Engineering Technician I/II/III

The Engineering Technician performs technical work in the assimilation, compilation, and specialized processing of various development engineering tasks and projects under the general supervision of the Engineering Permits Supervisor. Determination of Engineering Technician I, II, or III is dependent upon the needs of the Engineering Division and based on candidate qualifications at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Serves as initial engineering contact and responds to inquiries from external and internal customers.
• Provides as-built engineering records and right of way information for use in the preparation of construction documents for both external and internal customers.
• Assists with the coordination of utility One-Call locates.
• Provides utility crews with current utility location and facility information.
• Assists in the coordination of the review and processing of design plans and related documents for issuance of construction, right-of-way use, clearing and grading, stormwater, waste disposal and other Engineering permits submitted by private developers, contractors and internal departments.
• Assists in the coordination of Public Works reviews of development permit applications.
• Assists with the preparation and maintenance of accurate records of street, stormwater, water, and sanitary sewer system improvements for incorporation into the City’s mapping GIS database.
• Assists in the calculation of LID, latecomer, connection and system development fees.
• Maintains records regarding LID, ULID and Developer Reimbursement Agreements.
• Coordinates/performs field inspections of permit related activities, temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures, clearing and grading projects, stormwater facilities, infrastructure repairs, water main pressure and bacterial testing, routine public/private engineering construction projects, and site reviews with field crews.
• Computes and compiles survey data from field notes.
• Assists with field survey work related to data collection and construction staking.

Requirements

Engineering Technician I (Entry Level):

• Graduation from an accredited two-year college or university with an Associate’s Degree in an engineering, construction management, or related engineering discipline.
• Entry level experience with an associate’s degree OR two years of an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience in public works and utilities engineering work will be considered.
• Possession of or ability to obtain within 30 days of appointment, a valid Washington State driver’s license at the time of appointment, and a good driving record are required.

Engineering Technician II (Mid Level):

• Graduation from an accredited two-year college or university with an Associate’s Degree in an engineering, construction management, or related engineering discipline.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in public works and utilities engineering work AND two years of accredited college education.
• Or five years of an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Possession of a professional certificate in construction management or similar public works related credential is preferred.
• Possession of or ability to obtain within 30 days of appointment, a valid Washington State driver’s license, and a good driving record are required.

Engineering Technician III (Senior Level):

• Graduation from an accredited two-year college or university with an Associate’s Degree in an engineering, construction management, or related engineering discipline.
• At least ten years’ progressively responsible experience in public works and utilities engineering work.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Possession of a professional certificate in construction management or similar public works related credential is preferred.
• Possession of or ability to obtain within 30 days of appointment, a valid Washington State driver’s license, and a good driving record are required.

About Port Angeles

Located on the northern edge of the Olympic Peninsula, the City of Port Angeles offers a rare combination of dramatic natural beauty and a vibrant, welcoming community. The surrounding peninsula is renowned for its extraordinary diversity—lush temperate rainforests, rugged mountain ranges, pristine rivers, and expansive ocean beaches all within easy reach. Port Angeles is a modern coastal city with a rich and diverse history, including a strong and visible Native American presence that continues to shape the area’s culture and community life.

Residents enjoy a wide array of cultural offerings, from festivals and arts events to music, recreation, and local sporting activities. Educational opportunities are excellent, with highly regarded public schools and Peninsula College offering both two- and four-year degree programs. Outdoor recreation is a defining feature of life in Port Angeles. Nearby amenities include hot springs, beaches, rivers, and parks, as well as Olympic National Park and the Olympic Discovery Trail—one of the longest continuous trail systems in the United States. The city also serves as an international gateway, with ferry service to Victoria. Port Angeles benefits from a mild coastal climate, with typical daytime temperatures ranging from the 40s in winter to the 70s in summer, and average annual rainfall of less than 25 inches.