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Engineering Technician II

Salary

$39,671.00 - $69,426.00 Annually

Location

Martin County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-03325

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

03/11/2025

Closing Date

3/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Technician II

Position Number

60016286

Section

DOH / Division One / District 3 Field Office

Salary Grade

NC09

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

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.

“INTERNAL POSTING-Only temporary or permanent NCDOT employees or layoff candidates with the NC Department of Transportation eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by (GS) 126(State Personnel Act) may apply”

This posting is for an Engineering Technician II that will be located in the District 3 Field Office in Williamston, NC. This position will serve as support to higher level technicians and engineers in functional areas such as construction inspection, surveying, material sampling and testing, and construction traffic control. The employee will be required to communicate daily with the contractor to review 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. Also, the employee shall 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. This position requires field measurements to be taken and perform a wide range of calculations and computations to determine contract pay quantities and assist in entering and preparing partial payment entries for monthly payments using computer/iPad. The employee may supervise lower-level technicians and CEI personnel, as well as assist in the coordination of work assignments. The employee must be proficient in recordkeeping, with the ability to obtain and maintain certifications required to perform material sampling and testing. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The employee may also be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

• Knowledge and understanding of NCDOT highway and bridge construction

• Knowledge of understanding contracts, plans, standards, and specifications

• Experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing materials (concrete, asphalt density) to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications

• Working knowledge of computer equipment (iPads, desktop), software (HiCams and SharePoint), and mathematical functions

• Working knowledge of pay record book entries and material received reports

Additional Expectations:

The ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public. Work involves independent decision-making and the use of judgement. Must be able to document and take some corrective actions and apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. The ability to complete survey notes and other record-keeping items manually and electronically. The employee must be able to perform construction related mathematical calculations. The employee will be required to acquire various certifications, including QMS Asphalt, Concrete Testing, and Borrow Pit Sampling. The employee must be able to lift 40 to 50 pounds, work in high traffic areas, at heights over water or traffic, extreme temperatures, and on uneven terrain when necessary. Safety toe shoes are required. The employee must be able to legally operate a State vehicle.

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

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.

For more information, contact Marche` Coley-Wiggins at 252.789.6150

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

  Do you currently work for the state of North Carolina in a temporary full-time, temporary part-time, permanent full-time, permanent part-time, probationary, trainee, or time-limited position or are you a layoff candidate with the NC Department of Transportation eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by General Statute (GS) 126 (State Personnel Act)?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge and understanding of NCDOT highway and bridge construction?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  04

  Explain how you have knowledge and understanding of NCDOT highway and bridge construction.

  05

  Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards, and specifications?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  06

  Explain how you have knowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards, and specifications.

  07

  Which of the following best describes your level of experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing materials (concrete, asphalt density) to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1 - 2 years

• 2 - 3 years

• 3 or more years

  08

  Explain how you have experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing materials (concrete, asphalt density) to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications.

  09

  Which of the following best describes your level of working knowledge of computer equipment (iPads, desktop), software (HiCams and Share Point), and mathematical functions?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  10

  Explain how you have working knowledge of computer equipment (iPads, desktop), software (HiCams and Share Point), and mathematical functions.

  11

  Which of the following best describes your level of working knowledge of pay record book entries and material received reports?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  12

  Explain how you have knowledge of pay record book entries and material received reports.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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