Engineering Aide - Public Works Materials Lab

Overview

Engineering Aide - Public Works Roads Engineering This position is based at the Public Works Engineering Division's Material Lab. A large percentage of duties include visiting the County's construction projects and collecting samples. These sites may be in rural areas and the work can be physically demanding. This position requires a driver's license.

Please Note: This recruitment is for a non-benefitted extra help position.

• Sampling and testing construction soils, aggregate base and fill, concrete mix, and other materials.
• Learns to operate technical engineering office and field equipment.

Public Works Materials Lab
931 Second Street Eureka, CA 95501

Under general supervision, performs basic office and field engineering support work; performs related work as assigned.

This is a trainee class in the engineering technical support series. Some long-term positions in this class may be alternately staffed with Engineering Technician I and II, and incumbents may advance to those higher levels after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the requirements of the higher level classes. Others may serve as part-time or relief positions.

• Learns to operate computer-aided drafting equipment; draws layouts and details; prepares maps, charts and graphic work.
• Assists staff in copying, binding, collating and record keeping.
• Organizes and maintains records and files; maintains map files.
• Performs engineering-related computer entry work.
• Gathers data and assists in traffic studies.
• May assist on survey crews.
• Picks up, delivers and stores office and technical supplies and equipment.
• Prepares basic records and reports of work performed.
• Learns to operate technical engineering office and field equipment.
• Assists higher-level engineering staff on project work as assigned.

• Methods, techniques and equipment used in drafting, surveying and related work.
• Basic data entry operation.
• Mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry.
• Office support methods, including the operation of standard office equipment.

• Performing drafting and graphic work, including preparing neat, precise and accurate drawings and plans.
• Learning the principles and practices of equipment used in technical engineering support work.
• Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
• Learning to read and interpret engineering drawings and maps.
• Preparing accurate and concise records and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Specified positions may require possession of a valid California driver's license.

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is:
Completion of high school or technical school coursework in mechanical drawing, algebra and trigonometry.

A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applicants must apply online through the County’s automated application system at Humboldt County job portal. Applications must be submitted no later than the final filing date and time listed on the job flyer. It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess.

Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process. Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.

The County utilizes a set of rules to ensure that our hiring processes are fair and equitable. Applications will be screened and those considered qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of…