Engineering Technician, Senior

Public Works Position

Recruitment is in the Public Works Department. Minimum qualifications include an Associates Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, Environmental Science, or a related field, supplemented by five years of experience in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Environmental Science to include one year lead or supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific license or certification required:
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia state driver's license. A Level 1B Certified Inspector Certification is preferred.

Specific knowledge, skills, or abilities:
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Purpose of classification:
The purpose of this classification is to perform operational duties related to preparing and/or reviewing skilled engineering drawings for large-scale projects or systems, including performing engineering calculations, conducting special assignments, and making initial determinations regarding engineering compliance issues. Essential functions include overseeing engineering office, field operations and survey activities by collecting data on projects; supervising layout of field work; conducting research on projects and inspecting all phases of projects during construction.

Provides timely customer service by responding to construction inquiries. Assesses and evaluates property owners concerns and instructs the construction crews on the corrective action. Communicates construction plans and procedures to the crews and communicates procedures and standards to crews in order to assure a quality project. Conducts road evaluations and cost analysis for all projects and assesses road conditions and determines the corrective measures needed to resurface the roads and calculates project costs.

Assists with the analysis of budgets, performance measures and full time equivalent calculations for each crew task. Prepares (MS4) (NPDES), performance measures and the County Manager's quarterly reports. Uses queries in the work order system to provide data and analyze reports.

Additional functions:
Performs other related duties as required.

It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, genetics, age, disability or sexual orientation.