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It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.
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The posting is for one Engineering Specialist II position that will serve as Survey Party Chief in the Sanford Resident Engineer’s Office. Duties include performing survey work on complex construction projects, supervising survey crews and lower-level technicians, making independent decisions, and communicating effectively with co-workers, contractor's personnel, and the general public. When contract surveying is utilized, the Survey Party Chief will be responsible for reviewing the contractor's survey submittals and providing checks of their construction layouts in the field. The employee working in this position will be exposed to high traffic volumes, work at heights over water or traffic, outside environmental hazards, confined areas, and may be required to work at night and on weekends. Ability to read, interpret, and explain such things as construction plans, contract provisions, and
specification/inspection procedures. Safety Toe Shoes required.
***Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.***
Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC14 $52,592 - $92,036
- Experience using surveying equipment, instruments, levels, data collectors and GPS equipment
- Experience with mathematical functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
- Experience in performing highway construction stakeouts
- Experience in conducting independent, moderately complex surveying
- Computer experience including office software and drafting software
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Associate’s degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology or Survey Technology from an appropriately accredited institution and seven years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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- $52,592–$92,036 a year
- 6% above the $68,266 median for Other jobs on Jobera (138,129 salaries).
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- United States
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- November 5, 2026
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