Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Columbus

State of Nebraska • Columbus, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system! Pay rate of $19.941 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $22.938 per hour upon acquiring the necessary certifications and demonstration of skills. In this classification, those who hold a CDL and are utilized to perform CDL functions on a regular basis shall receive a pay differential of: $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 3 years of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 5 years of continuous service. We are eager and excited to retain you here at NDOT! We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Class A or B CDL within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Must be able to report to work outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance) and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance).
• Ability to climb, bend, or stoop.
• Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes and work around high-speed traffic.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Must have strong math skills.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Ability to work and communicate with a team.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must hold high integrity.
• Trainable.
• Ability and willingness to learn and accept challenges by learning and adjusting to new technology and processes.
• Quality/results-oriented sense of urgency in the performance of duties.
• Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors.
• Ability to interact in a positive manner and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect.
• Ability to work to resolve conflicts.
• Ability to make good decisions using sound judgment, processes, and purpose.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in performing activities pertinent to construction work such as surveying, materials testing, or field inspections (for Technician II).
• Coursework or training in construction surveying, materials testing, or inspections practices, and in using associated instruments and equipment (for Technician II).
• Experience in surveying, road construction, materials testing, record keeping, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or snow removal equipment.
• Computer experience including word processing, spreadsheets, SiteManager, GEOPAK and MicroStation software.
• Passed the NDOT Math, Highway Plan Reading, and Bridge Plan reading courses or have an Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a related field which may be substituted for the completion of the NDOT courses (for Highway Construction Tech II level).
• May require overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection duties on highway construction projects.
• Perform preliminary surveying, construction surveying, and ROW staking.
• Sampling and testing of construction materials.
• Documentation of contractor’s daily work related to highway construction.
• Learn the mathematical skills needed to be trained to read and interpret construction and bridge plans effectively.
• Obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Operate snow removal equipment and perform snow removal activities as needed.
• Work varying hours outdoors on highway construction projects, which may include nights, evenings, and weekends.
• Perform survey duties and/or materials testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed