Job Description

Agency Dept of Transportation
Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Job Classification Title Engineering Technician III (S)
Position Number 60023230
Grade NC11
About Us
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.
Description of Work This is a Repost, all previous applicants must reapply in order to be considered.
This position will serve as lead project roadway/structure inspector supporting engineers in the administration of highway construction in the Weaverville Resident Engineer's Office, of Division 13. Monitors contractor's daily operations and performs and/or reviews test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans, and contractual provisions. Will perform contract administration duties such as pay record entry/review, material received reports, certified payroll, haul tickets, as-constructed plans, and monthly estimates. Manage and train lower-level technicians including Department employees and contract construction inspectors. Resolve daily constructability issues and trouble shoots problems to mitigate delays to contractor's progress. Monitors utility relocation efforts by inspecting and tracking relocation work. Anticipates contractual problems and advises the supervisor of the need for plan revisions, supplemental agreements, or other contract adjustments to improve safety, timely delivery and/or quality of delivered product. Monitors contractor's operations to ensure compliance with subcontract agreements and with the contract DBE requirements. Ensures compliance with NC Sedimentation and Pollution Control Act, and that all work performed in permitted areas is done in accordance with the permits. Effectively communicates and coordinates work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while maximizing the progress of the projects.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 $43,738 - $76,542
Management prefers applicants with the following:
Knowledge in understanding, interpreting, and analyzing contracts, plans, standards, and specifications associated with highway construction projects including both roadways and structures.
Experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing of materials (concrete, asphalt density) to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications.
Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
General knowledge of surveying.
Working knowledge of computer equipment, (I-pads, desktop), software (HiCams and Share Point) and mathematical functions.
Additional Expectations:
Ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public. The selected candidate 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. 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. The selected candidate must be able to lift 50 lbs. Knowledge and skill in the use of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with iPads/tablets and Shareplus/SharePoint. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required with fluctuating hours greater than 50 hours a week, to any assigned project within the Division. Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Safety toe shoes required.
Minimum Education and Experience
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 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.
EEO Statement
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.
Recruiter: Susan Briggs
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