Engineering Tech or Trainee - Jacksonville Construction

Position: Engineering Tech I or Trainee - Jacksonville Construction
## Engineering Tech I or Trainee - Jacksonville Construction Apply locations:
Onslow County, NCtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
August 12, 2026 (28 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-119964
** Agency
* * Dept of Transportation
** Division
* *** Job Classification Title
** Engineering Technician I (S)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC07
* * 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
** 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.
NCDOT is looking for a highly motivated individual looking for a position with the potential of career advancement. This posting will fill multiple Engineer Technician I positions within Jacksonville’s Construction office. This position will provide all state benefits including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement potential.
This is an Engineering Technician I position located in the Jacksonville Construction Office involving technical work supporting technicians and engineers in construction inspection, surveying, materials sampling, testing, erosion control, and construction traffic control. This position requires the performance of a wide variety of standardized and non- standardized tests and assignments in compiling, analyzing, computing, editing, and processing field data.
The position requires attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work safely in outdoor environments (extreme weather) with exposure to construction site hazards such as traffic, heights, and uneven terrain. Moderate physical activity, including walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing, is required. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of transportation projects that enhance public safety and infrastructure quality.
The selected applicant will be expected to safely and legally operate a motor vehicle. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required, to be assigned to any project within the Division. Night and weekend assignments may be required before, during, or after storm events for emergency response.

Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Safety toe shoes required.
You do not have to have a degree to qualify for this position. Applicants with at least two years of related experience are highly encouraged to apply.
Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
**** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

/ Competencies**:

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC07 $ 37,377 - $65,408
** Management prefers applicants with the following:
*** Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments
* Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software
* Experience in customer service and interacting with the general public
* Experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry
* Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and /or construction surveying
** 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…