Engineering Technician II

State of North Carolina

8d•Onsite

About The Position

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. To assist Resident Engineer with administration and inspection of various projects. This is an Engineering Technician II position located in the Lexington Construction Office. This position will serve as a Project Inspector on roadway and structure projects. Project Inspectors are required to review NPDES paperwork and complete assorted documentation such as daily diaries, sample cards, asphalt reports, concrete reports, pay record books, materials received forms, and monthly pay estimates. Project Inspectors also monitor and inspect erosion control and traffic control devices, test concrete, perform density tests (conventional & nuclear), take material samples, and inspect asphalt or concrete placement. Project Inspectors take field measurements and perform a wide range of calculations and computations to determine contract pay quantities.

Requirements

Associate degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction inspection and surveying.
General knowledge in mathematics and ability to use a calculator to perform basic calculations.
Ability to conduct routine entry-level inspections for compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications.
Ability to maintain neat and legible records and reports.
Ability to perform computer/iPad data entry.
Ability to serve as survey crew member and assist with project stakeout.
Ability to operate surveying equipment.
Ability to perform sampling and testing inspection duties to evaluate acceptance of materials.
Ability to exercise limited decision making and judgement.
Ability to establish positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public.
Requires ability to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner.
Must be able to work in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction.
Must be able to perform moderate physical activity, including but not limited to, walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Employee will be assigned to various types of projects and Division 9.
Must be able to work nights and weekends, as required, for projects assigned to within the Division.
Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations.
Employee will be subject to emergency callback and inclement weather.
The selected applicant will be expected to safely and legally operate a motor vehicle.
Safety toe shoes are required.
Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with contract administration
Knowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards, and specifications
Experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing of materials (soil, concrete, asphalt, etc.) to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications
Working knowledge of computer equipment, (I-pads, desktop), software (HiCams and Share Point) and mathematical functions
Experience in maintaining neat, legible, and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry

Responsibilities

Assist Resident Engineer with administration and inspection of various projects
Review NPDES paperwork
Complete assorted documentation such as daily diaries, sample cards, asphalt reports, concrete reports, pay record books, materials received forms, and monthly pay estimates
Monitor and inspect erosion control and traffic control devices
Test concrete
Perform density tests (conventional & nuclear)
Take material samples
Inspect asphalt or concrete placement
Take field measurements and perform a wide range of calculations and computations to determine contract pay quantities
Inspect, ensuring work zone safety, and participating in snow & ice removal