Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Lincoln

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$19.502

Job Posting:

JR2025-00012834 Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Lincoln (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job 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 that 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 $19.502 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $22.434 per hour upon acquiring the 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.

 

Job Duties:

• Successful candidates will be trained to perform inspection duties on highway construction projects. 

• This may include but is not limited to, the sampling and testing of construction materials, the documentation of the contractor's daily work, and performing surveying activities related to highway construction. 

• Candidates will learn the mathematical skills needed to be trained to read and interpret construction and bridge plans effectively. 

• All training will be done under direct supervision. 

• Successful candidates will be trained and required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). 

• Candidates will be trained to operate snow removal equipment and perform snow removal activities as needed.

• Candidates will be required to work varying hours outdoors on highway construction projects. 

• Hours are typically based on the contractor's schedule and this may include nights, evenings, and weekends. 

• Other work may be done indoors in an office setting documenting construction-related activities using computer record-keeping software. 

• Successful candidates will be provided with all the necessary training, materials, equipment, and safety apparel to perform assigned duties.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Highway Construction Technician I: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.
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. Also, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license. 

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. 

Other: Must possess or be able to obtain a Class A or B CDL within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the department. This position may require overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is required. In order to be hired at the Highway Construction Technician II level, applicants must have passed the NDOT Math, Hi