Virginia Department of Transportation

Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure

Senior Engineering Technician

Transportation EngineeringPosted on Nov 10

Full-timeLexington, VA, USA$24.40 - $39.65In-person

About the Job

Requirements

Ability to interpret VDOT Road and Bridge standards and specifications, the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, Access Management and Land Use Permit Regulations, and Subdivision Street Requirements.
Ability to obtain necessary materials certifications within the first 12 months of employment.
Ability to read and interpret site plans, road construction plans, property plats, utility plans, and sketches.
Knowledge of highway construction and roadway maintenance procedures.
Knowledge of land use permitting processes and procedures.
Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
Skill in the use of computers and job-relevant software programs.

Responsibilities

Issue and process permit applications for work within VDOT right of way.
Inspect permit work to ensure conformity to plans, special provisions, and land use permit manual requirements.
Meet with applicants in the field, review project work zones, and review and determine bond estimates.
Provide technical expertise in onsite evaluation of sight distance, stopping sight distance, geometry, drainage pipe requirements, locations and size, percent of grade, sub-grade stabilization, and surface.
Document, enter, and complete required data such as work orders, schedules, and records; provide technical assistance to field staff and contractors and provide training.
Compile and maintain automated and written reports and project records for assigned program areas in accordance with guidelines and policies.
Perform final inspections and handle assemblies for acceptance of streets into the state system; submit completed packages to Central Office for processing.
Plan and coordinate phase inspections during construction and post-installation inspections.
Review, approve, and process abandonments and discontinuances.
Review site plans, special use permits, rezoning requests, and land divisions; check plats for administrative approval by county planning; conduct onsite field reviews with owners or their agents.
Communicate with citizens, public officials, state employees, and business representatives.
Address questions about policies and procedures related to the assigned program area; support field personnel and provide guidance related to VDOT policy and standards.
Manage time to complete project work efficiently and within supervisor-established timeframes; inform the supervisor promptly of issues that may affect scheduled completion.
Perform special duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Experience in roadway construction and maintenance activities.
Experience working with MUTCD, the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, the Road Design Manual, VDOT Road and Bridge Standards and Specifications, Access Management Regulations, and the Land Use Manual.
Possession of certifications required for the position.

Perform special duties as assigned. Review, inspect and process new street additions and county bond projects and additions into the State Secondary System. Review, approve, process, issue and inspect work activities under permit, i.e. private and commercial entrance permits, utility permits and land use permits, to ensure compliance with agency standards and specifications and to ensure safety of the traveling public where permit work is taking place.

How you will contribute:

Issue Land Use Permits : Issue and process permit applications for work within VDOT right of way. Inspect permit work to ensure conformity to plans and special provisions and requirements of the land use permit manual. Meet with applicants in the field, review project work zones and review and determine bond estimates. Provide technical expertise in onsite evaluation of elements such as sight distance, stopping sight distance, geometry, drainage pipe requirements, locations and size, percent of grade, sub-grade stabilization and surface.

Perform duties as assigned. :

Project Documentation : Document, enter and complete required data such as work orders, schedules, or records. Provide technical assistance to field staff and contractors and provide training.

Records Maintenance : Compile and maintain automated and written reports and project records for assigned program areas. Records are maintained in accordance with guidelines and policies.

Review and inspect new subdivision streets : Perform final inspection and handle assemblies for acceptance of streets into state system and submit completed package to Central Office for processing. Plan and coordinate phase inspections during construction and post installation inspections. Review, approve, and process abandonments and discontinuances.

Review site plans, special use permits, rezoning requests, and land divisions : Check plats for administrative approval by county planning. Conduct onsite field review with owner or owner's agents. Communicate with citizens, public officials, state employees and business representatives.

Technical Assistance : Address questions, policies and procedures related to assigned program area. Provide support to field personnel. Provide guidance related to VDOT policy and standards.

Time Management : Demonstrate knowledge of all project activities and deliverables. Manage time to ensure project work is completed efficiently and within timeframes established by supervisor. Inform supervisor in a timely manner regarding issues which may affect the scheduled completion of an assignment.

What will make you successful:

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.

Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.

Ability to read and interpret site plans, road construction plans, property plats, utility plans and sketches.

Knowledge of highway construction and roadway maintenance procedures.

Skill in the use of computers and job-relevant software programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to interpret VDOT Road and Bridge standards and specifications, VA Work Area Protection manual, Access Management and Land Use Permit Regulations, and Subdivision Street Requirements.

Ability to obtain necessary materials certifications needed within first 12 months of employment.

Ability to read and interpret site plans, road construction plans, property plats, utility plans and sketches.

Knowledge of highway construction and roadway maintenance procedures.

Knowledge of land use permitting processes and procedures.

Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications.

Valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations:

A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, or related field desired.

Experience in roadway construction and maintenance activities.

Experience working with MUTCD, Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, Road Design Manual, VDOT Road and Bridge Standards and Specifications, Access Management Regulations and Land Use Manual.

Possession of certifications required for position.

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Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
VDOT Code of Ethics
Standards of Conduct

Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements

Minimum Salary: 24.40

Maximum Salary: 39.65

About the Company

Virginia Department of Transportation

Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) manages Virginia’s transportation network. It plans, builds, maintains, and operates roads, bridges, and tunnels to keep travel safe and efficient. Its work includes long-range planning (looking 20–25 years ahead), transportation modeling for regional partners, and public outreach to keep citizens informed and involved, such as campaigns promoting safer roundabouts. Unlike private companies, VDOT is a state government agency funded to serve the public interest rather than earn profits. Its goal is to provide a reliable, safe, and accessible highway system for all Virginians and to address future transportation needs through coordinated planning and infrastructure projects.

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