Engineering Technician III​/Wayne Maintenance

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State  Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineering Technician III (S)
Position NumberGradeNC
11

About UsIt’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 Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

The Engineering Technician lll will oversee and manage inspections of contracted and force account activities for Highway Maintenance Operations in Wayne County. Those operations include the inspection of the following, but are not limited to ditch maintenance, shoulder maintenance, pavement maintenance, crossline replacement, driveway, encroachments, erosion control and environmental documentation, design and inspection of erosion control measures, obtaining field data and permit documentation for maintenance pipe replacements, administer storm water pollution prevention plan for maintenance facility and material storage yards.

This position will assist the Engineer with obtaining field data, record keeping of highway maintenance operations, and directly oversee the Technicians charged with inspecting and managing those operations in the field on a day-to-day basis. This position will also assist with the management and direction of emergency response during inclement weather operations and disaster response. This position is subject to emergency callbacks including highway emergencies, snow and ice removal, natural disasters and other severe weather events.

Safety toe shoe footwear required. Employee will be responsible for planning, organizing and gathering information for the RMIP/HMIP program in the county. Also need to acquire hydrology reports by email for failing crosslines, call 8-1-1 for locates, and gather MCDC documents before projects. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.

This position is subject to Emergency Call Back and scheduled night work during adverse weather or other extreme circumstances, which includes responding to emergencies such as snow and ice removal, hurricanes, etc. This position will be expected to obtain and hold various certifications including but not limited to NCDOT QMS Roadway technician and NCDOT Erosion Control Level II:
Site Manager. Position will be expected to have knowledge and skill in using office computer software. Must have the ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards including highway traffic, extreme weather, 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.

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Skills and Abilities

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

Management prefers applicants with the following:

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 in a team environment to complete assignments.

Minimum Education and Experience Some…