Engineering Technician II - Division 11 - District 1

Engineering Technician II (S)

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.

This posting is for an Engineering Technician II position located in the Division 11 District Engineer's Construction office in Surry County. This position will serve as a project roadway/structure inspector and will support higher level engineers in the administration of highway construction contracts. Job duties include but are not limited to: monitors contractor's daily operations and perform and/or reviews test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans, and contract documents. Employee will perform contract administration duties such as pay record entry/review, materials received reports, certified payroll review, daily diary review, as-constructed plans preparation, and monthly quantity verification prior to estimate payment. Employee will resolve daily constructability issues and troubleshoot problems to mitigate delays to project delivery. Employee will assist other Department personnel and contract forces in utility relocation efforts by inspecting and tracking relocation work. Employee will anticipate contractual problems and advise engineering staff of the need for plan revisions, supplemental agreements, or other contract adjustments to improve safety, timely delivery, and/or quality of delivered project. Employee will monitor contractors' operations to ensure compliance with subcontract agreements and with the contract DBE requirements. Employee will ensure compliance with NC Sedimentation and Pollution Control Act, and that all work performed in permitted areas is done in accordance with permits. Employee may direct and schedule the work of lower-level technicians in staking out and inspecting every phase of a construction project to ensure it is built according to contract documents in a timely and cost-effective manner. Employee will manage all aspects of assigned construction projects with limited supervision from higher level engineers. This position will also be directly involved with the leadership, management, counseling, and training of lower-level technicians, both Department and CEI. Employee must be able to communicate and coordinate work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while maximizing progress of the projects. Ability to read and interpret construction plans. Ability to effectively communicate with engineers, developers, members of the public, public officials, and NCDOT personnel. Should be able to communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner, both orally and written. Must be able to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgement. Must be able to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, weather extremes, 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. Knowledge and skill in the use of Microsoft Office suite products, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook is required. Experience with iPads/tablets, HiCAMS, and SharePlus/SharePoint is highly preferred. Advanced working knowledge of mathematical functions is required. Must be able to work nights and/or weekends as required by project workload/staffing with fluctuating hours, if the need arises on any assigned project within the limits of Division 11. Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Safety toe shoes are required.

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Knowledge and understanding of NCDOT highway and bridge construction
• Knowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards and specifications
• Experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing of materials (concrete, asphalt density) to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications
• Experience with contract administration
• Experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry

Associate 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.

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.