Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Holdrege

State of Nebraska • Holdrege, NE

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About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated Highway Construction Technician I/II to join their team in Holdrege, Nebraska. This role involves performing inspection duties on highway construction projects, including sampling and testing construction materials, documenting contractor work, and conducting surveying activities. The position offers opportunities for training and career advancement within a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
• Highway Construction Technician II requires experience in construction work such as surveying, materials testing, or field inspections, or relevant coursework or training.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Skill in surveying, materials testing, construction inspection, and operating equipment and software.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds and work in outdoor temperature extremes.
• Must be able to report to work outside scheduled hours for emergencies within 30 minutes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in surveying, road construction, materials testing, record keeping, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Experience in operating heavy equipment or snow removal equipment.
• Computer experience including word processing, spreadsheets, SiteManager, GEOPAK, and MicroStation software.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection duties on highway construction projects.
• Sample and test construction materials.
• Document the contractor's daily work.
• Conduct surveying activities related to highway construction.
• Learn to read and interpret construction and bridge plans effectively under supervision.
• Obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) as part of training.
• Operate snow removal equipment and perform snow removal activities as needed.
• Work varying hours outdoors based on the contractor's schedule, including nights, evenings, and weekends.
• Document construction-related activities using computer record-keeping software.
• Maintain accurate documentation of quantities installed by the contractor and a diary of construction activities.

Benefits

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately.
• Culture that embraces work-life balance.
• Military leave.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering community colleges.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Training and development based on career aspirations.
• Job security and stability during economic hardship.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree