Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Hastings

State of Nebraska•Hastings, NE

6d•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! Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position 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. 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.
Have a valid driver's license.
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).
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.
Ability to work and communicate with a team.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, be self-motivated, and 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, and make good decisions using sound judgment, processes, and purpose.

Nice To Haves

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).

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.
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.
Report to work outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies within 40 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an “on call” status.

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