Transportation Engineering Technologist - Various Locations

State-of-West-Virgini; West Virginia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Engineering Technologist role at the West Virginia Division of Highways will lead all aspects of surveying and mapping for DOH projects, reporting to the Regional Manager and overseeing subordinates. Primary focus on District 6 with responsibilities spanning multiple districts.

Qualifications include certification as an Engineering Technologist by the WV board. No prior experience is required, with substitution options listed for degrees and experience, and licensing

Qualifications

• Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the WV Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
• No prior surveying experience required.
• Substitution options for education and experience are described.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveying and mapping for DOH projects, covering multiple districts with a focus on District 6.
• Provide managerial oversight to subordinates and manage assigned projects.
• Ensure delivery of accurate, complex survey data and report to the Regional Manager.

Skills

Surveying basics

Education

Engineering Technologist Certification (WV)

Job description

**Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”

The Transportation Engineering Technologist will operate within the Survey and Mapping Unit of the Right of Way Division, covering District 3 (Jackson, Roane, Calhoun, Ritchie, Pleasants, Wood), District 4 (Doddridge, Harrison, Taylor, Preston, Monongalia, Marion), and District 6 (Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, Ohio, Tyler, and Wetzel counties),with a primary focus on District 6. As a Survey Party Chief, the successful candidate will lead all aspects of surveying and mapping, delivering expert-level data tailored to West Virginia Division of Highways (DOH) project requirements. Reporting to the Regional Manager, the incumbent will provide managerial oversight to subordinates, manage assigned projects, and ensure the accurate delivery of complex survey data. Performs related work as required.

**Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

TRAINING/EDUCATION

• Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.

EXPERIENCE

• No prior experience required

Substitution (New Hires Only)

• Associate of Applied Science in Highway Engineering Technology degree from a regionally accredited college or university, plus twelve (12) years of paid experience in a technical capacity in a Civil Engineering environment may be substituted for the required training/education.
• Associate Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or similar technical degree from an accredited college or university, plus ten (10) years of paid experience in a technical capacity in a Civil Engineering environment may be substituted for the required training/education.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or similar technical degree from an accredited college or university, plus seven (7) years of paid experience in a technical capacity in a Civil Engineering environment OR be licensed as a Professional Surveyor OR be licensed as a Professional Engineer may be substituted for the required training/education.

Special: Employees functioning as a licensed land surveyor must have a current state license from the State Board of Examiners for Land.

• Agency Contact Name: Lena Shavers
• Phone Number: 304-414-6816
• Email Address: [e-mail]