Civil Engineer Technician

Overview

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Summary:

Under general supervision, this position completes moderately difficult activities related to civil engineering review of public infrastructure and private development permits/plans. This position assists in ensuring development activities adhere to adopted engineering standards, design criteria, and municipal code. An in-depth knowledge of land surveying and civil engineering is required.

• Maintain, update and distribute as-constructed records drawing inventory.
• Create reports using Smart Gov permitting system on status of DS Engineering related permits.
• Complete all aspects of review, approval and financial security requirements for Right-of-Way use/construction permits, Final Plat and Short Plat permits.
• Perform engineering and survey plan review and approval of Boundary Line Adjustment, Right-of-Way Vacations, Building Permits, Fill and Grade Permits and Final Plat processes.
• Interprets and applies applicable state, county and local codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Initiates actions necessary to correct deficiencies or violations of regulations.
• Conducts review of various development applications including plats, permits, site plans.
• Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas.
• Closely collaborates with Public Works staff; including maintenance and operation crews.
• Operate computer equipment including plotters, scanners, troubleshoots hardware and software related challenges.
• Provide project management, review and approval of basic and complex right-of-way use/construction permits.
• Provide engineering inspections and surveying support.
• Resolve issues associated with engineering projects.
• Review project field survey data, property legal descriptions, title reports, and easement wording for City departments and development projects, for quality assurance.
• Attend pre-application meetings, as requested.
• Statistical, algebraic, or geometric knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge in practical situations.

• Associate degree in Civil Engineering or related field AND four (4) years of construction planning, design, and inspection related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Current Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) or ability to obtain and maintain certification
• Current Flagger Certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification

Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Engineering and land surveying principles and practices. General office policies, procedures, and equipment. Customer service principles, practices, and etiquette. Construction material specifications and standards. Records maintenance and retention policies and procedures. Geospatial data management.

• Mid-Senior level
• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Government Administration