What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician I position at North Carolina Dept of Transportation?
Description of Work
This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
This position is based in District 2 Division 6 Office in Cumberland County. This position will perform routine inspection on a variety of contractor construction projects to ensure general compliance with contract plans, specifications, and standard drawings. The majority of work consists of inspection duties for driveway permits, encroachments and various District administered contracts. Maintain daily pay records and diaries in accordance with NCDOT Standards and Specifications. Ensure all materials incorporated into the project are sampled / tested per NCDOT guidelines.
Prepare documentation for preparation of pay estimates to the contractor (District contracts only). Ability to attain NCDOT certifications for asphalt roadway paving, concrete testing, density, Aggregate and Borrow Pit sampling, and other certification as required/needed. Monitor all subcontractors on project to ensure adequate DBE or MB/WB participation per the contract. Perform labor interviews. Assist contractor’s personnel and other technicians in interpreting the plans, contract, and specifications. Serve as liaison between the contractor and the Department and between the Department and the public. Safety shoes required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
- Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
- Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.
- Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports.
- Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad, and software.
- Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and /or construction surveying.
Additional Expectations
Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.
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’s 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
Sharon L. Hughes (910) 364-0601
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.
