ENGINEERING-Engineering Technician

DESCRIPTION

The Engineering Technician performs technical and administrative support for municipal engineering, utility coordination, development review, CAD / GIS mapping, GPS data collection, and infrastructure recordkeeping. This position reviews water and sewer service requests, utility and development plans, and citizen concerns; prepares CAD drawings and GIS maps; and assists with field data collection and project coordination.

Department: Engineering Services |
Reports To: City Engineer |
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• Associate degree in engineering technology, drafting, GIS, surveying, or a related field.
• One year of experience in municipal public works, engineering plan review, GIS, CAD, GPS data collection, or related work.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License Class C at time of placement and clean driving record.

• Knowledge of municipal engineering, utility coordination, public works operations, and development review processes.
• Knowledge of GPS data collection techniques, mapping software, and spatial data management.
• Skill in AutoCAD, Arc Map or ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, and related engineering systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, utility maps, and spatial data.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide effective customer service to the public and other stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Reviews, processes, and assists with water and sewer service requests, utility coordination requests, municipal consent applications, driveway and entrance permits, and road occupancy permits.
• Reviews engineering plans for utility locations, municipal servicing, and development-related infrastructure to ensure compliance with City standards, specifications, and applicable regulations.
• Prepares and maintains CAD drawings, GIS databases, mapping systems, and infrastructure inventories using AutoCAD, Arc Map, or similar software.
• Produces maps and spatial data products for zoning inquiries, development review, utility coordination, and public works support.
• Collects field data using GPS equipment, surveying instruments, and mobile data collection devices to verify asset locations and support City operations.
• Conducts quality control reviews of spatial data, including accuracy checks, validation, and correction of errors.
• Coordinates with engineers, planners, public works personnel, utilities, consultants, contractors, and other departments on infrastructure and development matters.
• Serves as a City representative in communications with the public, property owners, and outside agencies regarding utility and infrastructure-related issues.
• Responds to citizen complaints, concerns, and service inquiries, and coordinates follow-up as needed.
• Maintains GPS equipment, CAD/GIS records, and related databases.
• Performs field inspections and other related work as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This position is an essential service position and will require providing services during emergency situations.

For more information, visit our website:  or contact the Human Resources Department at Lufkin City Hall, 300

E. Shepherd Ave., Suite 226, Lufkin, TX 75901, Phone .