Engineering Technician III

Internal Posting Only North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) employees in a temporary, permanent full-time, permanent part-time, probationary, trainee, or time-limited position or 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) may apply.

This position with NCDOT offers full , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This posting is for an Engineering Technician Ill position within the Division 9 Stokes Maintenance Unit. This is an advanced level position that will report to the County Maintenance Engineer. The duties of this position will include but are not limited to, review and inspection of driveway permits, encroachments, subdivisions, and roadway additions/abandonments. Additional duties will include monitoring and inspecting contractors performing various work for the department, maintenance of guardrail and other traffic barrier systems on the state highway system, monitoring and inspection of erosion control measures, and assistance of highway maintenance crews by providing technical expertise. The selected applicant is expected to have working knowledge of the department standards, specifications and procedures to ensure compliance when performing inspection duties. This position may also be involved in generating highway maintenance plans, communicating with contractors and developers, coordinating rental and purchase order agreements, and performing highway maintenance activities when needed. This is an on-call position for emergencies, inclement weather, and other necessary work outside of normal hours.

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

Position will be expected to obtain and hold various certifications including but not limited to NCDOT QMS Roadway technician and NCDOT Erosion Control Level II: Site Manager. The position will be expected to have knowledge and skill in using office computer software. Must have the ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards including highway traffic, extreme weather, and traversing rough terrain. 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. 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 in applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems .Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety-toed shoes required.

This position will be responsible for transporting inmates for work detail. An inmate card approved by the NC Department of Public Safety must be issued to NCDOT employees to transport inmates. In order to obtain an inmate card applicants must undergo a criminal history check, complete necessary training and orientation, and be at least 21 years of age.

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.

Associates 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.

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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.