DRAFTING TECHNICIAN III, IV, V and VI - OAHU

State of Hawaii; Hawaii; On-site; USD 38,881 - 62,194; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Electronic notifications regarding application status

Job summary

The State of Hawaii is hiring various levels of Drafting Technicians located in Ewa, Halawa, and Kalihi. Positions range from Drafting Technician III to VI, with salaries between $3,484 and $5,573 per month based on experience and level.

Successful candidates will perform complex drafting tasks and may supervise junior staff. A high school diploma with relevant drafting experience is required. Valid driver's license and completion of pre-employment checks are also necessary.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent graduation with courses in mathematics and mechanical drawing.
• 1–5 years of drafting experience depending on level.
• Requires a valid driver’s license for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex drafting work involving extensive skills.
• Lead a small group of lower-level drafting technicians.
• Prepare detailed architectural and engineering drawings.

Skills

Mathematics

Mechanical drawing

Drafting software

Education

High school graduation

Job description

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 22-0403 - The immediate vacancies are located in Ewa, Halawa and Kalihi with the Department of Transportation.

Salaries for the various position levels are as follows:

• Drafting Technician III - $3,484 to $4,409 per month (SR-11, Step C to i)
• Drafting Technician IV - $3,768 to $4,766 per month (SR-13, Step C to i)
• Drafting Technician V - $4,078 to $5,157 per month (SR-15, Step C to i)
• Drafting Technician VI - $4,409 to $5,573 per month (SR-17, Step C to i)

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Duties Summary

Individually performs complex drafting work involving a high level of drafting skill, in an area of specialization; may serve as team leader for a small group of drafting technicians of lower level; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Drafting Technician III performs work under general supervision as an advanced trainee, completing assignments varying in degree of difficulty and complexity.

Drafting Technician IV performs a variety of moderately difficult drafting work under general supervision and receives training in procedures, regulations, and special techniques.

Drafting Technician V performs fairly complex drafting work under general supervision in an area of specialization and performs other related duties as assigned.

Drafting Technician VI individually performs complex drafting work involving a high level of drafting skill in an area of specialization; may serve as team leader for a small group of drafts men of lower level; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Specialty titles used for positions at the V level and above:

• Drafting Technician (Engineering) – involves drafting profiles, cross‑sections, plans and details for airport, harbor, highway, water and sewage systems, flood control, irrigation and drainage, parks, and other engineering structures; includes preparation of maps, charts, graphs and illustrative materials directly relating to such projects.
• Drafting Technician (Architectural) – involves drafting floor plans, elevations, perspective drawings, sections, and architectural details of buildings and related structures.
• Drafting Technician (Structural) – involves drafting work on girders, beams, columns, riveted and welded joints, concrete reinforcing, and other elements of steel, concrete, timber, and other structures, including bridges, buildings, dams, wharves, piers, tunnels, retaining walls, tanks, towers, pedestrian facilities and other such structures.
• Drafting Technician (Cartographic) – involves drafting positions that include the compilation, drafting, revising and editing of maps and charts, and the collection, selection, computation, adjustment, processing and evaluation of source material to be used in such maps and charts.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants will be placed on the eligible lists for all levels for which they are qualified.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent, with courses in mathematics and mechanical drawing. Excess drafting experience or any responsible experience demonstrating analytical or drawing skill may be substituted for education on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Drafting Experience: Required experience in preparing detailed architectural, engineering, and/or cartographic drawings from designs and sketches, which includes:
  • A. The layout and drawings of finished plans.
  • B. Computation in the preparation of scaled drawings.
• Drafting experience by level:
  • Level III: 1 year of experience as stated above; performs simple routine drafting work with algebra, geometry, trigonometry, nomenclature, and use of conventional symbols, basic techniques, and standard drafting instruments/equipment, and solves simple math problems.
  • Level IV: 2 years of experience as stated above; same routine drafting skills as Level III.
  • Level V: 3 years of experience; a qualified journeyman level for recurring, standardized drafting assignments; expected to perform all but the most complex drafting work in a specialized area.
  • Level VI: 5 years of experience; marked increase in authority and independent responsibility for planning graphic portrayals, complementing specifications or descriptions, and expected to plan and develop work with minimal supervisory assistance.
• Substitution Allowed: Successful completion of a course of study in Engineering Technology at an accredited community college may be substituted for one year of the required drafting experience.
• License: A valid driver’s license is required for some positions; required at the time of appointment.
• Federal Criminal History Records Check: Positions requiring unescorted access to secured areas at the airport must undergo a pre‑employment fingerprint‑based criminal history record check. Applicants must not have been convicted of a disqualifying criminal offense within 10 years from the date of the application. The cost of the records check is the applicant’s responsibility.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete minimum qualification requirements. To view the requirements in their entirety, please contact the agencies directly.

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Other Information

The State of Hawai‘i complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program – The PSLF program is a federal program that encourages public service employment by forgiving the balance of federal student loans after 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, visit the U.S. Department of Education website.

Electronic Notification to Applicants – The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will send electronic mail notifications regarding application status. Please ensure your email address is current and accessible. We are not responsible if emails are not received due to disabled features.

Testing Information – The examination will assess education and experience. Applicants should provide a clear description of duties and responsibilities for each position held. In‑person interviews or further testing may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must be available for in‑person phases at their own expense. Applications are encouraged to be submitted promptly.

Equal Employment Opportunity, Merit Civil Service System, citizenship, reasonable accommodation, veterans preference, examination requirements, and the State Recruiting Office’s levels of review information is available upon request.