ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN II (SR-17) [1 vacancy]
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The has one (1) vacancy for Engineering Support Technician II in Honolulu. This position performs moderate and complex technical work in general support of professional engineering activities, including assisting with database management. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Field Investigations & Infrastructure Assessment Assists in conducting site visits, bridge inspections, field investigations, and post-emergency damage assessments to evaluate infrastructure conditions and project needs. Project Documentation & Records Management Maintains and organizes project records, as-built plans, and bridge inventory databases to ensure accurate and accessible documentation. Project Development & Regulatory Support Assists in preparing project scopes, CIP justifications, permit applications, and supporting sketches and maps required for project approval. Coordination, Reporting & Administrative Support Coordinates work activities, responds to complaints and service requests, and prepares reports and presentation materials for Division leadership. Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting . Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career! Additional Job Information Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
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add and to your contact list. Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply. Minimum Qualification Requirements At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment., Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year. – Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year. – Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years. – Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development. – Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP). – Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees. – Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future…choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement. – Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required. – Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item – Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates. – Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available. – Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral. – Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: To view additional information, please visit our page.
- All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
01 APPLICATION GUIDELINES & INSTRUCTIONS: When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections. List each work experience separately, do not combine jobs. For example, if you’ve held more than one position or job level(s) for the same employer, they should be listed and described separately so that the resulting changes in your duties and responsibilities are accurately reflected. If any part of your experience is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official job/position description (PD). In general (unless otherwise specified on the job posting), the following criteria is utilized for evaluation of the Minimum Qualification Requirements:
- Substitute, temporary assignment, internship or volunteer experience requires an official letter of verification from your supervisor and/or Human Resources department. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
- Concurrent or overlapping experiences and/or education will NOT be double credited.
- Professional experience refers to work that generally involves independent critical thinking, solving complex, non-routine problems, preparing reports, and interpreting and applying technical information.
- Most work experience as an intern will NOT be creditable as equivalent to professional experience.
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Calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.
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Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience.
- Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, NOT one and a half years.
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All requirements for the position must be met at the time of application or by the closing date of the recruitment., Possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position. Any information you submit is subject to verification. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number. If you previously submitted education documents (e.g., transcripts, diploma, etc.) to our office, for most cases you are not required to resubmit them. Supporting documents with an expiration period (e.g., driver’s license, Department of Transportation medical certificate, etc.) will need to be submitted with each application to verify possession of a current license or certificate at the time specified on the job posting.
- I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.
Requirements
Equivalent to graduation from high school with courses in mathematics., Three years of technical experience in engineering oriented support functions such as in research, data collection and analysis, inspection, testing, designing, surveying and/or drafting activities Substitution: An associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering Technology or Natural Sciences will substitute for two of the required three years of experience. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, or in a Biological or Physical Science will substitute for all of the required experience. Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration. Applicable Skills Needed Knowledge of mathematics (including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), engineering terminology, basic engineering principles, and applicable technical regulations and reference sources. Ability to apply engineering techniques and practices to solve technical problems, conduct research and evaluations, and perform related testing and analysis activities. Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; extract, compile, and evaluate data; and prepare clear, concise reports and technical documentation. Ability to prepare drawings, charts, and other graphic materials and follow oral and written instructions in a professional engineering support environment. LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license, as required., Technical Engineering Support Experience Describe your technical experience in engineering oriented support functions such as research, data collection and analysis, inspection, testing, designing, surveying and/or drafting activities. Include in your response:
- Which job from the Work Experience section of your application where you had engineering oriented support experience;
- A description of the types of research, data collection and analysis, inspection, testing, designing, surveying and/or drafting activities you performed and types of program utilized (e.g., AutoCAD, GIS, Microsoft Office, Scheduling Programs, WARMF, RUSLE2, spreadsheets, database, etc.) (provide examples); and
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- $16.00-17.00 per hour Hawaiian Building Maintenance is more than a workplace - it’s a team built on respect, growth, and shared responsibility. We’re always looking for people who take pride in their wo…
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