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Engineering Technician III

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Engineering Technician III

Salary

$43,738.00 - $76,542.00 Annually

Location

Cumberland County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-08235

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

07/07/2025

Closing Date

7/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Technician III

Position Number

60018179

Section

NCDOT - Division 6 – Const. District II / Cumberland

Salary Grade

NC11

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+ Benefits

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Description of Work

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

This Engineering Technician III is located in the Division 6 District II Office and is an advanced level position that will be responsible for the processing and review of driveway permits, site plans, utility and non-utility encroachment agreements, subdivision plans, and road additions/abandonments. This position will perform on-site inspections for compliance to NCDOT specifications for driveway permits, encroachments and subdivisions. Employee will conduct pre-construction meetings with requesting parties. This position will perform field inspections and prepare deficiency letters as it relates to road additions, driveway permits and encroachments. This position will meet with utility representatives, contractors, property owners, and others to discuss adherence to policies and procedures, answer questions, and address complaints from the general public by telephone, written correspondence, or in person. This position will assist the Division as needed during emergencies and inclement weather. This position will also assist the District Engineer with other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Management prefers the following:

+ Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.

+ Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.

+ Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.

+ Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.

+ Computer experience including office software and drafting software.

Additional Expectations:

Must possess communication skills to provide telephone and on-site technical assistance to on-site inspectors, developers, contractors, engineers, and general public. The ability to review and interpret construction plans, contract provisions, specifications, and inspection procedures. Ability to communicate well with the general public and co-workers. Possess knowledge of mathematical functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry is required. Knowledge in the use of surveying equipment, basic office equipment, drafting equipment, and computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Micro Station). Safety toe shoes will be 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’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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Supplemental Contact Information Sharon Hughes (910) 364-0601

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.

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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 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

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Which of the following best describes your level of experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 – 2 Years

+ 2 – 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

04

Explain how you have experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.

05

Which of the following best describes your level of customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 – 2 Years

+ 2 – 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

06

Explain how you have experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.

07

Which of the following best describes your level of experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 – 2 Years

+ 2 – 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

08

Explain how you have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.

09

Which of the following best describes your level of experience working in a team environment to complete assignments?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 – 2 Years

+ 2 – 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

10

Explain how you have experience in working in a team environment to complete assignments.

11

Which of the following best describes your level of computer experience including office software and drafting software?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 – 2 Years

+ 2 – 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

12

Explain how you have computer experience including office software and drafting software.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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