Engineering Technician

Location

Engineering/IT Building

Under general supervision of the Engineering Division Chief, performs various tasks to assist with the operations of the Engineering Department, including surveying, field and office computations, computer-aided drafting, maintenance of records, and other associated duties.

• Assist with field surveys using GPS, Total Station, Automatic Level, and measuring tapes.
• Use computer-aided drafting and associated engineering and surveying software to create survey plats, construction plans, standard detail drawings, maps, and sketches.
• Make field or office measurements using various devices to determine quantities associated with engineering or surveying.
• Maintain engineering and surveying data, project files, plats, plans, and maps by scanning and filing them on the City’s network.
• Assist with inspection of roadway/bridge construction, utility construction, subdivision construction, erosion control, storm water permits, and driveway permits.
• Coordinate with Public Works to maintain landfill NPDES Permit, employ professional services for biannual groundwater and explosive gas analysis, review analysis reports, and file and maintain all reports.
• Observe work performed by contractors to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

Education & Experience Guidelines: Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Two years of experience, education, and/or training in an engineering, surveying, or math-related field.
• Licenses or
  
  Certifications:
  
  Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge of:

• Basic use of surveying equipment such as GPS, Total Station, Automatic Level, and measuring tape, and basic mathematical principles for calculations.
• Basic computer language to operate various software with some training.
• Engineering and surveying principles to review and interpret basic information relating to plats, maps, and plans.

Ability to:

• Calculate quantities, make field measurements, and perform basic math functions with minimal errors.
• Utilize word processing, spreadsheet, database, and computer-aided drafting software.
• Receive and comprehend verbal and written instructions on technical issues.
• Read, interpret, and comprehend plans, specifications, and technical manuals/drawings.
• Prepare written documents and sketches in a clear and legible manner.
• Communicate effectively in a professional manner with supervisors, co-workers, and the general public.

Time spent will consist of outdoor field and office work and occasional travel out of town.

See accompanying page for details.

City Engineer, Asst. Director of Eng., employees of Eng. and other departments.