Highway Construction Technician I​/II - North Platte

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency: Transportation
- Agency 27

Location: North Platte, NE

Hiring Rate: $19.941 per hour (Promotion to Construction Technician II at $22.938 per hour upon acquiring the necessary certifications).

Position: Highway Construction Technician I/II
- North Platte (Evergreen) (Open)

We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• A culture that embraces work-life balance
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates

Job Duties

Construction Technicians are responsible for field inspection of heavy highway construction projects. They perform materials testing on concrete, asphalt, soils, and other materials as required. They verify the contractors’ work is completed in accordance with the project plans and specifications. They routinely read and interpret plans, contracts, and specifications, and they also record and maintain accurate documentation of quantities installed by the contractor, as well as a diary of the construction activities throughout the day.

All official records are maintained digitally, and technicians are expected to utilize computers and various programs daily. They perform various survey tasks using rods, levels, tape measures, and GPS equipment. They work both as part of a team, and independently with minimal supervision. The position also assists with snow removal on highways and may require operating snowplows during winter weather events.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Highway Construction Technician I:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

Highway Construction Technician II:
Experience in performing activities pertaining to construction work such as surveying, materials testing, or field inspections. OR Coursework or training in construction surveying, materials testing, or inspection practices, and in using associated instruments and equipment. Also, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

• Experience in surveying, road construction, materials testing, record keeping, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Possession of a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or snow removal equipment.
• Computer experience including work processing, spreadsheets, Site Manager, GEOPAK, and Micro Station software.

Must possess or be able to obtain a Class A or B CDL within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the department. This position may require overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is required. To qualify for the Hwy Construction Technician II classification, applicants must possess or be able to obtain a Class A or B CDL within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program.

Costs to obtain the permit will be paid by the department. In order to be hired at the Highway Construction Technician II level, applicants must have passed the NDOT Math, Highway Plan Reading, and Bridge Plan reading courses or have an Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology, or a related field which may be substituted for the completion of the NDOT courses.

Upon hire, you will be provided with the required training material. This is a self‑paced training and once…