Job Description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Construction


7 Hazen Drive / Concord, NH

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - III

Position #20340





Engineering Technician I - $15.93/hour- $20.80/hour


Engineering Technician II - $17.81/hour - $23.39/hour


Engineering Technician III - $19.96/hour - $26.41/hour

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

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The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Construction, has a full-time vacancy for an Engineering Technician I - III.


SUMMARY:

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I:

To perform semi-professional engineering audit procedures on project records and documents related to engineering projects for the Department's Construction Bureau, working under the direct supervision of higher-level technicians and engineers.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II:

To perform semi-professional technical engineering audit procedures required to analyze and determine final contract quantities related to engineering projects for the Department's Construction Bureau.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III:

To perform and assist in monitoring semi-professional technical engineering procedures required to analyze and determine final quantities related to engineering projects for the Department's Construction Bureau.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I -

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential.


Experience: Two years of experience as an Engineering Aide, one year of which shall have been at a level equivalent to Engineering Aide II.


OR


Education: Associate's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering, landscape, architecture, forestry, horticulture, environmental studies, agronomy, geology, soil science or earth science.


Experience: No experience required.


License/Certification: Valid driver's license


Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.


Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 1+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in 'trainee status' for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS:

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:


Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No


Criteria: 17302002BGA01 (Eng Tech to Level 3)


For promotion from the 17-3020 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except Drafters-2 job title to the 17-3020 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except Drafters-3 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II -

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential.


Experience: Three years of experience as an Engineering Aide or Engineering Technician, at least one year of which shall have been at a level equivalent to Engineering Technician I.


OR


Education: Associate's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering, landscape, architecture, forestry, horticulture, environmental studies, agronomy, geology, soil science or earth science.


Experience: One year of experience at a level equivalent to Engineering Technician I.


License/Certification: Valid driver's license


Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency


Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS:

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:


Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No


Criteria: 17302003BGA01 (Eng Tech to Level 4)


For promotion from the 17-3020 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except Drafters-3 job title to the 17-3020 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except Drafters-4 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III -

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering, landscape architecture, forestry, horticulture, environmental studies, agronomy, geology, soil science or earth science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.


Experience: Three years of experience as an Engineering Aide or Technician, two years of which shall have been at a level equivalent to Engineering Technician II. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.


License/Certification: Valid driver's license.


Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency


Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS:

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:


Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.


When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

:

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I:

Calculates volumes by means of engineering methods for determination of quantities of materials.


Verifies measurements, computations and documentation supplied by Contract Administrators and field support staff.


Tallies daily invoices of materials submitted and determines correct totals for final quantity payments.


Utilizes computer software such as BlueBeam and MS Excel to review and revise project records as necessary, during routine audit procedures.


Review and resolve inconsistencies in documentation or Record Book entries with higher level technician or engineer.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II:

Verifies measurements, computations and documentation supplied by Contract Administrators and field support staff.


Interprets and verifies areas and volumes of earthwork and embankment provided by the Contract Administrators and field support staff using computer software like BlueBeam and MS Excel.


Develops or monitors the development of final as-built plans on paper and/or electronically for future reference by interested parties.


Supervises and trains lower-level technicians in the use of engineering methods and audit procedures.


Attend meetings to help resolve any questions regarding final contract quantities.


Shares responsibility with Construction Services, including but not limited to answering office phones, updating databased, and assisting walk-ins with questions from the field.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III:

Verifies and analyzes the proper use of mathematical computations performed by Contract Administrators and field support staff.


Calculates and/or analyzes the accuracy of final volumes of earthwork quantities by use of engineering methods using computer software like BlueBeam and MS Excel.


Compares project Record Book entries with design quantities using the Department's construction Management System (iPD Web) to eliminate errors and double payments.


Analyzes project field notebooks for accurate measurements and calculations to ensure compliance with standard specifications, methods of measurement, and basis of payment.


Develops or monitors the development of final as-built plans on paper and/or electronically for future reference by interested parties.


Supervises and trains lower-level technicians in the use of engineering methods, audit procedures and iPD Web.


Attend meetings to help resolve any questions regarding final contract quantities.


Shares responsibilities within Construction Services including, but not limited to answering office phones, updating databases and assisting walk-ins with questions from the field.

Disclaimer Statement

: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.





For additional information contact Nickie Hunter at 603-271-2571 or Bureau30@dot.nh.gov .


For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, at (603)-271-8025 or at James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:


HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:


The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx





Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value) Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:


https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf





https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx





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TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964