Engineering Technician

Job Title

Engineering Technician

Location

Henrico, VA, US

Organization Name

County of Henrico Department of Public Works

About Us

Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.

General Statement of Duties

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, May 6, 2024.

Performs technical paraprofessional civil engineering and supervisory work in the field and in the office; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

The duties of this position include conducting site visits and meeting with residents and filling out site visit reports related to drainage issues. Knowledge of GIS and Microsoft Office as well as the principles and practices of civil engineering is preferred; ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications; ability to perform engineering work of average complexity; ability to work effectively with and to develop good public relations with engineers and architects; ability to plan and organize their work as necessary; physical condition that permits such activities as occasional work under adverse temperatures and/or weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a two (2)-year associate's degree in a related engineering discipline and three (3) years of related paraprofessional engineering experience; OR , any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Additional Information

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
May require a pre-employment physical examination and/or medical tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the given position. May require possession of a valid Virginia Commercial driver's license, with endorsements and without restrictions.

How To Apply

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, May 6, 2024.

You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through www.henricojobs.com or register (new applicants) or login (returning applicants) to this site from the home page.

Minimum Salary

Maximum Salary

Currency

USD

Main Organization

General Government General Government

Employment Status

Hourly/Temporary Hourly/Temporary

Amount of Travel

Work At Home