Asset Manager and GIS Technician

Job Overview

AMHERST Asset Manager and GIS Technician performs a variety of work managing and updating the DPW Asset Management System and making updates to the Town's GIS system. Makes regular contact with vendors and the general public, and provides data as requested. Designated essential personnel.

MAJOR DUTIES:
Maintains the DPWs Asset Management System, including entering existing and new/upgraded assets into the System and reviewing older assets. Prepares reports detailing tests conducted and results on new and existing assets. Prepares annual updates to the DPW Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) based on data in the Asset Management Program; documents changes that should be made to the Asset Management Plan.

Researches records, maps and other data to obtain engineering information, such as location of sewer stubs, water mains, hydrants, etc.; utilizes town equipment to locate underground utilities for construction work; participates in updating GIS maps and plans involving the municipal infrastructure; participates in preparation, development and review of updates to the sewer, water, storm drainage and street system maps and database.

Maintains engineering library and infrastructure records. Assists in researching projects including water and sewer records, highway and drainage records, private deeds, etc. Provides layouts and grades in support of in-house projects performed by the Highway, Water, and Sewer divisions; develops and maintains a pavement management system for implementation into priority roadway reconstruction and preservation projects. Performs survey work with basic surveying equipment;

performs GPS locating of new and existing utilities and updates record plans accordingly; drafts detailed dimensional drawings needed for street, water, sewer, drainage, and other utility plans, systems and projects; calculates dimensions, profiles, writes specifications, and estimates quantities of materials such as pipe, concrete and asphalt for budgeting purposes. Inspects construction sites to determine conformance of site to design specifications;

assists engineers to ensure construction and repair of street, water or wastewater systems meet control requirements; participates in inspection of various subdivision projects for compliance with subdivision control regulations and construction standards, Department of Public Works specifications, water and sewer regulations, etc. Determines applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects. Drafts and calculates field notes to document quantities, alignment, grade and locations according to project plans and/or to document monthly and final progress estimates.

Participates in the preparation of estimates and bid specifications for various Public Works projects, ensuring conformity with state, federal and local standards, laws and mandates. Ensures that safety precautions and rules are adhered to at all times. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associates degree in Civil Engineering, Facility Management, Mechanical Engineering, Geographic Information Systems or similar fields plus three (3) to five (5) years of experience in Civil Engineering, Facility Management, Mechanical Engineering, Geographic Information Systems or similar fields; or a combination of education, training, and/or experience which would demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the responsibilities of the position. Valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts driver’s license.

Ability to prepare, organize, and maintain asset field and office data, reports and systems. Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information, orally and in writing, to contractors, employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, Town officials and the general public. Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment.