Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Norfolk

Requirements

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

Benefits

Additional Information

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Transportation - Agency 27 Location: Norfolk, NE Hiring Rate: $19.941 Job Posting: JR2026-00026949 Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Norfolk (Evergreen) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 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! Pay rate of $19.941 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $22.938 per hour upon acquiring the necessary certifications and demonstration of skills. Exciting Added Pay Differentials! In this classification, those who hold a CDL and are utilized to perform CDL functions on a regular basis shall receive a pay differential of: $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 3 years of continuous service, an additional $1/hour after 5 years of continuous service. We are eager and excited to retain you here at NDOT! We reward our employee's hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which include: - 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 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 Please reach out to Alexis, Talent Acquisition Partner, at 402-525-2304, if you have questions or to learn more. Job Duties: 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 gauge to measure density and moisture content, using balloon volume measures, scales, and heating devices to calculate the density and moisture content of soil. Inspection work includes: - Inspect contractors' work on construction projects including checking grades and elevations, and 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 apply the information to the inspection of projects. Survey work includes: - Participate on a highway construction survey crew responsible for utilizing construction plans, blue top data, and cross-section data to stake locations at highway construction sites. - Reduce survey notes and plots cross-sections. - Measures elevations using a survey rod and level, measures long distances using a measuring chain and measures short distances using a tape measure or electronic measuring equipment. - Make standard computations, operate transit, total station, and/or level. - Cuts and clears 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. - Operate snow removal equipment to assist State Maintenance. - Effective communication skills are required to perform the essential functions of the job. - Regular and reliable attendance is also required. - Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements / Qualifications