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Description of Work
This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. Internal Posting – Only North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) employees in a temporary or permanent position or a layoff candidate with the NC Department of Transportation eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by General Statute (GS) 126 (State Personnel Act) may apply.This position serves as an Engineering Specialist I in the Rowan County Maintenance Unit. This position will report to the County Maintenance Engineer to assist in ensuring that we are preforming the correct maintenance and/or system preservation activities on routes in Rowan County in an efficient manner and within specifications, policies, procedures, and regulations. This position will help ensure that all environmental issues, permits, etc. are followed and documented in accordance with policies and regulations. This position will serve as a liaison between the County Maintenance Engineer and the Transportation Supervisors by providing technical expertise on various issues. This position will assist with various aspects of the safety program, administering guardrail contracts and storm water pollution prevention program. This position will also assist in planning force account work involving permitting issues, performing emergency storm assessments, pavement surveys and preparing documentation using various computer software programs. This position is needed to assist the County Maintenance Engineer in ensuring the successful delivery of our work plan, ensuring prompt responses to maintenance needs, and ensuring the environmental and safety programs are closely monitored. POS# 60020733
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:Possess through knowledge of concepts, practices, and theories used in roadway maintenance.Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and draw complex roadway and erosion control plans.Demonstrated ability to independently conduct inspections for compliance with contract agreements, standards/codes, and specifications.Demonstrated ability to perform basic surveying, leveling, or gathering other survey related data.Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with the general public and local government officials to address concerns/issues.Additional Expectations: Ability to assist in monitoring the maintenance program to ensure efficient and safe use of personnel, equipment, and materials; to assist in formulating a comprehensive highway maintenance program within limits of budget; communicate effectively; maintain positive working relationships; and operate motor vehicle safely. Work includes emergency situations, nights, and weekends as needed. Must have ability to traverse steep and uneven terrain. Will be subject to high volumes of traffic and extreme temperatures/weather conditions. Must be able to legally drive a state vehicle. Safety toe shoes are needed for this position. An inmate card approved by the NC Department of Public Safety must be issued to NCDOT employees to transport inmates. To obtain an inmate card applicants must undergo a criminal history check, complete necessary training, and orientation, and be at least 21 years of age. Safety toe shoes 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 an applicable area of engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressive technician experience; or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and eight years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Helen Medlin 704-630-3240 *******@ncdot.gov 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.
