Engineering Assistant Flex; PCN Nome

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! Base Salary Information

Engineering Assistant 1: $46.25 / Hourly (OT Eligible)

Engineering Assistant 2: $53.31 / Hourly (OT Eligible)

Engineering Assistant 3: $60.95 / Hourly (OT Eligible)

As an Engineering Assistant, you will support the delivery of transportation infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, airports, utilities, and other civil engineering improvements. This flexibly staffed position offers opportunities to develop technical expertise and assume increasing responsibility as you progress through the Engineering Assistant series.

• Performing construction inspection and monitoring contractor work for compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Assisting with project documentation, quantity calculations, progress estimates, and contract administration activities.
• Collecting material samples and supporting materials testing and quality assurance efforts.
• Coordinating with contractors, inspectors, engineers, and project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Assisting with design, environmental permitting, and right-of-way activities during the non-construction season.
• Preparing change orders, maintaining project records, and supporting payment processing and audit requirements.
• Providing on-site project support and agency representation during construction activities.
• Serving in increasing leadership roles, including training staff and potentially acting as a Project Engineer on assigned projects.

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields.

With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

This position is located in Nome, AK. Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes.

This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

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