Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Grand Island

About the role

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.

Starting pay rate is $20.39 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $23.454 per hour upon acquiring the necessary certifications and demonstration of skills.

Pay

• Base rate: $20.39/hour
• Promotion to Construction Technician II: $23.454/hour
• CDL pay differential: $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 3 years, and another $1/hour after 5 years (for those who hold a CDL and perform CDL functions regularly)

Benefits

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• 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 of career advancement opportunities as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Training and development based on career aspirations
• Job security and stability
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection duties on highway construction projects, including preliminary surveying, construction surveying, and ROW staking
• Sample and test construction materials
• Document contractor’s daily work related to highway construction
• Learn to read and interpret construction and bridge plans
• Obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 90 days of hire through the in-house training program
• Operate snow removal equipment and perform snow removal activities as needed
• Work varying hours outdoors on highway construction projects, including nights, evenings, and weekends based on the contractor's schedule
• Perform survey duties and/or materials testing as required
• Report to work outside scheduled hours for snow and other highway emergencies within 40 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an “on call” status
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Valid driver’s license
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Class A or B CDL within 90 days of hire (costs for the permit are covered by the department)
• This position may require overnight travel
• Regular and reliable attendance is required

Qualifications

Highway Construction Technician I

• No prior experience required beyond the minimum qualifications

Highway Construction Technician II

• Experience in performing activities pertinent to construction work such as surveying, materials testing, or field inspections
• OR coursework or training in construction surveying, materials testing, or inspections practices, and in using associated instruments and equipment
• Must have passed the NDOT Math, Highway Plan Reading, and Bridge Plan reading courses or have an Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a related field (may substitute for NDOT courses)
• Must possess a valid CDL

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in surveying, road construction, materials testing, record keeping, trigonometry, and geometry
• Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or snow removal equipment
• Computer experience, including word processing, spreadsheets, SiteManager, GEOPAK, and MicroStation software

Skills

• Ability to work and communicate with a team
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, be self-motivated, and hold high integrity
• Trainable and willing to learn new technology and processes
• Quality/results-oriented with a sense of urgency in performing duties
• Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe practices and behaviors
• Ability to interact positively and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect
• Good decision-making using sound judgment and processes