Engineering Technician III

State of North Carolina • Pitt County, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Position serves as the Division Utility Coordinator responsible for developing utility relocation strategies and providing coordination services to accomplish removal, relocation, and modification of utility facilities (water, sewer, gas, electric, telecommunications, etc.) impacted by highway improvement projects. Services include, but are not limited to, development of a utility analysis, utility relocation schedules, and utility plans and estimates. The employee in this position will be responsible for authorizing utility company relocations and administration of contracts consisting of utility relocation agreements for adjustments to existing and proposed facilities and encroachment contracts (permits for occupancy of highway right of way) due to highway construction. The employee in this position implements advanced engineering criteria and innovative construction methods in the coordination, relocation and placement of utilities along highway rights of way and proposed corridors while adhering to applicable environmental regulations and roadway design standards. The employee in this position reviews complex highway plans in various stages of completion for accuracy of utility data, conducts field inspections for verification of data contained therein, and consultation with interdepartmental units and utility owners.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish positive lines of communication between technicians, engineers, and contractors.
• Ability to apply safety philosophy and program to all operations.
• Ability to traverse uneven and difficult terrain.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle safely in all kinds of weather including snow and ice.

Nice To Haves

• Previous utility planning and construction experience is preferred.
• Experience in performing inspection of utility relocation and/or construction as part of highway projects and/or utility encroachments.
• Experience in reading and interpreting highway construction plans and cross sections and/or utility relocations.
• Experience in communicating effectively with the general public, contractors, utility owners and other Department units.
• Experience in overseeing multiple projects simultaneously and completing assignments within specified time requirements.
• Experience performing work-related tasks/duties independently or with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop utility relocation strategies and provide coordination services for utility facilities impacted by highway improvement projects.
• Authorize utility company relocations and administer contracts for utility relocation agreements and encroachment permits.
• Implement advanced engineering criteria and innovative construction methods for utility coordination, relocation, and placement.
• Review highway plans for accuracy of utility data.
• Conduct field inspections to verify data in highway plans.
• Consult with interdepartmental units and utility owners.

What This Job Offers

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