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Civil Engineering Technicians
Location
United States
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
Not specified
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Role Description
WSDOT is looking for several enthusiastic, career-minded individuals to join our dynamic Civil Engineering Technician teams who support the vast infrastructure throughout the state.
- Support transportation projects through field assessments, design support, construction inspection, materials testing, and surveying.
- Work may occur in field, office, and laboratory settings.
- Assist with the inspection of materials.
- Interpret highway construction plans, specifications, and special provisions in monitoring the contractor’s work.
- Effectively interact with contractors, crew members, and the public.
- Work as a density tester on subgrade, surfacing, and paving projects.
- Work as an asphalt inspector on paving projects.
- Check calculations made by others.
- Assist the Office Engineer with construction documentation.
- Perform design tasks, drawing, and revising contract plan sheets.
- Produce Special Provisions, Ebase estimates, Structure Notes, and Quantity Tabulations.
- Work on a construction or design project survey team on projects of all sizes.
Qualifications
- Applied Technical Engineering Skills (Fundamental Knowledge): Ability to perform basic technical engineering tasks under guidance, such as data collection, field inspections, material testing, or plan review. Demonstrated understanding of engineering principles.
- Communication and Collaboration: Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with contractors, engineering staff, and the public. Able to communicate observations, findings, and technical data clearly in documentation and discussions.
- Positive Team Environment: Demonstrated experience working in a manner that contributes to a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
- Ability to traverse uneven and steep terrain adjacent to traffic and heavy equipment in all weather conditions.
- Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to obtain certification as a WSDOT General Inspector within 12 months of hire.
- A Western Alliance for Quality Transportation Construction (WAQTC) qualified tester, or equivalent, or ability to obtain within 24 months of hire.
- An American Concrete Institute (ACI) qualified tester, or equivalent, or the ability to obtain within 24 months of hire.
- Selected candidates must be at least 18 years old on or before June 30, 2026.
Benefits
- WSDOT will pay tuition for the 2-year Civil Engineering degree program through Yakima Valley College.
- Employees pay non-tuition fees associated with coursework (such as books and technology fees).
- Satisfactory completion of courses is required to continue receiving tuition assistance each quarter.
- This program requires completion within two years of starting the degree.
- Employees are eligible to reduce working hours while school is actively in session (recommended to work at least 25-30 hours).
- Employees agree to continue working at WSDOT for 2 years post-graduation.
- These positions offer flexible/hybrid remote work options.
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
- Include two (2) Letters of Recommendation from professional contacts who can speak to your character, work ethic, and readiness for this career opportunity.
- OR contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-H2HCET in the subject line.
Job Requirements
- Applied Technical Engineering Skills (Fundamental Knowledge): Ability to perform basic technical engineering tasks under guidance, such as data collection, field inspections, material testing, or plan review. Demonstrated understanding of engineering principles.
- Communication and Collaboration: Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with contractors, engineering staff, and the public. Able to communicate observations, findings, and technical data clearly in documentation and discussions.
- Positive Team Environment: Demonstrated experience working in a manner that contributes to a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
- Ability to traverse uneven and steep terrain adjacent to traffic and heavy equipment in all weather conditions.
- Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to obtain certification as a WSDOT General Inspector within 12 months of hire.
- A Western Alliance for Quality Transportation Construction (WAQTC) qualified tester, or equivalent, or ability to obtain within 24 months of hire.
- An American Concrete Institute (ACI) qualified tester, or equivalent, or the ability to obtain within 24 months of hire.
- Selected candidates must be at least 18 years old on or before June 30, 2026.
Benefits
- WSDOT will pay tuition for the 2-year Civil Engineering degree program through Yakima Valley College.
- Employees pay non-tuition fees associated with coursework (such as books and technology fees).
- Satisfactory completion of courses is required to continue receiving tuition assistance each quarter.
- This program requires completion within two years of starting the degree.
- Employees are eligible to reduce working hours while school is actively in session (recommended to work at least 25-30 hours).
- Employees agree to continue working at WSDOT for 2 years post-graduation.
- These positions offer flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- How to Apply
- Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
- Include two (2) Letters of Recommendation from professional contacts who can speak to your character, work ethic, and readiness for this career opportunity.
- OR contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies.
- Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
- Contact Us
- For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-H2HCET in the subject line.
