What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I (SR-07) [2 vacancies] position at City and County of Honolulu?
THIS JOB POSTING WILL CLOSE ONCE 20 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED OR ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026, 11:59 P.M., HAWAII STANDARD TIME (HST), WHICHEVER IS SOONER.
"Setting the standard, one measurement at a time."
The Department of Design and Construction is looking to fill Engineering Technician I positions in Honolulu to perform routine, elementary and manual work involved in engineering field surveying.
What You Will Do
Assist survey crews by holding a level rod, stadia rod, or prism pole to help measure distances and elevations.
Assist with survey fieldwork by clearing vegetation and obstacles, marking and driving stakes, using a plumb bob, locating boundary corners, and collecting topographic and contour data.
Drive a survey van to transport equipment and travel to various work sites throughout Oahu.
Learn to operate surveying instruments and perform head chain person duties as part of on-the-job training.
Assist with recording and reducing field notes and performing basic calculations using a scientific calculator or computer.
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 https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.
Apply today to protect water quality and to make a lasting impact.
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school with courses in mathematics.
(Desirable Coursework: ALGEBRA, GEOMETRY, & TRIGONOMETRY)
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of an appropriate valid Hawaii State driver's license, as required.
(The current vacancy requires a driver's license (Type 3), prior to appointment.)
Salary : $3,201