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Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27
Location:
Lincoln NE
Hiring Rate:
$23.140
Job Posting:
JR2025-Highway Designer II Plan Development Unit (Open)
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Job Description:
At the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) we reward our employees hard work with a positive and supportive work culture where forward-thinking is encouraged. We provide training/career development advancement opportunities ample paid time off work-life balance and exciting and challenging work opportunities. As a Highway Designer II in our Roadway Division you will be a member of the Plan Development Unit (PDU) and utilize CAD software to produce plan sets for complex highway projects and related civil or transportation engineering projects.
We reward our employees hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79% employer-paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20000 life insurance policy
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun inviting teammates
Free parking
JOB DUTIES:
PDUs mission is to create check and compile plans in a timely manner to meet the project delivery goals of NDOT. PDU works with several divisions within NDOT to create and compile the final plan set. The project can then be let and built to meet the asset management and safety goals of the department.
Responsibilities include:
- Support the Roadway Design Division by creating CAD files for sheet creation including the title sheet summary of quantity sheets typical cross-section sheets plan and profile sheets etc. These files are used from preliminary through letting plans for all Roadway Design Projects.
- Create Title Sheet and Summary of Quantities sheets for all other NDOT projects including Local Projects & Consultant Design Projects.
- Conduct QA/QC check of plan sets from preliminary through PS&E Turn-in checking for adherence to NDOT standards and practices.
- Compile the final plan set PDF file for PS&E Turn-in.
- Communicate effectively with people in the department.
- After the required skills have been achieved assist co-workers in creating plans following the guidelines set by NDOT.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Coursework training or experience in design drafting engineering highway construction or other construction field using CADD applications and practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduation from a recognized two-year Technical Community College.
- Education or experience in Civil Drafting with MicroStation or AutoCAD.
- Experience in Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam.
Other: Regular and reliable attendance is required
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge using Microsoft Office MicroStation or AutoCAD and Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam.
- Knowledge of NDOTs standards and practices.
- Proficient in applying Computer Aided Design technology to Roadway Plans and Standard or Special Plans.
- Ability to read and create highway project plan sets.
- Must be able to work with a minimum amount of supervision.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
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