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Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$19.941
Job Posting:
JR2026-00024058 Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Lincoln (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description:
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system!
Pay rate of $19.941 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $22.938 per hour upon acquiring the necessary certifications and demonstration of skills.
Exciting Added Pay Differentials! In this classification, those who hold a CDL and are utilized to perform CDL functions on a regular basis shall receive a pay differential of:
- $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service,
- an additional $1/hour after 3 years of continuous service,
- an additional $1/hour after 5 years of continuous service.
We are eager and excited to retain you here at NDOT!
We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which include:
- 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 $20,000 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
Please reach out to Alexis, Talent Acquisition Partner, at 402-525-2304, if you have questions or to learn more.
Job Duties:
- Successful candidates will be trained to perform inspection duties on highway construction projects.
- This may include, but is not limited to, performing preliminary surveying, construction surveying, and ROW staking as a primary duty, but could also entail the sampling and testing of construction materials, and the documentation of contractor’s daily work related to highway construction.
- Candidates will learn the mathematical skills needed to be trained to read and interpret construction and bridge plans effectively.
- All training will be done under direct supervision.
- Successful candidates will be trained and required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Candidates will be trained to operate snow removal equipment and perform snow removal activities as needed.
- Candidates will be required to work varying hours outdoors on highway construction projects.
- Hours are typically based on the contractor's schedule and this may include nights, evenings, and weekends.
- Successful candidates will be provided with all the necessary training, materials, equipment, and safety apparel to perform assigned duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Highway Construction Technician I: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.
Highway Construction Technician II: Experience in performing activities pertinent to construction work such as surveying, materials testing, or field inspections. OR Coursework or training in construction surveying, materials testing, or inspections practices, and in using associated instruments and equipment. Also, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in surveying, road construction, materials testing, record keeping, trigonometry, and geometry. Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or snow removal equipment. Computer experience including word processing, spreadsheets, SiteManager, GEOPAK, and MicroStation software.
Other: Must possess or be able to obtain a Class A or B CDL within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the department. This position may require overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is required. In order to be hired at the Highway Construction Technician II level, applicants must have passed the NDOT Math, Highway Plan Reading, and Bridge Plan reading courses or have an Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a related field which may be substituted for the completion of the NDOT courses. Upon hire, you will be provided with the required training material. This is a self-paced training and once completed provides for promotion to the Highway Construction Tech II level. Typically, this is accomplished within the first 6 months of employment. Must be able to report to work outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies within 40 minutes under normal driving conditions.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Ability to work and communicate with a team. Ability to work with minimal supervision, be self-motivated, and hold high integrity. Trainable. Ability and willingness to learn and accept challenges by learning and adjusting to new technology and processes. Quality/results-oriented sense of urgency in the performance of duties. Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors. Ability to interact in a positive manner and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect, work to resolve conflicts, and make good decisions using sound judgment, processes, and purpose.
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/
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.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$19.941
Job Posting:
JR2026-00024058 Hwy Construction Technician I/II - Lincoln (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description:
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system!
Pay rate of $19.941 per hour. Employees may be promoted to a Construction Technician II position at a rate of $22.938 per hour upon acquiring the necessary certifications and demonstration of skills.
Exciting Added Pay Differentials! In this classification, those who hold a CDL and are utilized to perform CDL functions on a regular basis shall receive a pay differential of:
- $1/hour after 1 year of continuous service,
- an additional $1/hour after 3 years of continuous service,
- an additional $1/hour after 5 years of continuous service.
We are eager and excited to retain you here at NDOT!
We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which include:
- 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 $20,000 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
Please reach out to Alexis, Talent Acquisition Partner, at 402-525-2304, if you have questions or to learn more.
Job Duties:
- Successful candidates will be trained to perform inspection duties on highway construction projects.
- This may include, but is not limited to, performing preliminary surveying, construction surveying, and ROW staking as a primary duty, but could also entail the sampling and testing of construction materials, and the documentation of contractor’s daily work related to highway construction.
- Candidates will learn the mathematical skills needed to be trained to read and interpret construction and bridge plans effectively.
- All training will be done under direct supervision.
- Successful candidates will be trained and required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Candidates will be trained to operate snow removal equipment and perform snow removal activities as needed.
- Candidates will be required to work varying hours outdoors on highway construction projects.
- Hours are typically based on the contractor's schedule and this may include nights, evenings, and weekends.
- Successful candidates will be provided with all the necessary training, materials, equipment, and safety apparel to perform assigned duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Highway Construction Technician I: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.
Highway Construction Technician II: Experience in performing activities pertinent to construction work such as surveying, materials testing, or field inspections. OR Coursework or training in construction surveying, materials testing, or inspections practices, and in using associated instruments and equipment. Also, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in surveying, road construction, materials testing, record keeping, trigonometry, and geometry. Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or snow removal equipment. Computer experience including word processing, spreadsheets, SiteManager, GEOPAK, and MicroStation software.
Other: Must possess or be able to obtain a Class A or B CDL within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the department. This position may require overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is required. In order to be hired at the Highway Construction Technician II level, applicants must have passed the NDOT Math, Highway Plan Reading, and Bridge Plan reading courses or have an Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a related field which may be substituted for the completion of the NDOT courses. Upon hire, you will be provided with the required training material. This is a self-paced training and once completed provides for promotion to the Highway Construction Tech II level. Typically, this is accomplished within the first 6 months of employment. Must be able to report to work outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies within 40 minutes under normal driving conditions.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Ability to work and communicate with a team. Ability to work with minimal supervision, be self-motivated, and hold high integrity. Trainable. Ability and willingness to learn and accept challenges by learning and adjusting to new technology and processes. Quality/results-oriented sense of urgency in the performance of duties. Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors. Ability to interact in a positive manner and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect, work to resolve conflicts, and make good decisions using sound judgment, processes, and purpose.
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/
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.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Technician
Target roles requiring technical degrees
Focus on positions requiring construction engineering technology, civil engineering, or construction management degrees. Generic construction roles without specific educational requirements won't qualify for H-1B sponsorship under specialty occupation standards.
Emphasize technical specializations
Highlight expertise in building information modeling (BIM), structural analysis software, or construction project management systems. Technical specializations help distinguish your role from general construction work that doesn't require specialized knowledge.
Research engineering consulting firms
Large engineering and construction consulting companies like AECOM, Jacobs, and HDR regularly sponsor H-1B visas for technical roles. These firms often have established sponsorship processes and understand specialty occupation requirements.
Consider government contractor positions
Federal contractors working on infrastructure projects often need construction technicians with security clearance eligibility. These roles typically require degrees and offer more structured paths to H-1B sponsorship than private construction companies.
Document technical responsibilities clearly
Prepare detailed job descriptions showing how your role requires applying engineering principles, not just physical construction work. USCIS scrutinizes construction roles carefully to ensure they meet specialty occupation standards for degree requirements.
Network through professional engineering societies
Join the American Society of Civil Engineers or similar organizations to connect with employers who understand technical construction roles. Professional networks often lead to positions that clearly qualify for visa sponsorship.
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Do Construction Technician roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but only positions requiring specialized knowledge and a relevant bachelor's degree. Roles involving engineering analysis, technical project management, or specialized construction software typically qualify. Generic construction work without degree requirements doesn't meet H-1B specialty occupation standards.
What degree do I need for Construction Technician H-1B sponsorship?
Construction engineering technology, civil engineering, construction management, or architectural engineering degrees are most common. Some positions accept related engineering degrees if the role involves technical analysis or specialized construction systems requiring that educational background.
Which companies sponsor H-1B visas for Construction Technicians?
Large engineering consulting firms like AECOM, Jacobs, WSP, and Stantec regularly sponsor technical construction roles. Federal contractors, infrastructure development companies, and firms specializing in complex construction projects also provide sponsorship opportunities for qualified candidates.
What are common denial reasons for Construction Technician H-1B petitions?
USCIS often denies petitions where job duties appear to be general construction work rather than specialized technical tasks. Other common issues include insufficient evidence that the position requires a degree, or job descriptions that don't clearly demonstrate specialty occupation requirements.
Can Construction Technicians get green cards through employment?
Yes, typically through EB-2 or EB-3 categories. EB-2 requires advanced degrees or exceptional ability, while EB-3 covers skilled workers with bachelor's degrees. The PERM labor certification process can take 12-18 months, followed by I-140 petition filing.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Construction Technician jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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