Construction Inspector I​/Smithfield Construction

** Agency
* * Dept of Transportation
** Division
* * State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
** Job Classification Title
** Engineering Technician I (S)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC07

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
** This is a repost, all previous applicants must reapply to be considered.
This posting is for an Engineering Technician I position in the Smithfield Construction Resident Engineer’s Office. This position performs technical duties supporting engineers and other professionals in areas such as construction inspection, surveying, materials testing, materials sampling, erosion control inspection and construction traffic control audits on assigned projects. Work functions may include: inspection for compliance and/or code; collection and analysis of field data;

testing of materials; review and interpret design plans; analysis of engineering related data and/or product data. Duties may also include: construction layout, measuring, staking, marking, and clearing brush. This position will perform other related duties as required.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
**** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

/ Competencies**:

Salary Grade: NC07   Salary Range:$ 35,984 - $62,971
** Management prefers applicants with the following:
*** Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.
* Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, including iPad and software.
* Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports.
* Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.
* Knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience.

Additional Expectations Evaluate and apply engineering judgment to plan interpretation; establish and maintain positive lines of communication between technicians, engineers, contractors and public. Traverse rough terrain in evaluating highway construction. Apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Ability to work in close proximity to high volumes of traffic and heavy construction equipment. Accurately maintain daily records of work accomplished.

Safety-toed shoes required.

The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle.
** Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.
**** 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 an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum

Education and Experience or Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required for the position, the agency may consider for this position, a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements. Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted up accordingly when the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.
** EEO Statement
** 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:
** Melissa Harrison
** Email:
** DOT-Workday Job Recruitment
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