Dept of Transportation
Transportation
EngineeringTechnicianIIRoadside
“Engineering Technician II - Roadside at Dept of Transportation. Skills: inspections, contract management, facility maintenance. Serve as inspector for contractual operations. Monitor grounds maintenance”
Industry & Context.
applying engineering judgment
Night and weekend work assignments are possible, Snow and ice operations and emergency response at rest area facilities are required, work safely in both indoor and outdoor environments, exposure to extreme temperatures and construction site hazards, Moderate physical activity, walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing, lift 50lbs, legally operate a motor vehicle, Safety Toe Shoes Required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Associate degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum, two (2) years of progressive technician level or an equivalent combination of education and experience, Ability to effectively use verbal and nonverbal skills to express routing or simple technical and/or program concepts and related facts in a clear, concise, organized manner, Ability to work safely in both indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to extreme temperatures and construction site hazards such as traffic, heights, and uneven terrain, Moderate physical activity including walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing is required, Must be able to lift 50lbs, legally operate a motor vehicle, Safety Toe Shoes Required
Nice to Have
General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs, Experience conducting independent, moderately complex inspections, with limited supervision, Skill in evaluating and applying engineering judgment to construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures, Experience maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry, Experience inspecting contracts such as routine mowing, long arm mowing, litter removal, string trimming, roadway sweeping and plant bed maintenance/mulching, Working knowledge of Work Zone Safety and NCDOT Workplace Safety Policy and Procedures
What You'll Do.
Serve as inspector for contractual operations
Monitor grounds maintenance
Oversee facility maintenance
Ensure work adheres to regulations
Conduct inspections 24/7
Perform night and weekend inspections
Respond to emergency closures
Keep records of inspection scores
Submit water usage reports
Submit recycling reports
Coordinate vegetation removal program
Process permits and fees
Inspect contracted work
Oversee stormwater device inspections
Inspect landscape enhancement projects
Inspect plant bed maintenance contracts
Assist with mowing contracts
Assist with litter contracts
Assist with tree removal contracts
Assist with asset inventory collection
Ensure work performed on NCDOT Right of Way is safe
Conduct routine inspections for compliance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work with the contractors and their staff; coordinates Selective Vegetation Removal program with outdoor advertising companies, business owners and contractors
Communication Scope
effectively use verbal and nonverbal skills; verbally communicate with the general public
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