Engineering Support Technician III - SR-17

County of Hawai`i; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements (4-10)

Vacation up to 21 days per year

Sick leave up to 21 days per year

13 paid holidays per year

Training and development

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefit plans

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Department of Public Works - Traffic Division in Hilo is seeking a technical professional to support engineering activities and projects. The role involves data analysis, plan reviews, and drawings creation using CAD and GIS, with potential supervision of a small team.

Required is a high school diploma and three years of engineering support experience; a valid Hawaii driver’s license is also needed. Training may lead to a permanent appointment, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school; substitution rules allow an Associate's degree for part of experience.
• Three years of technical experience in engineering support functions such as CAD/GIS, data analysis, and surveying/drafting.
• Valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or comparable license at time of filing.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex subprofessional technical work in support of engineering activities and projects.
• Review and analyze permit applications and water/sewer connection data for compliance.
• Conduct tests of construction materials and prepare CAD drawings and GIS maps.
• Supervise lower level technicians and aids as needed.
• Provide information to the public and engineering consultants regarding water quality and permits.

Skills

Mathematics

Engineering terminology

Supervision

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree in Engineering/CAD (substitution)

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex subprofessional, technical work in support of professional engineering activities and projects; may supervise and participate in the activities of a small group of lower level technicians and engineering aids; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Traffic Division in Hilo.

Working Hours for the vacancy with the Department of Public Works

Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list.

Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

• Performs a variety of complex subprofessional, technical work in general support of professional engineering activities and projects such as compiling statistics and making cost and volumetric computations to be used in planning, development, permitting, engineering design, feasibility studies, and regulatory compliance.
• Reviews, analyzes, and approves various permit applications, forms, and reports relating to regulatory compliance, public facilities clearance, land use, and development proposals; reviews and analyzes water quality and cross-connection control and backflow prevention data; approves water service or sewer connection applications.
• Determines consistency of projects with environmental assessment and policy guidelines.
• Conducts tests and inspections of a variety of construction materials and processes for conformance to specifications and plans.
• Works closely with professional personnel in planning engineering design projects, that requires follow through by the incumbent.
• Operates county vehicle to perform construction inspection as directed by professional personnel.
• Provides customers, general public, and engineering consultants with information relating to water quality, water service or sewer connections, permits, compliance actions, etc.
• Conducts surveys and public notifications for customer information and regulation compliance.
• Operates a CAD (computer aided drafting) and/or GIS (Geographical Information System) system; serves as network administrator in support of engineering operations.
• Maintains files, miscellaneous records, and database files, including the electronic versions.
• Prepares CAD generated drawings, sketches, and schemes; prepares GIS generated maps and exhibits.
• Assists engineers with field trips, public informational meetings, workshops, seminars, conferences, meetings, and hearings.
• May supervise lower level technicians and engineering aids.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Training and Experience

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from high school, and
• three (3) years of technical experience in engineering oriented support functions such as in research, data collection and analyses, inspection, testing, designing, CAD and/or GIS, surveying and/or drafting experience, and
• possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing as applicable to the position. You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire, if the position requires a driver's license. (The immediate vacancy with the Department of Public Works requires a valid driver's license.)

Note: As applicable to the position, a current Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate is required prior to appointment. (The immediate vacancy with the Department of Public Works does not require a Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate).

Substitution of education for required experience

An Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Engineering Drafting, or CAD may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. (Scan and attach your official college transcript to be credited for the substitution of experience).

Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application).

Examination

All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Knowledge of: mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry as required; engineering terminology; basic engineering principles and practices; sources of technical information and pertinent regulations and references; and principles and practices of supervision.

Ability to: make mathematical computations; relate and apply practical knowledge of engineering techniques and practices to the solution of engineering problems; conduct research and tests to evaluate equipment, systems, and materials; read plans and specifications; extract, compile, and evaluate data and prepare reports; prepare drawings, charts, and other graphic materials; operate micro and/or mini computer systems and its peripherals; give and follow oral and written instructions.

Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

Benefits of County Employment

The County of Hawaii offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours.
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawaii offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
• Credit Union Membership
• Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.