Engineering Technician I/II-Materials Lab
About The Position
The mission of Yakima County Government is to provide accessible, responsive and responsible public service through leadership and teamwork committed to understanding and meeting public needs. Our Values: Integrity Common Sense Innovation Accountability Position Data: Engineering Technician II-J23-U14-H Regular Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime) Overview: Job Description Summary Pay Range: Engineering Tech I: $24.23 - $30.73 per hour (Engineering Pay Plan, ENG23 Step 1-13) Pay Range: Engineering Tech II: $28.87-$36.91 per hour (Engineering Pay Plan, ENG24 Step 1-13) Hiring Range: Engineering Tech I: $24.23 - $25.71 per hour (Engineering Pay Plan, ENG23 Step 1-4 DOQ) Hiring Range: Engineering Tech II: $28.87 - $30.63 per hour (Engineering Pay Plan, ENG24 Step 1-4 DOQ) Position Closes: Open Until Closed with weekly reviews starting 10/20/25 There is one Engineering Technician I/II-Materials Lab opening with the Yakima County Roads Division. This position primarily is responsible for providing field project administration, contract compliance, quality control and approving/testing of materials for County capital improvement projects. Engineering Technician I is an Entry-Level position. Engineering Technician II is a Journey-Level position. Benefits included in position: Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD) Retirement Benefits Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Note: This is an AFSCME 2264 Bargaining Position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within 90 days of the closing of this position. (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections)
Requirements
- Engineering Technician I: High School or (G.E.D.) AND Two (2) years of relevant work experience in area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
- Engineering Technician II: Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Engineering, Surveying or related field AND Four (4) years of relevant work experience in area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
- (Note: Applicants with equivalent education and or experience must provide a detailed explanation.)
- Ability to obtain certification for Nuclear Densometer within one year of employment.
- Valid WA State Driver's License and proof of insurance, if requested.
- Successful completion of a general employment verification.
Responsibilities
- Manages assigned projects including related activities such as recommending and approving materials, resolving problems and providing quality control.
- Monitors and reviews project plans, drawings and specifications for accuracy including collecting, gathering and interpreting engineering data for routine engineering projects or portions of complex projects.
- Determining the type and frequency of testing required for all materials and expediting collection of samples and testing of same. Contacting necessary people with the results in a timely fashion.
- Prepares and maintains all project related materials documentation as required by State and Federal guidelines.
- Orders, inventories and repairs materials testing equipment.
- Other Duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD)
- Retirement Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
