Engineering Technician I

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Engineering Technician I

Salary

$34,936.00 - $61,137.00 Annually

Location

Columbus County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

24-08120

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

06/19/2024

Closing Date

7/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Technician I

Position Number

60018475

Section

NCDOT – Division 6 – Const. Dist. 3 Whiteville

Salary Grade

NC07

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• Benefits

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This position is based in District 3 Resident Engineers Office in Columbus County. This position will perform routine inspection on a variety of contractor construction projects to ensure general compliance with contract plans, specifications, and standard drawings. Maintain daily pay records and diaries in accordance with NCDOT Standards and Specifications. Ensure all materials incorporated into the project are sampled / tested per NCDOT guidelines. Ability to attain NCDOT certifications for asphalt roadway paving, concrete testing, density, Aggregate and Borrow Pit sampling, and other certification as required/needed. Monitor all subcontractors on project to ensure adequate DBE or MB/WB participation per the contract. Perform labor interviews.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

• Knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience

• Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports.

• Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad, and software

• Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and /or construction surveying.

Additional Expectations:

Promote safe working environment. Possess knowledge and understanding of general concepts and practices used in highway construction and design. Ability to conduct routine inspections for compliance with contract agreements, standard/codes, and specifications. Ability to withstand extreme weather and terrain conditions while performing duties. Ability to work in close proximity of high volumes of traffic and heavy construction equipment. Perform entry level materials sampling, testing and inspection. Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, management, and general public. Knowledge of mathematics (Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry). Ability to read and interpret construction plans, contract provisions, specifications, and inspection procedures. Accurately maintain daily records of work accomplished. Apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Must be able to legally drive a state vehicle.

Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

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

Becky Walker (910) 788-5300

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

  02

  Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience?

• None

• Limited

• Intermediate

• Advanced

  03

  Explain how you have knowledge in standards and specification and plan reading experience.

  04

  Which of the following best describes your level of experience maintaining standard daily records and reports?

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1 - 2 Years

• 2 - 3 Years

• 3 or More Years

  05

  Explain how you have experience maintaining standard daily records and reports?

  06

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

• None

• Limited

• Intermediate

• Advanced

  07

  Explain how you have knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software?

  08

  Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection and/or construction surveying?

• None

• Limited

• Intermediate

• Advanced

  09

  Explain how you have knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.

  Required Question

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State of North Carolina

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Website

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