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Description * Salary Grade SG 114* * Recruitment Range Starting at: $65,056.00 - $81,245.00 * ** Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience ** * Work Location is Town Hall Clayton, NC (Johnston County) * The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Engineering Technician for the Engineering Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts

The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community. Duties & Responsibilities Performs technical engineering support for proposed private development and capital improvement projects related project management and inspection of public infrastructure.

Performs project management for Private Development Projects including scheduling, overseeing contractors, reviewing construction material submittals, performing periodic inspections, and other activities related to construction of public infrastructure. Inspects new construction of water distribution, sanitary sewer collections, and storm drainage infrastructure for compliance with Town standards and specifications for installation. Inspects new construction of roads for compliance with Town standards and specifications related to subgrade compaction and grade, curb and gutter, asphalt thickness, paving and compaction procedure, and overall finished riding surface.

Schedules inspections with developers and contractors. Inspect residential and commercial driveways. Inspection of public sidewalk and ADA ramps.

Meets with contractors, engineers, owners, project managers, and architects to review and explain construction requirements. Meets with citizens and departments on questions, complaints, and concerns about infrastructure and capital improvement projects. Reviews and approves Record Drawings; reviews final plats for accuracy and conformance with approved subdivision plans and dedication of right-of-way and easements as shown on approved construction drawings.

Provides support to Engineering Department staff as needed to make field modifications, changes to plans, and suggest methods of obtaining compliance based on field conditions. Observes field conditions, inspects construction work in progress, and upon completion, for quality of work and adherence to approved plans and specifications. Makes recommendations of public infrastructure acceptance to the Assistant Director and prepares and provides documentation to the Town Clerk for Town Council action.

Coordinates with various Town departments to ensure the sustainability of public improvements and coordinates updates to applicable specifications and standards. Provide support for environmental programs such as MS4 permits and erosion and sedimentation control as needed. Compiles information for Powell Bill and Federal Highway Administration audits on Town projects.

Special Requirements, Education & Experience Knowledge of public utility infrastructure construction techniques, processes, and materials, and the ability to determine whether design standards and specifications are being met. Knowledge of street, sidewalk, pedestrian and bicycle transportation, and storm drainage system construction techniques, processes and materials, and the ability to determine whether design specifications are being met. Knowledge of engineering specifications and standards relating to water and sewer line, street, and storm drainage construction.

Knowledge of the application of information technology for reporting, surveying, drafting, GIS, and office work. Knowledge of engineering technology. Skill in collaborative conflict resolution.

Skill in customer service excellence. Skill in time management. Ability to perform materials and construction tests, interpret results, and observe water line disinfection.

Ability to read and interpret laws, ordinances, plans, specifications, and construction drawings and to compare them with various aspects of construction in progress. Ability to operate surveying and drafting equipment. Ability to detect errors in construction materials and projects.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, developers, construction workers, the public, and other employees; ability to exercise tact and firmness in the enforcement of requirements and successful conflict resolution strategies. Ability to plan and organize own work and maintain the necessary records and reports. Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED required, Associate Degree in Engineering Technology preferred.

Minimum 2 years horizontal site construction experience. OR Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITE* https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/ If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627

If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click "Application Status".

It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting. To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.

Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume's on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit.

"See Resume" or "See Attachment" WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions.

Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at: https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/251/Benefits. When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position

The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager. Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.