FIELD ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - III

The State of New Hampshire; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Construction, has full-time vacancies for Field Engineering Technician I – III across New Hampshire.

Technician I hires may require a high school diploma or an associate degree with relevant fields and a valid driver’s license. Technician II/III require additional experience or education and an acceptable MVR.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for Technician I.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience may substitute for some work experience.
• A valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi‑professional engineering audit procedures on project records and documents.
• Analyze final quantities for engineering projects across the Construction Bureau.
• Assist in monitoring semi‑professional technical procedures and train junior staff.
• Verify measurements and calculations using BlueBeam and MS Excel.
• Participate in meetings and support field staff as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in engineering-related fields

Valid driver’s license

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel. Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

FIELD ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - III (Job ID: 53232)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Construction

FIELD ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - III

Field Engineering Technician I - $15.93/hour- $20.80/hour

Field Engineering Technician II - $17.81/hour - $23.39/hour

Field Engineering Technician III - $19.96/hour - $26.41/hour

Multiple Positions/Locations Available

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Construction, has full-time vacancies for Field Engineering Technician I – III positions.

SUMMARY

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I: To perform semi‑professional engineering audit procedures on project records and documents related to engineering projects for the Department’s Construction Bureau, working under the direct supervision of higher‑level technicians and engineers.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II: To perform semi‑professional technical engineering audit procedures required to analyze and determine final contract quantities related to engineering projects for the Department’s Construction Bureau.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III: To perform and assist in monitoring semi‑professional technical engineering procedures required to analyze and determine final quantities related to engineering projects for the Department’s Construction Bureau.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I

• Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential.
• Experience: Two years of experience as an Engineering Aide, one year of which shall have been at a level equivalent to Engineering Aide II.
• OR
• Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering, landscape, architecture, forestry, horticulture, environmental studies, agronomy, geology, soil science or earth science.
• Experience: No experience required.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
• Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
• Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 1+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None

AFTER‑HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Criteria: 17302002BGA01 (Eng Tech to Level 3). For promotion from the 17‑3020 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except Drafters‑2 job title to the 17‑3020 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except Drafters‑3 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II

• Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential.
• Experience: Three years of experience as an Engineering Aide or Engineering Technician, at least one year of which shall have been at a level equivalent to Engineering Technician I.
• OR
• Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering, landscape, architecture, forestry, horticulture, environmental studies, agronomy, geology, soil science or earth science.
• Experience: One year of experience at a level equivalent to Engineering Technician I.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
• Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
• Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None

AFTER‑HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Criteria: 17302003BGA01 (Eng Tech to Level 4). For promotion from the 17‑3020 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except Drafters‑3 job title to the 17‑3020 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except Drafters‑4 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III

• Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering, landscape architecture, forestry, horticulture, environmental studies, agronomy, geology, soil science or earth science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.
• Experience: Three years of experience as an Engineering Aide or Technician, two years of which shall have been at a level equivalent to Engineering Technician II. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license.
• Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
• Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None

AFTER‑HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

No in‑band advancement available. Broad Group Level Advancement available: Yes. Criteria: 17302004BGA01 (Eng Tech to Level 5).

RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I

• Calculates volumes by means of engineering methods for determination of quantities of materials.
• Verifies measurements, computations and documentation supplied by Contract Administrators and field support staff.
• Tallies daily invoices of materials submitted and determines correct totals for final quantity payments.
• Utilizes computer software such as BlueBeam and MS Excel to review and revise project records as necessary, during routine audit procedures.
• Review and resolve inconsistencies in documentation or Record Book entries with higher level technician or engineer.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II

• Verifies measurements, computations and documentation supplied by Contract Administrators and field support staff.
• Interprets and verifies areas and volumes of earthwork and embankment provided by the Contract Administrators and field support staff using computer software like BlueBeam and MS Excel.
• Develops or monitors the development of final as‑built plans on paper and/or electronically for future reference by interested parties.
• Supervises and trains lower‑level technicians in the use of engineering methods and audit procedures.
• Attend meetings to help resolve any questions regarding final contract quantities.
• Shares responsibility with Construction Services, including but not limited to answering office phones, updating databases, and assisting walk‑ins with questions from the field.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III

• Verifies and analyzes the proper use of mathematical computations performed by Contract Administrators and field support staff.
• Calculates and/or analyzes the accuracy of final volumes of earthwork quantities by use of engineering methods using computer software like BlueBeam and MS Excel.
• Compares project Record Book entries with design quantities using the Department’s construction Management System (iPD Web) to eliminate errors and double payments.
• Analyzes project field notebooks for accurate measurements and calculations to ensure compliance with standard specifications, methods of measurement, and basis of payment.
• Develops or monitors the development of final as‑built plans on paper and/or electronically for future reference by interested parties.
• Supervises and trains lower‑level technicians in the use of engineering methods, audit procedures and iPD Web.
• Attend meetings to help resolve any questions regarding final contract quantities.
• Shares responsibilities within Construction Services including, but not limited to answering office phones, updating databases and assisting walk‑ins with questions from the field.

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact Pamela Shore, Training and Recruitment Specialist, at (603) 271‑8026 or at [e-mail]

For further information please Levi Byers, Administrator, at (603) 271‑2571 or [e-mail]

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
• The actual value of State‑paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
• Other Benefits:
• *Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500–$1800 value)
• *Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• *State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• *Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• *$50,000 state‑paid life insurance plus additional low‑cost group life insurance
• *Incentive‑based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Value of State’s share of Employee’s Retirement: 12.87% of pay

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1‑800‑735‑2964