Engineering Technician (DOT/D4 #20017)

Onsite$42,765 - $64,168/yrPosted 2 weeks ago

Job details

Location
Las Vegas, New Mexico
Work type
Onsite
Compensation
$42,765 - $64,168/yr
Posted
2 weeks ago
Apply on
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About this role

Salary

 

$20.56 - $30.85 Hourly

$42,773 - $64,160 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C4

Posting Details

 
New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) provides a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public while promoting economic development and preserving New Mexico's environment.

Vision Statement: Set the standard for a safe, reliable, and efficient transportation system.
Mission Statement: Provide a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public, while promoting economic development and preserving the environment of New Mexico.
Core Values: Safety, Accountability, Customer Service, Integrity, Teamwork, and Communication.

As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrate leave upon your start date.
This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.

Why does the job exist?

 
Process permits to include Utility, Telecom, Access, Roadway Work, and Special Events. Perform various traffic duties, evaluate traffic studies, including traffic counts, traffic speeds, pedestrian movement, turning movements and crash data.

How does it get done?

 
This position is with the Traffic section and  will process utility, telecom, access, roadway work permits and special events. Review traffic control plans associated with permits. Position will monitor and inspect pavement marking and striping throughout District 4 as well as monitor and inspect guardrail repairs and signing installations. This position requires a thorough understanding of the NMDOT Traffic Specifications and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). It also requires the ability to make decisions that maintain compliance and safety.

Who are the customers?

 
The traveling public.

Ideal Candidate

 
The ideal candidate will have experience in:
Traffic studies.
Review and approve utility, telecom, access, roadway work permits and special events.
Review and approve traffic control plans.
Monitor pavement marking and striping.
Monitor guardrail repair and sign installation.

Minimum Qualification

 
High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of relevant experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Employment requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and is conditional pending results. Business reference check and driver's license verification are required and employment is conditional pending results. May require Technician Training Certification Program (TTCP) certificates within one year of hire to include but not limited to; Nuclear Densometer, Concrete Field and Lab Testing, Aggregate, Soils, Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA), Traffic Control and SWPPP.

Working Conditions

 
Work is performed primarily in the field in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, wind, rain and snow. May include exposure to: sunlight, dust, pollen, chemicals, rough/rugged terrain, insects and reptiles, noxious plants and infected trash; moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, toxic fumes/chemicals and/or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, high speed/high volume traffic and loud noises, and confined spaces; falls and bruises, considerable physical strain; standing for extended periods of time doing traffic control or walking long distances. Hand dexterity required for some duties; numerous specific vision abilities to include: close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; some climbing, reaching, kneeling and crawling to perform job duties; ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Work may also be performed in an office setting with exposure to visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage to include working with faxes, copiers and printers. May be required to work irregular hours and is subject to call outs for emergencies. Willingness to accept change of geographical assignments. Interaction with the public by phone and in person. Frequent temporary assignments that require travel and extended overnight stays to include weekends, holidays, and overtime are required.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Anjelica Lucero Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

 
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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