Engineering Technician II - Asheville Construction
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Engineering Technician II - Asheville Construction
Salary
$39,671.00 - $69,426.00 Annually
Location
Buncombe County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
25-09027
Department
Dept of Transportation
Division
State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Opening Date
07/21/2025
Closing Date
7/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
Engineering Technician II
Position Number
60023217
Section
Division 13 / Asheville Construction
Salary Grade
NC09
Description
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Description of Work
This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
This is a re-post. You do not need to to reapply if you are still interested in this position. Previous applicants will be considered.
This posting will be used to fill two positions, 60023217 and 60023214. You only need to apply once to be considered for both.
This position is located in Buncombe County in the Asheville Resident Engineer's Office. This is an Engineering Technician II position that supports higher level technicians and engineers in functional areas such as construction inspection, surveying, material sampling and testing, and construction traffic control. Position requires the performance of standardized and non-standardized tests and the assignments in compiling, analyzing, computing, editing and processing field data. Employee may supervise lower-level technicians and CEI personnel and help in coordination of work assignments. Work functions may include highway construction surveying and layout. Employee must be proficient in record keeping. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain certifications required to perform material sampling and testing. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned. May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours as necessary. Daily duties will include keeping diaries on project operations, completing various material reports, documenting pay records, performing construction calculations, and computer/iPad entry. Ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public. Work involves independent decision making and the use of judgement. Must be able to document and take corrective actions and apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Ability to complete daily diaries, survey notes and other record keeping items manually and electronically. Be able to perform construction related mathematical calculations. This position requires acquiring various certifications, including QMS Asphalt, Concrete Testing, Borrow Pit Sampling and OSHA Certifications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Management prefers the following:
Experience with contract administration.
Knowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards, and specifications.
Experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing materials (concrete, asphalt density) to ensure compliance with NCDOT Specifications.
Working knowledge of computer equipment (iPad and desktop), software (HiCAMS and SharePoint), and mathematical functions.
Experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry
Additional Expectations:
Employee must be able to lift 50 pounds, work in high traffic areas, work at heights over water or traffic, work in extreme temperatures, traverse uneven terrain, and work at night and weekends, if necessary. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe footwear is required for this position.
Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
Associate 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.
Supplemental and Contact Information
For additional information, please contact Susan Chappell at (828) 250-3036.
It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment @types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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I understand in order to be qualified for this position; the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
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Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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Which of the following best describes your level of experience with contract administration?
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1 - 2 Years
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Explain how you have experience in contract administration.
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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards and specifications?
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Explain how you have knowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards and specifications.
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Which of the following best describes your level of experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing of materials (concrete, asphalt density) to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications?
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Less than 1 Year
1 - 2 Years
2 - 3 Years
3 or more Years
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Explain how you have experience in performing inspection, sampling, and testing of materials (concrete, asphalt density) to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications.
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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of computer equipment, (I-pads, desktop), software (HiCams and Share Point) and mathematical functions?
None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
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Explain how you have knowledge of computer equipment (iPad, desktop), software (HiCAMS and SharePoint) and mathematical functions.
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Which of the following best describes your level of experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry?
None
Less than 1 Year
1 - 2 Years
2 - 3 Years
3 or More Years
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Explain how you have experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry.
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State of North Carolina
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