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Engineering Technician II

Salary

$39,671.00 - $69,426.00 Annually

Location

Rowan County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-06648

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

05/21/2025

Closing Date

6/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Technician II

Position Number

60020758

Section

9/District 1

Salary Grade

NC09

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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 is a repost. All previous applicants must reapply to be considered.

This posting is for an Engineering Technician II position located in the District 1 Office. This position will serve as a Project Inspector on roadway and structure projects. Project Inspectors are required to communicate daily with the contractor and schedule themselves and lower-level technicians to cover daily operations, complete and/or review NPDES paperwork for permit compliance, review project plans and verify construction is in accordance with plans, special provisions, roadway specifications, and standard drawings. Project Inspectors also complete assorted documentation such as daily diaries, sample cards, asphalt reports, material received reports, as well as monitor and inspect erosion control and traffic control devices, test concrete, perform density tests (conventional and nuclear), obtain material samples, and inspect all operations of the project. This includes, but is not limited to, grading operations, utility work, pipe laying, subgrade preparation and checking, asphalt and concrete operations, seeding and mulching, sign and signal installation, retaining walls, reinforced concrete box culverts, and bridge work. Project Inspectors take and record field measurements and perform a wide range of calculations and computations to determine contract pay quantities and assist in preparing partial payment entries for monthly payments. Project Inspectors also communicate project related information with representatives from the Division, other agencies, and with the public. This position will also serve the District office by working with counties, municipalities, contractors, and field support personnel as the permitting technician to establish compliance with applicable engineering standards and guidelines. The position will review plans for subdivisions, utility installations, roadway improvements and prepare cost estimates. The position will process permits, including driveway, utility and non-utility encroachment agreements, road additions and abandonments, and other records and reports as assigned. The position will be required to interact with local governmental agencies, utility representatives, contractors, property owners, and others to discuss adherence to policies and procedures, answer questions and address complaints from the public by telephone, written correspondence, or in person. POS #60020758

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

+ Skill in evaluating and applying engineering judgment to construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures.

+ Experience in conducting independent, moderately complex inspections, with limited supervision.

+ Experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry.

+ Experience in sampling and testing of materials to evaluate acceptance.

+ Demonstrate ability to lead co-workers on assigned tasks.

Additional Expectations:

Ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public. Should be able to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing. Ability to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgement. Ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, weather extremes, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Knowledge and skill in the use of Microsoft Office suite products, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, is required. Experience with iPads/tablets, and SharePlus/SharePoint is highly preferred. Moderate working knowledge of mathematical functions is required. Must be able to work nights and/or weekends as required by project workload/staffing with fluctuating hours, if needs be on any assigned project within the limits of Division 9. Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety-toed shoes required.

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 degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Debbie Gannon (704) [email protected]

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.

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.

01

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 skill in evaluating and applying engineering judgment to construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

03

Explain how you have skill in evaluating and applying engineering judgment to construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures.

04

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in conducting independent, moderately complex inspections, with limited supervision?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

05

Explain how you have experience in conducting independent, moderately complex inspections, with limited supervision.

06

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

07

Explain how you have experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry.

08

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in sampling and testing of materials to evaluate acceptance?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

09

Explain how you have experience in sampling and testing of materials to evaluate acceptance.

10

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated leading co-workers on assigned tasks?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

11

Explain how you have demonstrated the ability to lead co-workers on assigned tasks.

Required Question

Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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