Engineering Technician III

Fairfax County Government; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County Government seeks an Inspection Coordinator to provide advanced technical support for building inspections, maintenance, and repair services across county facilities.

The role requires interpreting and communicating regulatory requirements, maintaining a monthly inspection schedule, and coordinating actions with agencies, contractors, and internal teams. Strong knowledge of building codes and safety practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and four years of engineering technical support experience.
• Must possess thorough knowledge of county, state and federal laws, codes and regulations applicable to the field.
• Ability to interpret complex technical plans, permits, and inspection results for compliance.
• Experience with CMMS and record-keeping in engineering/maintenance contexts.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages the Regulatory Agency inspection process and interprets complex regulatory requirements.
• Develops and maintains a monthly schedule of inspections and tests, coordinating follow-up actions with agencies, contractors, and staff.
• Reviews and approves contractor proposals, cost estimates, and invoices for inspection-related work.
• Oversees corrective actions for failed inspections and schedules re-inspections.
• Maintains accurate inspection records in CMMS and other systems; ensures final resolution of work orders.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Regulatory codes knowledge

Communication skills

Project coordination

Safety practices

Technical drawing/Maps

Data interpretation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Job Announcement

This position provides advanced technical support to the Project Management and Contracts sections. Serving as the Inspection Coordinator, performs specialized work related to building inspections, maintenance, and repair services for county facilities.

This position provides advanced technical support to the Project Management and Contracts sections. Serving as the Inspection Coordinator, performs specialized work related to building inspections, maintenance, and repair services for county facilities. This role independently manages the Regulatory Agency inspection process, requiring a working knowledge of building codes and the ability to interpret and communicate complex regulatory requirements. Proactively develops and maintains a monthly schedule of all inspections and tests, ensures timely resolution of deficiencies, and coordinates follow-up actions with regulatory agencies, contractors, internal staff, and external stakeholders.

Maintains accurate records for all inspections and tests within the county’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and other record-keeping systems. Responsibilities include reviewing and approving contractor proposals, cost estimates, and invoices for inspection-related work, and completing the necessary payment approval documentation. Oversees corrective actions for failed inspections, assigns repair tasks to APMs, tracks completion, and schedules re-inspections as needed. All inspection-related work orders are managed through final resolution.

This position works under the direction of the facilities supervisor and in collaboration with a team of assistant project managers (APMs).

This position requires issuance of a procurement card and adherence to all related policies and procedures.

Note: This position is designated as an essential employee and may be required to report during emergencies or inclement weather.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Thorough knowledge in the practical application of engineering science and technology to include applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design, maintenance, or production of approved plans, permits or construction and maintenance of structures, facilities or equipment;Thorough knowledge in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus and/or statistic and their applications for project completion and/or problem solving;
• Thorough knowledge of county, state and federal laws, codes and regulations pertaining to the appropriate technical field;
• Thorough knowledge of the methods and equipment used in engineering construction and inspection methods;
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices;
• Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices;
• Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude;
• Ability to prepare accurate drawings and maps;
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems;
• Ability to process information by compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating or verifying information and data accurately to document field notes;
• Ability to use relevant information and judgment to evaluate whether plans, specifications, permits or inspection results are in compliance with standards or meet specification requirements;
• Ability to estimate technical and/ or resource requirements for development of projects;
• Ability to review and interpret technical documents such as maps, plans or schematics to plan work;
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and correct abnormalities and malfunctions in equipment and technical processes;
• Ability to design, analyze and effectively use systems, components and methods within the framework of quality control and continuous improvement;
• Ability to enter and maintain information utilizing software or adaptive devices;
• Ability to create graphical representations;
• Ability to select, utilize and maintain tools and technology, including adaptive tools and new technology to facilitate work or a process;
• Ability to collect, compile, and interpret research data;
• Ability to respond to sensitive complaints, provide detailed technical explanations and resolve sensitive complaints;
• Ability to maintain effective work relationships and work in a team environment;
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Employment Standards

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to high school graduation or a GED issued by a state department of education; plus, four years of engineering technical support work.

Certificates And Licenses Required

Valid driver’s license

Necessary Special Requirements

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of building codes in respect to state mandated testing of life safety, vertical transportation, and other code regulated building sub-systems within county buildings.
• At least two (2) years' experience in one of the following industries: Facilities Management, Construction, or other building trade industries.
• At least two (2) years' experience documenting and recording technical information in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• At least two (2) years' experience of customer service experience.
• At least one (1) year experience scheduling and coordinating complex activities in one of the following fields: facility management, construction, or other building trade industries.
• Intermediate experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite software; specifically, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience handling and communicating sensitive and confidential information.

Physical Requirements

Employee will be required to walk, climb ladders, stand, bend and carry items under 10 pounds of weight. Must be able to drive a county vehicle. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

Selection Procedure

Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [e-mail] EEO/AA/TTY.