Senior Engineering Technician

The City of Watertown has an immediate opening within the Water Department for a Senior Engineering Technician. This is the second level of the Engineering Support series and is responsible for performing all aspects of project specifications and designing to support the engineering department and development of City projects. Responsibilities may include surveying project sites to develop specifications and project layout;

coordinating contract workers and vendors to complete projects; inspecting construction and materials; designing project sites using computer aided design; and reviewing plans to ensure they meet specifications.

This is a competitive title in the classified civil service. Appointment will be on a provisional basis only. To be eligible for permanent status, the individual accepting appointment will be required to pass a civil service exam and score among the top three.

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelors’ Degree or higher in engineering or closely related field; or
• Associate’s Degree in engineering or closely related field and two (2) years of experience in GIS, drafting, surveying or related engineering field; or
• An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of the above.

• Must possess and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license.