Asphalt Laboratory Technician I Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Asphalt Laboratory Technician I State of North Carolina – Dept of Transportation Wake County, NC Job Details Full-time $35,984 – $62,971 a year 2 days ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Parental leave Opportunities for advancement Retirement plan Qualifications Civil Engineering Technology Civil engineering Laboratory experience Microsoft Office Quality assurance Associate’s degree Civil Engineering Entry level Full Job Description Description of Work Join Our Team as an Engineering Technician in our Asphalt Materials Workgroup! Join the dedicated team at NCDOT’s Materials and Tests Unit, where we ensure the highest quality of materials for roadway construction across North Carolina.

About Us:

Our Unit is dedicated to establishing acceptance criteria for materials and manufactured products, ensuring they meet the highest standards and function as intended. We play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the North Carolina Highway System, in accordance with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Regulations.

Your Role:

Although an entry level position, this position plays crucial role in ensuring the quality and compliance of asphalt paving mixtures used in North Carolina’s highway system.

Key Responsibilities:

Conducting tests on asphalt paving mixtures to ensure quality and compliance. Collecting, analyzing, computing, and processing test data with precision. Performing ongoing testing of asphalt materials from production plants and field projects within North Carolina’s highway system. Maintain and ensure the cleanliness of laboratory equipment. Assist the lead testing technician in upholding AASHTO re:

Source accreditation standards. Collaborate with the Asphalt Quality Engineer to troubleshoot and resolve asphalt mix performance issues related to production.

What We’re Looking For:

Collaborative Team Player:

Someone who thrives in a team environment and contributes positively to the group dynamics, including collaboration with producers.

Eager Learner:

A proactive individual who is always willing to expand their knowledge and skills.

Innovative Thinker:

A creative mind that can think outside the box and bring fresh ideas to the table.

Highly Organized:

An individual who excels at managing multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. Why Join Us?

Impactful Work:

Play a vital role in maintaining the quality and safety of the North Carolina Highway System.

Collaborative Environment:

Work with a dedicated team of professionals committed to excellence.

Professional Growth:

Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.

Benefits:

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. Ready to Kick-start your career in asphalt quality assurance!? ! Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: Knowledge of engineering theories, techniques, practices, and procedures relating to construction materials, sampling and test procedures. Experience in the use of applicable software including Microsoft Office. Experience coordinating and communicating effectively with other team members to achieve a common goal. Experience creating and maintaining routine written programs, records and reports. Experience safely handling laboratory equipment.

Additional Expectations:

This position requires a highly motivated individual who can work independently as well as part of a team. The successful candidate will have strong work-ethic standards with a technical background in engineering, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate concepts to both technical and non-technical personnel. Must have the ability to lift samples and equipment weighing up to 70 lbs. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be able to wear safety glasses and other personal protective equipment. 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; or an equivalent combination of education and experience If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum Education and Experience or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position, the agency may consider for this position, a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements. Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted up accordingly when the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education and experience to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification. Supplemental and Contact Information For additional information please contact Wendy Wall at 919-329-4000. 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.