Engineering Technician II – Division 9 Design/Construct

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineering Technician II (S)

Position Number

60021078

Grade

NC09

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

This posting is for an Engineering Technician II position in the Division 9 Project Development, Division Design/Construct (DDC) unit located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Position will be responsible for conducting field surveys and mapping in a DDC office. Duties will involve surveying, data collection, and mapping for division managed projects of varying scope and size. Position will be responsible for data management, integrating data into design files, property reconnaissance and field ties, as well as computing property information as needed for determining R/W impacts. Responsibilities also include all aspects of route location surveys, designing horizontal and vertical alignments, construction surveys, and development and analysis of three-dimensional surface models.

Additional Expectations:

Safety toe shoes required. The selected candidate must have the ability to respond to the public, local government agencies, Raleigh-based staff and private engineering firms regarding the status and design aspects of highway projects within the Division. Candidate must have experience performing highway construction stakeout. Must possess a working knowledge of field surveying procedures and be proficient with robotic instruments, data collection and GPS. Also, must be proficient with various computer applications including Microsoft Office, and drafting software. Candidate must have the ability to budget time and coordinate schedules with others. Candidate must be able to transverse steep and uneven terrain. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity such as walking, climbing, kneeling, hearing and standing. Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle preferred. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC 11 $45,431- $79,504

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience using surveying equipment, instruments, levels, data collectors and GPS
• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems
• Computer experience including office software and drafting software
• Experience in performing highway construction stakeouts

Minimum Education and Experience

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate’s 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.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Amarah Davis

Email:

[email protected]