Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Wayne
State of Nebraska•Wayne, NE
•$20 - $23•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! This position offers a pay rate of $20.390 per hour, with the potential for promotion to Construction Technician II at $23.454 per hour upon acquiring necessary certifications and demonstrating skills. Additional pay differentials are available for CDL holders who perform CDL functions regularly.
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.
- 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.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong math skills.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to work and communicate with a team.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Self-motivated.
- 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.
- Work to resolve conflicts.
- 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 (for Technician II).
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
- Read and interpret plans and specifications.
- Perform mathematical calculations.
- Skill in surveying, materials testing, construction inspection, and/or operating equipment, computers and associated software.
Responsibilities
- Perform inspection duties on highway construction projects.
- Perform preliminary surveying, construction surveying, and ROW staking.
- Sample and test construction materials.
- Document contractor’s daily work related to highway construction.
- Learn mathematical skills needed 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
- 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
- Fun, inviting teammates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
