Gauge Maintenance Technician

State of North Carolina•610 East Center Avenue Iredell, NC

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Gauge Maintenance Technician is to perform maintenance and inspections of gauges and weather sensors, repair damaged equipment, and document in reports the results of all field activity in appropriate software. The selected candidate will work with NCDOT to identify new locations for gauges/sensors and provide a report to NCDOT with information needed for gauge interoperability with geospatial systems, including Bridge Watch and FIMAN-T. This position will also conduct post-storm site visits and perform high water data collection and assist survey crew; and establish benchmarks at gauge locations. The primary mission of the Hazard Mitigation Section (HM) is to deliver and support mitigation activities across the State of North Carolina as guided and authorized under NC General Statute 166A, the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, and other guiding pieces of legislation. The section completes its mission by developing mitigation action plans at the State and local level, managing, and implementing grants provided by FEMA for protection of NC residents and their property; acquiring, managing, and disseminating geospatial data and flood water information; and managing the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for the State. The primary purpose of North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is to enhance North Carolina's resiliency through active collaboration, communication, and coordination of efficient and effective preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation of all natural and man-made hazards and threats. It is part of the NC Department of Public Safety (NCDPS).

Requirements

Associate’s 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in performing complex technical work inspecting, testing, and/or repairing water level.
Experience installing water level gauges or similar equipment.
Experience in developing reports concerning project status.
Experience in maintaining detailed records.
Experience performing analysis of findings.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and inspections of gauges and weather sensors.
Repair damaged equipment.
Document in reports the results of all field activity in appropriate software.
Work with NCDOT to identify new locations for gauges/sensors.
Provide a report to NCDOT with information needed for gauge interoperability with geospatial systems, including Bridge Watch and FIMAN-T.
Conduct post-storm site visits.
Perform high water data collection.
Assist survey crew.
Establish benchmarks at gauge locations.