Design Utilities Technician - Sikeston

Application Deadline: 05/12/2025

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

This position may be filled at one of three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, an Intermediate starting salary of $44,224.56, and a Senior starting salary of $48,621.60.

Job Location: Sikeston, MO

Why you’ll love this position: The design technician provides semi-skilled technical or paraprofessional support in the preparation of plans and documents used in the design of roadway projects. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

• Serves as a contact for utility companies, municipalities and internal MoDOT staff. Notify utility partners of upcoming projects and help to develop a plan of adjustment for projects, in accordance with current design standards, policies, specifications and practices.
• Assists with the preparation of special provisions, reimbursable utility agreements and utility plan adjustment review.
• Works with municipalities, consultants, utility companies and MoDOT staff on matters pertaining to relocation of structures or facilities and estimate costs.
• Conducts field visits with municipalities, consultants, and utility companies to explain how projects will affect their facilities.
• Assists in estimating utility relocation cost for projects to aid in budgeting and planning.
• Assists in the review of outside developer, utility company or municipal projects for impacts to existing utilities or future development by the department.
• Utilizes computer aided drafting software, and various other computer software programs to perform design and review related activities; may produce project sketches, locate information on aerial and topographic maps, crosscheck plans and specifications, help develop and maintain utility database, and prepare detailed reports and graphs.

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

Contact Details: sehr@modot.mo.gov

Deadline to apply for this position is at 11:55 p.m. the night of closing.

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• State of Missouri

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