DRAFTING TECHNICIAN III, IV, V and VI - OAHU

Job Posting

State of Hawai'i

Island of Oahu

Various

22-0403

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 22-0403 - The immediate vacancies are located in Ewa and Halawa to Kalihi with the Department of Transportation. Salaries for the various position levels are as follows :

Drafting Technician III - $3,484 to $4,409 per month (SR-11, Step C to i)

Drafting Technician IV - $3,768 to $4,766 per month (SR-13, Step C to i)

Drafting Technician V - $4,078 to $5,157 per month (SR-15, Step C to i)

Drafting Technician VI - $4,409 to $5,573 per month (SR-17, Step C to i)

Note : Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors. A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Duties Summary

Individually performs complex drafting work involving a high level of drafting skill, in an area of specialization; may serve as team leader for a small group of drafting technicians of lower level; and performs other related duties as assigned. Drafting Technician III position performs work under general supervision as advanced trainees to complete assignments varying in degree of difficulty and complexity. Drafting Technician IV position performs a variety of moderately difficult drafting work under general supervision and receives training in procedures, regulations and special techniques. Drafting Technician V position performs fairly complex drafting work under general supervision in an area of specialization; and performs other related duties as assigned. Drafting Technician VI position individually performs complex drafting work involving a high level of drafting skill, in an area of specialization; may serve as team leader for a small group of drafting technicians of lower level; and performs other related duties as assigned. The following specialty titles are used for positions at the V level and above : Drafting Technician (Engineering), Drafting Technician (Architectural), Drafting Technician (Structural), Drafting Technician (Cartographic).

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants will be placed on the eligible lists for ALL levels for which they are qualified. To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements : Education : Graduation from high school or equivalent, with courses in mathematics and mechanical drawing. Excess Drafting Experience as described below or any responsible experience demonstrating analytical or drawing skill may be substituted for Education on a year-for-year basis. Drafting Experience : Required experience in preparing detailed architectural, engineering, and / or cartographic drawings from designs and sketches, which include : the layout and drawings of finished plans; and computation in the preparation of scaled drawings. Drafting experience by level : Level III : 1 year of experience as stated above. Level IV : 2 years of experience as stated above. Both Level III and IV require performing simple routine drafting work with algebra, geometry, trigonometry, nomenclature and use of conventional symbols, basic techniques, standard drafting instruments / equipment, and solve simple math problems. Level V : 3 years of experience as stated above. This is a qualified journeyman level for recurring, standardized drafting as assignments, where incumbents are expected to perform all but the most complex and difficult drafting work in a specialized area. Level VI : 5 years of experience as stated above. This level has a marked increase in the extent of authority and independent responsibility for planning the method of approach of graphic portrayals so as to complement most effectively the information contained in specifications or descriptions; are expected to plan and develop their work with a minimum of supervisory assistance. Substitution Allowed : Successful completion of a course of study in Engineering Technology at an accredited community college may be substituted for one (1) year of the required Drafting Experience. License : A valid driver's license is required for some positions. For those positions, a driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Federal Criminal History Records Check : In accordance with Federal regulations, persons who are being considered for employment in positions which require unescorted access to secured areas at the airport, must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint-based criminal history record check. In order to be granted the Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) clearance, prospective employees must not have been convicted, or found "not guilty by reason of insanity," of a disqualifying criminal offense within 10 years from the date of the application. Upon recommendation for hire, prospective employees will be required to successfully undergo the fingerprint-based criminal history record check and be found free of disqualifying convictions during the preceding ten years. The cost for the records check will be the applicant's responsibility.

Other Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance. PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click : ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings. TESTING INFORMATION The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and / or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and / or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.

Job Benefits

The State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur. A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below. Note : Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview. With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service. Paid Holidays : You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year. Paid Vacation : You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation. Paid Sick Leave : You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations. Other Leaves : Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who