Engineering Technician III /District I / Division 11 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/newprint/4839581) Apply  Engineering Technician III /District I / Division 11 Salary $43,738.00 - $76,542.00 Annually Location Surry County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-02452 Department Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Opening Date 02/21/2025 Closing Date 2/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Class Title Engineering Technician III Position Number 60021898 Salary Grade NC11 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description of Work This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. Internal Posting – Only North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) employees in a temporary, permanent, full-time, permanent part-time, probationary, trainee, or time-limited position or a layoff candidate with the NC Department of Transportation eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by General Statue (GS) 126 (State personnel Act) may apply. This position is located in Division 11 in the District I Engineer's office in Surry County and is an advanced level position that will serve as a project roadway/structure inspector supporting engineers in the administration of highway construction. This position will be responsible for the processing and review of driveway permits, site plans, utility and non-utility encroachment agreements, subdivision plans, and road additions/abandonments. Employee in this position will monitor contractor's daily operations and perform and/or review test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans, and contractual provisions. This position will perform on-site inspections for compliance to NCDOT specifications for driveway permits, encroachments and subdivisions. Employee in this position will conduct pre­construction meetings with requesting parties. Employee will perform field inspections and prepare deficiency letters as it relates to road additions, driveway permits and encroachments. Employee in this position will meet with utility representatives, contractors, property owners, and others to discuss adherence to policies and procedures, answer questions, and address complaints from the general public by telephone, written correspondence, or in person. This position will assist the Division as needed during emergencies and inclement weather. This position will also assist the District Engineer with other tasks as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: + Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans + 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 + Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems + Experience working a team environment to complete assignments Additional Expectations: Evaluate and apply engineering judgment to plan interpretation. Establish positive lines of communication between technicians, engineers, and contractors. 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. 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. Knowledge and skill in using general office software on computers and tablets. Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed, on any assigned project within the Division. Experience with HICAMS and SharePoint is preferred. Perform a variety of inspections and survey duties for erosion control, material testing, earthwork, asphalt, structures, and traffic control. Apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Safety toe shoes required. 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 and three (3) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information Please contact Sadie Schneider at 336-903-9119 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 Which of the following best describes your level of experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans? + None + Less Than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Years 04 Explain how you have experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans. 05 Which of the following best describes your level of experience in planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision? + None + Less Than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Years 06 Explain how you have experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision. 07 Which of the following best describes your level of customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups. + None + Less Than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Years 08 Explain how you have customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups. 09 Which of the following best describes your level of experience related to applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems? + None + Less Than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Years 10 Explain how you have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems. 11 Which of the following best describes your level of experience working in a team environment to complete assignments? + None + Less Than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Years 12 Explain how you have experience working in a team environment to complete assignments. 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