Engineering Technician III Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/newprint/4815293) Apply  Engineering Technician III Salary $43,738.00 - $76,542.00 Annually Location Columbus County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-01373 Department Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Opening Date 02/03/2025 Closing Date 2/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Class Title Engineering Technician III Position Number 60018261 Section NCDOT – Division 6 – Columbus Maintenance Salary Grade NC11 + Description + Benefits + Questions 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 position will serve as an Engineering Technician III within the Columbus County Maintenance office. This Technician III will support the Engineer in preparing plans, documents, and estimates. There duties will include investigation of crosslines and road conditions within the assigned section of the county and helping to create a yearly RMIP plan, ahead of HMIP. The plan will include replacing crossline’s, lining crossline’s, repairing stump holes, asphalt overlays, widening, and mill/fill repairs needed ahead of highway treatments such as resurfacing and preservation. This position will perform on-site inspections to ensure contracts and NCDOT specifications on our roadways are, in compliance. The Tech III will also communicate with contractors to schedule work, oversee that details of the contract are adhered to, and ensure line items and payments are correct with contractors’ invoice. This position will monitor and administer NCDOT’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Programs to ensure the facility complies within acceptable regulations and guidelines. They will perform, track and load safety audits for worksites and facilities to SharePoint. This position will be responsible for entering, marking, and monitoring 811 locates as needed. Other duties will include measuring stockpiles for inventory, calibrating salt spreaders, preparing documentation using various computer software programs, and helping with CARS as needed. This position will assist the County Maintenance Engineer as needed during emergencies and inclement weather. This position will also assist the County Engineer with other tasks as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies + Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems. + Computer experience including office software and drafting software. + Knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry). + Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures. + Experience in taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports. Additional Expectations The selected candidate will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes will be required. 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’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive technician level experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information Jessica R. Gore-Jones (910) 788-5330 Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. 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. 01 I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. 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.). + Yes + No 02 Which of the following best describes your level of experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems? + None + Less than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Years 03 Explain how you have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems. 04 Which of the following best describes your level of computer experience including office software and drafting software? + None + Less than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Year 05 Explain how you have computer experience including software and drafting software. 06 Which of the following best describes your level knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry). + None + Basic + Intermediate + Thorough 07 Explain how you have knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry). 08 Which of the following best describes your level of experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures? + None + Less than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Years 09 Explain how you have experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures. 10 Which of the following best describes your level of experience in taking notes, collecting field data, and preparing routine reports? + None + Less than 1 Year + 1 - 2 Years + 2 - 3 Years + 3 or More Years 11 Explain how you have experience in taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports. 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