Engineering Technician I/II-Materials Lab

Yakima County

82d • $24 - $36

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. The position is for Engineering Technician II-J23-U14-H, which is a Regular Non-Exempt role eligible for overtime. The job primarily involves providing field project administration, contract compliance, quality control, and approving/testing of materials for County capital improvement projects. The Engineering Technician I is an Entry-Level position, while the Engineering Technician II is a Journey-Level position.

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.
• 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.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED