Engineering Technician

Career Description DEFINITION

Under immediate supervision, performs a variety of specialized paraprofessional engineering work and office duties in support of professional engineers and inspectors for the planning, design, and construction of both development and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects; maintains plan files and engineering records; conducts field surveys; reviews plans; issues permits; maintains databases, generates reports, and creates maps on the Geographic Information System (GIS);

and performs related duties as assigned.

Receives immediate supervision from assigned supervisory or management staff. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

Engineering Technician I:
This is the entry-level classification in the Engineering Technician series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform specialized paraprofessional engineering work and related office duties. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Engineering Technician II level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.

Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

Positions in the Engineering Technician class series are flexibly staffed; positions at the Engineering Technician II level are normally filled by advancement from the Engineering Technician I level; progression to the Engineering Technician II level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications;

and (iv) management approval for progression to the Engineering Technician II level.

• Prepares, assists in the preparation of, and/or interprets specifications, plans, permits, estimates, and reports pertaining to the construction, maintenance, and operation of a variety of engineering, land development, utility, and other Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.
• Maintains engineering files, including plans, studies, inspections, surveys, maps, and other data related to engineering projects; prepares, updates, reproduces, and distributes maps, drawings, blueprints, and other information recorded in the Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Utilizes Geographic Information System (GIS) software to create and modify plot plans, topographic maps, improvement plans, and illustrative graphics, such as charts, illustrations, and graphs for reports, drawings for design manuals, and other projects.
• Performs basic field review, design, drafting, and inspection duties in connection with Capital Improvement Program (CIP), maintenance, and development projects.
• Performs field, office, and computer-aided studies and prepares periodic and special reports based on findings from research, studies, and surveys; makes recommendations on findings.
• Receives, tags and logs, and reviews submitted engineering plans, maps, and related documents for plan check including review of insurance; routes documents to consultants or developers for preceding and following plan review; tracks status of plan checks and original documents; advises parties of revisions and assists with the development and issuance of project conditions.
• Receives and responds to information requests for base maps, parcel maps, and improvement plan information, encroachment permits, benchmarks, and other geographical data; retrieves plans, reports, permits, and files as necessary to comply with requests; responds to complaints from the public and resolves conflicts between owners, contractors, developers, utility companies, and others.
• Provides information and assistance on questions related to engineering plans, services, and activities to City staff, contractors, developers, and the public.
• Maintains and updates department records, tracking lists, permit records, and files of engineering plans, including grading, encroachments, improvements, and final maps.
• Observes and complies with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Civil engineering principles, practices, and methods applicable to office and field work involving the design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects.
• Basic design and construction practices and methods of streets, underground facilities, and related public works infrastructure.
• Engineering plan types, review practices,…