Engineering Technician I

Skill; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental plans

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan with company match

Free online training via Gymnasium

Job summary

Skill in Houston, TX is seeking an entry-level contractor to support engineering/operations tasks. The role focuses on handling facility location data, project plans, and documentation, with exposure to mapping software and internal platforms.

No prior experience is required, and training is provided. This temporary position offers skills development, collaboration with internal teams, and opportunities to engage with government and external partners on infrastructure projects within the energy

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required for the role.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are needed.
• Team player and detail-oriented mindset required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide location data for company facilities to internal/external staff.
• Distribute, monitor, track, and archive external project plans.
• Monitor and administer access to internal support platforms.
• Perform basic maintenance/editing of internal support platforms as needed.
• Create facility map packets for projects using mapping software for agencies/consultants/clients.
• Submit notifications and manage documentation for government/state projects.
• Coordinate ROW permits with state/local entities and follow through to approval.
• Sign client plan sets digitally when required by authorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team player

Detail oriented

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Placement Type: Temporary

Salary: $23-25 Hourly

Start Date: Sep 22, 2026

Our client is a prominent energy company committed to providing reliable and safe energy solutions to a broad customer base. With a focus on innovation and operational excellence, they are at the forefront of developing and maintaining the infrastructure that powers homes and businesses. Joining their team means becoming part of an organization with a strong commitment to community service and sustainable growth within the energy industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide location data for company facilities to internal and external construction and maintenance personnel.
• Distribute, monitor, track, and archive external construction project plans.
• Monitor and administer access to internal support platforms.
• Perform basic maintenance and editing of existing internal support platforms as needed.
• Create facility map packets for private and public projects using specialized mapping software, and provide finished products to government agencies, engineering consultants, and other third-party customers.
• Receive and distribute project notifications for public improvement projects to the appropriate company manager/designer.
• Create notification numbers for engineering projects.
• Apply for Right-of-Way (ROW) permits from state and local government entities for engineering, construction, and maintenance projects, and follow up until approved.
• Submit 48-hour notification of intent to start construction projects to relevant state agencies and other entities as required.
• Digitally sign client plan sets when required by local government entities.
• Coordinate easement encroachments for engineering projects.
• Facilitate the coordination of supply shutdowns between internal teams and external partners.
• Prepare and send construction documentation packages with required construction drawings, work orders, environmental reports, budget approvals, etc., to all concerned parties.
• Utilize Microsoft Office suite and specialized mapping and enterprise resource planning software in support of engineering.
• Perform additional duties as directed in support of engineering and operations.

Must-Have Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• No prior experience required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player and detail-oriented.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications and office equipment.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.