Engineering Tech Sr; Roadway Inspection

Performs inspections work to ensure compliance. Performs all work using appropriate safety procedures.

This is the second in a series of two engineering-related job classifications within the Engineering and Architectural job family. This classification is distinguished by the performance of more variety and complex duties assigned. This classification may lead or supervise staff. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a professional engineer. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

• Respond to citizen requests regarding road conditions, conducting site visits to assess issues and provide recommendations for repairs or maintenance.

• Perform regular inspections to assess the condition of existing road pavements and right-of-way.

• Evaluates roadway and right-of-way conditions for maintenance planning

• Monitor the installation of Hot Mix Asphalt Concrete (HMAC) on new road projects.

• Prepare comprehensive inspection reports, documenting findings, observations, and any actions required for maintaining or repairing road surfaces.

• Utilize Excel to maintain and update spreadsheets for tracking ongoing projects, including timelines, costs, and project milestones.

• Collaborate closely with contractors and construction teams for monitoring subdivision site construction.

• Collaborate with site development contractors for the permitting log of first acceptance and End-Of-Warranty site walk throughs.

• Check ADA compliance of curb ramps, driveways, sidewalks, and other pedestrian pathways.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Associate’s degree in a related Engineering discipline AND three (3) years of related, increasingly responsible inspection work experience;

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Certified Erosion, Sediment and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI); OR,

Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC); OR,

Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC).

The CESSWI, CISEC and CPESC license must be obtained within six (6) months of date of hire.

• Methods and procedures used in inspecting.

• Federal, State and Local applicable laws, regulatory codes, rules, permits, licenses, practices, standards, policies and procedures.

• Principles, methods, practices and techniques of engineering.

• Advanced mathematical and statistical methods as used in engineering and planning.

• Engineering maps and records.

• Principles and practices related to public works projects and or contract plans, specifications and estimates.

• Methods, practices, and techniques of inspections, compliance and enforcement.

• Computer equipment to include word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, databases, maps, records, graphics, project scheduling and management, and other related engineering applications.

• Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.

• Interpreting written documents, including construction plans, engineered blueprints, specifications and contract provisions.

• Interpreting laboratory test data.

• Analyzing data, technical engineering data and reports.

• Applying principles and practices as used in engineering.

• Adapting approved engineering methods and standards a variety of engineering projects.

• Using and caring for equipment, tools and testing materials.

• Using and caring for computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), Geographic Information System (GIS) and other related electronic equipment.

• Explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language.

• Problem-solving and technical decision-making for developing effective solutions.

• Both verbal and written communication.

• Interpret maps, plans, specifications, standards, policies, procedures and regulatory codes.

• Perform technical…