Engineering Tech II / Stormwater

Salary : $49,327.32 - $56,726.42 Annually

Location : Aiken County Government Center, SC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 202300151

Department : Engineering

Opening Date : 10 / 29 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

This position will perform a variety of technical engineering work to support senior engineer staff in the preparing of engineering documents, detail and reports. Assures construction of both private and public projects are built according to approved plans, and that the construction complies with County regulations and other governing agencies, as required. The position should be familiar with interagency regulations and standards and their application for projects within the county.

Examples of Duties

Note : The list below is not comprehensive; this job is also responsible for other duties as assigned.

1. Plan review - Review commercial and subdivision development plans to determine compliance with County Codes and regulations. Knowledge of the regulations for SC Department of Environmental Services (SCDES), USCOE, SCDOT and NPDES. May assist senior staff with final plat and as-built reviews. Expectations are 50% in the office reviewing plans and 50% in the field performing inspections.

2. Construction Site Visits - The employee in this position travels throughout Aiken County to observe the construction of subdivisions and stormwater facilities, verifying compaction, proof-roll tests and storm sewer installation and function according to the approved plans. The employee is usually involved in pre-construction meetings, and is responsible for reviewing and understanding construction plans to ensure compliance with the approved plans. The employee will attempt to negotiate while onsite to resolve any potential problems. Those that cannot be resolved are referred to the MS4 Coordinator or the County Engineer.

3. Stormwater Assessment - While on-site, the employee will inspect management of pollutants to ensure compliance with all necessary measures in order to prevent sediment runoff from the project area. Any issues identified should be promptly addressed and resolved on-site. Unresolved issues are referred to the Stormwater Manager.

4. Mapping - Develop GIS maps and maintain databases for Engineering / Stormwater projects using ArcGIS software.

5. Administrative Duties - Responsible for completing a variety of reports, including Sediment and Erosion Control Inspection reports, citizen complaint reports, or other construction related paperwork.

This position works with very little supervision while traveling to project sites. The incumbent is expected to understand the federal, state and local regulations governing this work, and to work collaboratively in the field to ensure compliance.

This job has specific physical requirements such as lifting, driving, ability to travel, etc. Traveling and working at a construction site; stooping, standing, crawling. Ability to safely walk and climb uneven terrain for extended periods of time, sometimes in poor weather conditions.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Level of Job-Related Education : Prefer an AA in Engineering, construction, environmental studies or related field of study.

Minimum Amount of Job-Related Experience : Min two (2) years at the equivalent of tech I level or one (1) year in a similar environment of plan reviewer; ability to read construction plans; knowledge of construction materials, NPDES permitting rules and regs, SCDES regulations and BMP practices.

Minimum Level of any Required Qualifications, Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, or any Relevant Knowledge, Job Skill or Equivalent Experience : CEPSCI; SCDES storm water certified or ability to obtained within 4 months; AutoCAD is required for the job; experience with technical writing. A valid state issued driver's license.

Aiken County Government offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, state retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 are benefit eligible.