Engineering Technician (DOT/D4 #20028)

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.

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.

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date

Why does the job exist?

Perform surveying and mapping duties under the direction of a surveyor, cartographer or photogrammetrist to obtain data used for construction, map-making, boundary location, mining or other purposes. May calculate map-making information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes, aerial photography, satellite data or other maps to show topographical features, political boundaries and other features. May verify accuracy and completeness of topographical maps.

How does it get done?

Surveying and mapping technicians collect data in the field, make calculations, and help with computer-aided drafting. They perform specialized functions that support the work of other surveyors, cartographers, and photogrammetrists. Surveying and mapping technicians use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to assemble, integrate, analyze, and display data about location in a digital format. They also use GIS to compile information from a variety of sources. GIS typically are used to make maps which combine information useful for environmental studies, geology, engineering, planning, business marketing, and other disciplines.

Who are the customers?

The traveling public.

Ideal Candidate

The traveling public.

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.

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Bargaining Unit Position

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