Engineer Tech

Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician provides office and field work related to civil engineering. This position reports to the Assistant County Engineer and is located in Watford City, ND. The typical schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, with occasional after hours and weekend work. Level and salary commensurate with experience.

Essential Job Functions:

• Under the supervision of the Assistant County Engineer, acts as an inspector on construction projects.
• Monitors and keeps accurate, daily records of contractor operations to assure project is built according to plans and specifications.
• Measures, computes and documents pay items to ensure proper payment for work done under the contract.
• Accepts applications and issues permits for the Engineering Department including approach, utility, and overweight/oversize truck permits.
• Reviews applications and forms for accuracy, explain permit procedures, fees, and determine missing documents before accepting application.
• Explain and answer questions for developers, contractors, and residents regarding application process for obtaining permits, inspection process, and other procedures.
• Receive, verify, and record fees for permits and/or applications.
• Maintains accurate files, records, and accurately enter information into permitting system.
• Assists with permit inspections to ensure compliance with approved permit and relevant standards, as assigned.
• Coordinates permits with other internal and external government entities.
• Works with Engineers to assure that proposed work in the right of way meets County policies, procedures, and standards.
• Review preliminary permit plans to ensure required information has been received and delegates plan reviews to Engineers, as needed.
• Works with permit applicant to resolve submitted items that do not meet County standards, policies, and/or procedures.
• Assists with coordinating and processing large section line and/or road improvements by private entities.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate in Applied Science in the field of Engineering Technology or related field
• 2 years' experience in Engineering, Design, Surveying or related field
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time
• Extensive knowledge of computers, computer programs, scanning equipment and various other office machines
• Ability to use CAD systems
• Knowledge of construction management
• Extensive organizational skills and communication skills
• Must be a self-starter and goal oriented
• Physical requirements and working conditions:
• Able to handle exposure to noise and extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, kneel, stoop, sit, walk extensively

Benefits:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Medical
• Single: 100% paid for employees
• Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly
• Family: $397.80 monthly
• Dental
• Single: 100% paid for employees
• Family: $16.98 monthly
• Vision
• Single: 100% paid for employees
• Family: $4.32 monthly
• Vacation Time
• 0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year
• 3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year
• 6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year
• Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year
• Sick Time
• 4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year
• Retirement
• Main Plan
  - County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will match
• Public Safety Plan
  - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%
• * Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections)
• Flex Accounts
• Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses
• $5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses
• Life Insurance
• McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.
• Other
• Deferred Income – 457B
• Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.
• Supplemental Insurance
• Met Life plans may be purchased for an additional charge.