Drafting Technician III, IV, V and VI - OAHU
Listed on 2025-12-01
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Design & Architecture
Engineering Design & Technologists, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
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.
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.
Specialty Titles (V level and above)- Drafting Technician (Engineering)
- Drafting Technician (Architectural)
- Drafting Technician (Structural)
- Drafting Technician (Cartographic)
Applicants will be placed on the eligible lists for all levels for which they are qualified.
Qualifications and RequirementsEducation: 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:
Drafting experience by level:
- Level III: 1 year of experience as stated above.
- Level IV: 2 years of experience as stated above.
- Level V: 3 years of experience as stated above.
- Level VI: 5 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 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 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.
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