Transportation Engineering Technologist - Randolph County

Salary : $57,500.14 - $84,450.08 Annually
Location : Right of Way Division, 1900 Kanawha Blvd, East, Bldg 5, Charleston, WV
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: DOT26RW026A
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
District/Subdivision: Right of Way Division
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Nature of Work
**Disclaimer-if the position is filled after July 1, 2026, then the job opportunity will not be in the classified service **

The Transportation Engineering Technologist (TRETCN Level 5) will operate within the Survey and Mapping Unit of the Right of Way Division, with a primary reporting location in Randolph County. As a Survey Party Chief, the successful candidate will lead all aspects of surveying and mapping, delivering expert-level data tailored to West Virginia Division of Highways (DOH) project requirements. Reporting to the Regional Manager, the incumbent will provide managerial oversight to subordinates, manage assigned projects, and ensure the accurate delivery of complex survey data. Performs other related duties as required.

Pay Grade 19

Typical Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide managerial oversight for subordinate supervisors and the program/projects to which they are assigned.
• Evaluate the work of subordinate supervisors and employees.
• Review and/or calculate technical data relating to engineering and construction projects.
• Review project design and construction plans prepared by consultants.
• Communicate with consultant engineers to discuss prospective or ongoing projects and plans.
• Perform field reviews of engineering and construction projects.
• Meet with various parties having an interest in projects, including representatives of state government, legislators, community leaders, regulators, and other interest groups.
• Monitor and manage budgets associated with projects.
• Read and interpret complex design and construction plans.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
Skills and Knowledge
• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, and regulations governing contracts, consultant agreements, purchasing, employment, and other matters.
• Knowledge of the internal operation of the Division of Highways.
• Knowledge of plan and specification requirements of the Division of Highways.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.
• Ability to supervise others.
Minimum Requirements
REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION
• Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
OR
• Pre-Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• No prior experience required

Special Requirement: Employees functioning as a licensed land surveyor must have a current state license from the State Board of Examiners for Land.
Annual Increment Pay


Paid Vacation


Paid Holidays


Paid Sick Leave


Family Medical Leave


Leave Donation Program


Military Leave


Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program


Flexible Work Schedules

Training Opportunities


Promotion Opportunities


Public Employees' Retirement System:

1. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.
2. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.

Deferred Compensation

Health Insurance Enrollment


Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts,
Disability Insurance and more.


Life Insurance


Credit Union


Employee Discounts