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Engineering Technician I

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Engineering Technician I

Salary

$35,984.00 - $62,971.00 Annually

Location

Cherokee County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-10795

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

09/12/2025

Closing Date

10/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Technician I

Position Number

60023761

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.

NC Salary Grade-NC07 $35,984-$62,971

NCDOT is looking for a highly motivated individual seeking a position with the potential of career advancement.

This Engineering Technician I position located in Division 14, District 3 Office involves technical work supporting technicians and engineers in construction inspection, surveying, materials sampling, testing, erosion control, and construction traffic control. This position requires the performance of a wide variety of standardized and non-standardized tests and assignments in compiling, analyzing, computing, editing, and processing field data. This work involves limited decision making and use of judgment. The successful applicant must perform a full range of calculations and computations, including proficiency in record keeping. This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Management prefers applicants with the following:

+ Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments

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

+ Experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involves explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups

Additional Expectations:

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

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

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

The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes are required. The selected candidate may be subject to non-traditional hours, work nights and weekends as needed due to construction inspection/operations and during inclement weather/disaster events. The selected candidate may be subject to a wide range of hazards such as rough or uneven terrain and/or work in adverse weather conditions to include heat and cold. This position also requires the ability to lift 50 pounds.

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 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

Sarah Holland at 828-321-4105

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. 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 best describes your level of experience working in a team environment to complete assignments?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 or more years

04

Explain your experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.

05

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

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

06

Explain your level of knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software.

07

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

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2 or more years

08

Explain your experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involves explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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