Bridge Maintenance Engineer

Bridge Maintenance Engineer

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Bridge Maintenance Engineer

Salary

67,996.00 - $132,593.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-01219

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

01 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date

2 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Supervisor I

Position Number

60025624

Section

Division 5 / Bridge Maintenance

Salary Grade

NC21

Description

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits () , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

In this position, you will serve as Bridge Maintenance Engineer for Division 5 which includes Durham, Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance, Wake and Warren Counties. You will plan, assign, direct and coordinate a number of physically dispersed bridge crews in maintenance, repair and replacement of bridges, drainpipes exceeding forty-eight inches in diameter and box culverts. You will manage and supervise all bridge maintenance and force account construction for the seven Division 5 counties in accordance with established policies and procedures. Knowledge of the principles of civil engineering and highway methods and techniques. You should have considerable knowledge of the use and operation of all field and office engineering instruments; ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts; ability to interpret plans, provisions, and specifications; ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations; and ability to establish work relationships between the department and citizens.

You should have the ability to supervise and monitor the maintenance program to ensure efficient and safe use of personnel, equipment, and materials; to formulate a comprehensive bridge maintenance program within limits of budget; supervise and evaluate the performance of other employees; communicate effectively; maintain positive working relationships; and operate motor vehicle safely. Your work includes emergency situations, nights, and weekends. You must have the ability to traverse steep and uneven terrain. You will be subject to high volumes of traffic and extreme temperatures / weather conditions. Valid driver’s license preferred. Safety toe footwear will be needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as they apply to highway and bridge construction.

Experience in tracking cost expenditures in various transportation accounting systems.

Experience in the supervision and evaluation of personnel, to include hiring and disciplinary actions.

Customer service experience with the general public, local government officials, fellow employee, etc.

Experience in conducting meetings with employees, citizens, and public officials in order to conduct investigations and resolve various issues.

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.

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Melissa Henderson at 919-317-4700

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.

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.)

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as they apply to highway and bridge construction?

None

Basic

Intermediate

Thorough

Explain how you have knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as they apply to highway and bridge construction.

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in tracking cost expenditures in various transportation accounting systems?

None

Less than 1 Year

1-2 Years

2-3 Years

3 or More Years

Explain how you have experience in tracking cost expenditures in various transportation accounting systems.

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in the supervision and evaluation of personnel, to include hiring and disciplinary actions?

None

Less than 1 Year

1-2 Years

2-3 Years

3 or More Years

Explain how you have experience in the supervision and evaluation of personnel, to include hiring and disciplinary actions.

Which of the following best describes your level of customer service experience with the general public, local government officials, fellow employees, etc.?

None

Less than 1 Year

1-2 Years

2-3 Years

3 or More Years

Explain how you have customer service experience with the general public, local government officials, fellow employees, etc.

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in conducting meetings with employees, citizens and public officials in order to conduct investigations and resolve various issues?

None

Less than 1 Year

1-2 Years

2-3 Years

3 or More Years

Explain how you have experience in conducting meetings with employees, citizens, and public officials in order to conduct investigations and resolve various issues.

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Salary : $67,996 - $132,593