Engineering Technician IV 3028811 - NORTH DAKOTA STATE GOVERNMENT - DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Job ID   3028811
Location   Bismarck, ND
Salary Range   From 5587.00 To 5587.00 Monthly
Full/Part Time   Full-Time
Regular/Temporary   Regular

North Dakota Department of Transportation
Materials and Research Division, Bismarck, ND

If you take P.R.I.D.E. in displaying values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence, you have come to the right place. We are looking for a candidate who takes P.R.I.D.E. in what the NDDOT stands for.

At the North Dakota Department of Transportation, we offer rewarding work opportunities with a competitive employee benefits package including a fully paid family health insurance plan, paid leave, retirement plan options, work-life balance/flexibility, tuition reimbursement, and more!

NDDOT Hiring Salary:  $5,587/ month

Summary of Work
Soils Classification and Foundations Lab

Perform AASHTO and ASTM tests required to determine engineering properties of soils. Conduct physical property testing on materials obtained from linear soils and deep foundation investigations for pre-construction design.

Concrete and Cement Lab

Perform AASHTO, ASTM, and NDDOT tests required to determine concrete and cement properties. Assist in the verification of contractor supplied concrete mix designs. Test the physical properties of Portland and blended cements for project acceptance. Assist in the plan depth analysis of project supplied concrete cores and strength determination.

Aggregate Lab

Perform AASHTO, ASTM, and NDDOT tests required to determine properties of multiple types of aggregates. Conduct sieve analysis and physical property testing on aggregates from construction projects and materials obtained through gravel prospecting investigations. Conduct independent assurance and dispute resolution tests. Assist in the preparation of internal round robin reference sample testing.

Asphalt Mix Design and Liquid Asphalt Lab.

Perform AASHTO, ASTM, and NDDOT tests required to determine asphalt mix and liquid asphalt properties. Conduct asphalt mix testing for construction projects. Assist in the testing and development of Superpave mix designs. Assist the bituminous lab in the acceptance testing of PG binders and emulsions.

Other Lab and Miscellaneous

Assist in the chemistry lab performing acceptance testing on Portland and blended cements and traffic paint components. Work within each lab in the calibration and maintenance of test equipment. Take part in all aspects of the AASHTO Resource accreditation program. Investigate, develop, and research material testing methods, procedures, and properties.

Assist in pre-cast or pre-stressed concrete beam inspection. Demonstrate test procedures and administer performance examinations required by the NDDOT Transportation Technician Certification Program. Building and grounds maintenance.

Work is normally performed in the office; requires extended periods of walking, standing, and sitting; frequent stretching, stooping, and bending; eye/hand coordination; heavy lifting to 80 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires six years’ work experience related to the engineering technician duties listed.  College-level course work and/or degree in an engineering or related field reflecting the required abilities for this position may be substituted for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis.

Requires a valid North Dakota Class B CDL driver’s license within 6 months of hire.

Overnight travel is required for this position.

Ability to lift and/or carry up to 80 lbs.

Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and the required drug test, medical screening, reference check and driving records check.

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Application Procedures
Submit an application at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 P.M. CST on the closing date. Application materials, including resume, cover letter, and transcript, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.* Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.

*Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews.  Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire.  Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.

For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Mallory Green, Talent Acquisition Manager, at malgreen@nd.gov or 701.328.2651. Learn more about NDDOT at https://www.dot.nd.gov/.

TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.