 7 – Frederick County Grade 10 (8447) SP# 25-87-14

Transportation Engineering Technician II

YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd

The State Highway Administration's (SHA) District 7 (Frederick County) is recruiting for a Transportation Engineering Technician II. This position is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications below. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this vacancy and may be used for future vacancies within SHA.

Nature of Work:

A Transportation Engineering Technician (TET) II performs duties in maintenance and construction areas such as highways, ramps, buildings, parking areas, bridges, and snow removal. Responsibilities include working with contractors to install guardrails, repair paving, highway lighting, line striping, herbicide spraying, tractor mowing, tree and brush cutting, inlet repairs, roadway sweeping, snow removal, traffic maintenance, and crack sealing. The role involves keeping detailed work records like Inspector Daily Reports, Construction Logs, and eTAC cards, which are entered into the Ledger Book. This position provides foundational professional experience to ensure daily maintenance operations in the Frederick facility are performed correctly, safely, and according to standards. A CDL is required for winter operations. The role is on-call 24/7 for highway emergencies and natural disasters and is considered essential personnel. FMT duties may also be assigned.

MDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more in the MDOT Benefits Guide.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Experience: One year in technical engineering work related to design, traffic, construction, materials testing, surveys, maintenance, or planning.

Selective Qualification: Must have one year of facility maintenance, construction, or utility experience.

Notes:

• Education in civil engineering at an accredited college can substitute for experience at a rate of 30 credit hours per year.
• An associate degree in engineering, construction management, surveying, or related technology from an accredited institution is considered equivalent to one year of experience.

Candidates must possess a valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license in Maryland.

Special Requirements:

This position is essential and requires being on call 24/7 for emergencies and disasters.

Application Process:

Apply online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Provide complete work history and credentials in the online application. Selected candidates may undergo background and reference checks. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Employment consideration is based on the application content. Include all relevant experience, including volunteer, military, or acting roles. List each position held and duration if multiple roles at the same employer.

Additional Information:

The state offers excellent health, leave benefits, 401k, pension, transit benefits, and training opportunities. The incumbent may be part of a bargaining unit. SHA is not sponsoring H-1B visas currently. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and provide proof of foreign education equivalence if applicable.

Applications are due by the closing date. For questions, contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-545-5554.

Accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. SHA is committed to ADA compliance.

We are an EEO employer, and do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, disability, or other protected classes.

Issue Date: 05/12/2025