Engineering Technician II

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Engineering Technician II

Salary

$38,516.00 - $67,404.00 Annually

Location

Cherokee County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

24-06051

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

05/07/2024

Closing Date

5/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Technician II

Position Number

60023785

Salary Grade

NC09

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• Benefits

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State 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 may apply.

Salary Grade NC09Salary Range $38,516 - $67,404*

Hiring Range $60,570-$61,063

This is an Engineering Technician II position located in the Andrews Construction Office. This position will serve as a Project Inspector on roadway and structure projects. Project Inspectors are required to review NPDES paperwork and complete assorted documentation such as daily diaries, sample cards, asphalt reports, concrete reports, pay record books, materials received forms and monthly estimates. Project Inspectors also monitor and inspect erosion control and traffic control devices, test concrete, perform densities (conventional & nuclear), take materials samples and inspect asphalt. Project Inspectors take field measurements and perform a wide range of calculations and computations to determine contract pay quantities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

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

• Demonstrated ability supervising lower level technicians in order to obtain desired results.

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

• Skill in evaluating and applying engineering judgment to construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures.

• Experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry.

Additional Expectations:

Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction inspection and surveying. General knowledge in mathematics and ability to use a calculator to perform basic calculations. Ability to conduct routine entry-level inspections for compliance with contract documents, standards and specifications. Ability to maintain neat and legible records and reports. Ability to perform computer/iPad data entry. Ability to serve as survey crew member and assist with project stakeout. Ability to operate surveying equipment. Ability to perform sampling and testing inspection duties to evaluate acceptance of materials. Ability to exercise limited decision-making and judgment. Ability to establish positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public. Requires ability to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner. Must be able to work in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction. 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. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required, to any assigned project within the Division. Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Safety toe shoes required. Employee will be assigned to various types of projects around Division 14.

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.

Associates 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

Sarah Holland at 828-321-4105

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.

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 North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) in a temporary, 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

  All recommended salaries are based on each applicant's qualifying education and related experience in combination with the position's budgeted salary. The maximum hiring range for this position is $61,063. Will you accept this position at a salary of at least $60,570 but no more than $61,063?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Which of the following best describes your level of experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing of 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

  05

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

  06

  Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated supervising lower level technicians in order to obtain desired results?

• None

• Limited

• Intermediate

• Advanced

  07

  Explain how you have demonstrated you have the ability to supervise lower level technicians in order to obtain desired results.

  08

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

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1 - 2 Years

• 2 - 3 Years

• 3 or More Years

  09

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

  10

  Which of the following best describes your level of experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry?

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1 - 2 Years

• 2 - 3 Years

• 3 or More Years

  11

  Explain how you have experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry.

  12

  Which of the following best describes your level of skill in evaluating and applying engineering judgment to construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  13

  Explain how you have skill in evaluating and applying engineering judgment to construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures.

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