Engineering Technician

Summary Of Work

Valley City District, Valley City Construction, Valley City, ND

Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation! Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do.

• Engineering Technician IV: $5,587 per month*
• Engineering Technician III: $5,008 per month*
• Engineering Technician II: $4,505 per month*
• Engineering Technician I: $4,131 per month*

We are seeking a candidate with a passion for construction and engineering, who enjoys working outdoors and has a strong understanding of technology to fill our role as an engineering technician/construction technician.

As a new team member, you will be responsible for conducting field inspections for all types of construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents. You will work with cutting‑edge equipment such as a Robotic Total Station GPS, drones, and computer-aided drafting software (Micro Station) to measure and calculate quantities, create reports, and prepare plan sheets for use on construction projects.

You will also perform tests on road and bridge building materials to ensure they meet NDDOT specifications. Additionally, you will assist project engineers with checking and organizing project final records and support district design work that requires the use of Micro Station. All necessary training and support will be provided.

• Engineering Technician IV – 6+ years of related experience; engineering or related college coursework/degree may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Engineering Technician III – 4+ years of related experience; engineering or related college coursework/degree may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Engineering Technician II – 2+ years of related experience; engineering or related college coursework/degree may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Engineering Technician I – High school diploma or GED required with basic understanding of job‑related concepts.

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and on uneven/slippery surfaces.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Valid North Dakota Class D driver's license.
• Material testing is preferred.
• Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) reflecting the required abilities (e.g., Horizontal Construction Engineer 12N, Geospatial Engineer 12Y, Technical Engineer 12T, Engineering 3E5X1) may substitute for the required work experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

Submit an application by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date. Application materials, including resume and cover letter, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.*

Candidates will be scored on a 100‑point candidate questionnaire. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100‑point questionnaire; detailed responses are required.

Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter or (701) 328‑3290. For more information or assistance in the application or selection process, contact the DOT Talent Acquisition Team ruiter or (701) 328‑2651.

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.