Highway Construction Technician I/II
State of Nebraska

Fremont, Nebraska

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Description
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!

We reward our employee's hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• A culture that embraces work-life balance
• 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 as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• 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

Pay rate of $16.626 to start as a Construction Technician I. Employees may be hired as or will be promoted into a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $19.125 upon possession of a CDL, acquiring necessary certifications, and demonstration of skills.

Please reach out to Alexis Vlademar, Talent Acquisition Partner, at 402-525-2304, if you have questions or to learn more.

Apply today using our new quick apply process! Just attach your resume when prompted. No resume? Use the text box provided to tell us about your experience and qualifications.


Location: Fremont
Examples of Work
Successful applicant will be under immediate supervision and trained to perform standard tests on construction material, to perform inspections in routine phases of construction projects, and/or participate as a member of a highway construction or a preliminary design survey crew.

Testing work includes:
- Perform or assist with standard tests on Portland cement concrete, asphaltic concrete, soil, aggregate, and other construction material for conformance to specifications, and maintains automated records.
- Perform tests such as slump tests, entrained air content tests, and unit weight tests on Portland cement concrete.
- Perform soil tests using a nuclear density gauge to measure the density and moisture content of the soil.

Inspection work includes:
- Inspect contractors' work on construction projects including checking grades and elevations, collecting, recording measurements, and maintaining automated records.
- Observe transportable and stationary scales to weigh contractors' trucks containing materials used in highway construction such as concrete, hay for mulch, asphalt, and gravel.
- Inspect earthwork and removal operations.
- Read construction plans to understand the dimensions and information shown and applies the information to the inspection of projects.

Weather Related Winter Operations: Operate snow removal equipment to assist State Maintenance.

Survey work includes:
- Participate on a highway construction survey crew responsible to utilize construction plans, blue top data, and cross-section data to stake locations at highway construction sites.
- Reduce survey notes and plots cross-sections.
- Measure elevations using a survey rod and level, measures long distances using a measuring chain, and measure short distances using a tape measure or electronic measuring equipment.
- Make standard computations, operates transit, total station, and/or level.
- Cut and clear tree brush to clear a line of site to complete surveying.
- Measure and set benchmarks for elevation.
- Participate on a preliminary survey crew to collect data from the field for use in the design of highway plans.
- Record field notes in logbooks.
- Complete routine and general maintenance of equipment.
- Load and unload materials, equipment, and supplies.
Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIRED: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED: Experience in surveying, road construction, materials testing, record keeping, trigonometry, and geometry. Possession of a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or snow removal equipment. Computer experience including work processing, spreadsheets, Sitemanager, Geopak and Microstation software.

OTHER: Must possess a valid Class A or B CDL within 6 months of employment. Required training and costs associated with obtaining the CDL will be paid for by the Department.

Will be required to obtain and maintain various certifications such as concrete field and plant inspection, soil and aggregate, and traffic control. This position may require overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: standards and specifications used for various types of projects; instruments, equipment, and material used in surveying, testing, and inspection work; all phases of construction and plant inspection and their relationship to each other; surveying and testing techniques.

Skill in: calculating mathematical computations involving trigonometry and geometry; applying complex construction inspection, surveying, and materials testing techniques; using personal computers/laptops and associated applications software including drafting, spreadsheet, and word processing software; using technical engineering equipment and instruments use during assigned projects.

Ability to: interact with coworkers, contractors, consultants, and the public to maintain cooperative work relationships; prepare technical reports and maintain detailed records; maintain surveying, testing, and inspection instruments and equipment; lift equipment and samples weighing up to 100 pounds; communicate with others in person, and by telephone, radio, and email; interpret and apply engineering plans and specifications; plan, schedule, and lead the work of coworkers during assigned projects; apply construction procedures in agency construction manuals and directives.

NDOT encourages applicants of all ages and experience.


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