Engineering Technician III - Division 6 / District 2

State of North Carolina • Cumberland, NC

9d • $45,431 - $79,504 • Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for an Engineering Technician III located in the Division 6 District 2 office. This an advanced level position that will be responsible for the processing and review of driveway permits, site plans, utility and non-utility encroachment agreements, subdivision plans, and road additions/abandonments. This position will perform on-site inspections for compliance to NCDOT specifications for driveway permits, encroachments and subdivisions. Employee will conduct pre-construction meetings with requesting parties. This position will perform field inspections and prepare deficiency letters as it relates to road additions, driveway permits and encroachments. This position will meet with utility representatives, contractors, property owners, and others to discuss adherence to policies and procedures, answer questions, and address complaints from the general public by telephone, written correspondence, or in person. This position will assist the Division as needed during emergencies and inclement weather. This position will also assist the District Engineer with other tasks as assigned. Must possess communication skills to provide telephone and on-site technical assistance to on-site inspectors, developers, contractors, engineers, and general public. Possess knowledge of mathematical functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry is required. Knowledge in the use of surveying equipment, basic office equipment, drafting equipment, and computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Micro Station). The selected applicant for this position must possess the ability to review and interpret construction plans, contract provisions, specifications, and inspection procedures. Ability to communicate well with the general public and co-workers. Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes will be required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of mathematical functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Knowledge in the use of surveying equipment, basic office equipment, drafting equipment, and computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Micro Station).
• Ability to communicate well with the general public and co-workers.
• Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Associate’s degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.
• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.
• Experience with computers including office software and drafting software.

Responsibilities

• Processing and review of driveway permits, site plans, utility and non-utility encroachment agreements, subdivision plans, and road additions/abandonments.
• Perform on-site inspections for compliance to NCDOT specifications for driveway permits, encroachments and subdivisions.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings with requesting parties.
• Perform field inspections and prepare deficiency letters as it relates to road additions, driveway permits and encroachments.
• Meet with utility representatives, contractors, property owners, and others to discuss adherence to policies and procedures, answer questions, and address complaints from the general public by telephone, written correspondence, or in person.
• Assist the Division as needed during emergencies and inclement weather.
• Assist the District Engineer with other tasks as assigned.
• Provide telephone and on-site technical assistance to on-site inspectors, developers, contractors, engineers, and general public.
• Review and interpret construction plans, contract provisions, specifications, and inspection procedures.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree