Engineering Assistant​/Wayne Maintenance

Agency and Position Details

Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification

Title:

Engineering Assistant (S)

Position Number: , Grade: NC04

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.

Performs technical duties and fieldwork related to the inspection, maintenance, and operation of state‑maintained roads, bridges, and transportation infrastructure.

Work involves assisting higher‑level technicians, engineers, and supervisors in a variety of highway maintenance and construction activities.

Performs basic technical inspection work and basic surveying to ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, and standards for highway construction projects administered by the NCDOT.

Work involves on‑site inspection, documentation, material testing, and quantity measurements of construction activities to ensure workmanship, materials, and methods comply with state and federal requirements.

Safety toe footwear is required.

Employees will be subject to outside extreme environmental conditions, as well as hazards at highway construction sites, including heavy equipment and highway traffic.

Salary Grade: NC04. Salary Range: $32,287 – $56,502.

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience using a computer or iPad
• Data entry experience
• Ability to read and interpret sketches, drawings, and written technical documents, such as structure plans and inspection reports, to obtain pertinent structure information

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of 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.

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:
Tasha Maria Brown

Email: DOT-Workday Job Recruitment