Engineering Technician III - Winston - salem Construction 1

Engineering Technician III (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 is a repost, all previous applicants must reapply to be considered. This posting is for an Engineering Technician III position in the Winston Salem Construction 1 Office. This advanced level position will serve as a senior project roadway/structure inspector and will support higher level engineers in the administration of highway construction contracts. Job duties include monitoring the daily operations of contractors and performing and/or reviewing test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans, and contract documents. This position will perform contract administration duties such as pay record entry and review, materials-received reports, certified payroll review, daily diary review, as-constructed plans preparation, and monthly quantity verification prior to estimate payment. Resolve daily constructability issues and troubleshoot problems to mitigate delays to project delivery. The selected applicant will assist other department personnel and contract forces with utility relocation efforts by inspecting and tracking relocation work. 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. Monitor contractor's operations to ensure compliance with subcontract agreements and with the contract DBE requirements. Additional duties will include ensuring compliance with NC Sedimentation and Pollution Control Act, and that all work performed in permitted areas is done in accordance with permits. Managing all aspects of assigned construction projects with limited supervision from higher level engineers. May direct and schedule the work of junior 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. This position will also be directly involved with the leadership, management, counseling, and training of junior technicians, both Department and CEI. Effectively communicates and coordinates work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while maximizing progress of the projects. The duties for this position also include the following: Ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public. Applicant should be able to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing. Ability to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgement. 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. Other duties include inspecting, ensuring work zone safety, and participating in snow & ice removal. Employee will be subject to emergency callback and inclement weather. Ability 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. Must be able to lift 50 lb. Must be able to work nights and/or weekends as required by project workload/staffing with fluctuating hours, if needs be on any assigned project within the limits of Division 9. Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Safety toe shoes required. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 $45,431 - $79,504

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans
• Experience in applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems
• Experience with mathematical functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
• 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

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate's degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) 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.