Engineering Technician

Location: Henrico

General Information

977

Main Organization

General Government

Location

DPU/Engr & Drafting - 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico

Minimum Salary

$ 56,022

Max Salary

$ 103,055

Posting Date

06-11-2026

Closing Date

06-29-2026

Job Status

Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Performs technical paraprofessional civil engineering and supervisory work in the field and in the office; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
• Knowledge of all types of building and utility construction practices and methods; ability to read and Interpret blueprints and specifications
• Considerable knowledge of County building and utility codes and of State codes
• Ability to perform engineering work of average complexity
• Ability to prepare detailed design plans and to prepare engineering specifications
• Ability to work effectively with and to develop good public relations with engineers and architects
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of employees
• Physical condition that permits such activities as occasional work under adverse temperatures and/or weather conditions

Additional Information

This position reports to DPU Design at 4305

E. Parham Road.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

May require a pre-employment physical examination and/or medical tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the given position.

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Minimum Requirements

Two (2) year degree in a related engineering discipline, and three (3) years of related paraprofessional engineering experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).