Engineering Technician II

The City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities are establishing an Engineering Technician II eligible list that will be used to fill vacancies for one year. Engineering Technician II's perform moderate to advanced drafting, GIS (Mapping), and other sub-professional engineering duties in office and field environments. Daily work assignments may be provided by a Supervisor, Engineer or an Engineering Technician III or IV lead;

however, some duties may require working independently on routine and non-repetitive assignments.

• Draft Construction drawings for civil, electrical, or mechanical drawings using Computer-aided drafting (CAD) and GIS programs such as AutoCAD and/or Esri.
• Incorporate redline mark ups into final as-built drawings and route to engineers for approval.
• Maintain GIS data integrity.
• Provide quality-check and oversight on as-built drawings as provided by engineers.
• Manage CAD files using management software such as Autodesk Vault.
• May travel to remote sites as needed to verify accuracy of drawings.
• 3D Modeling using software such as Solid Works, Revit, or AutoCAD 3D.
• Electronically record data on sectional maps.
• Prepare engineering drawings; reduce engineering data and computations of estimate and quantities.
• Participate in various field studies; analyze information and prepare reports of findings.
• Perform on-site work verification for conformity to specifications of materials and installations.
• Perform mathematical computations from field notes, tabulate statistics, and draw graphs and charts showing trends and comparisons.
• Provide public information concerning services, research property information, and issue permits.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent AND
• Two years’ experience in sub-professional engineering related work AND
• Either the completion of a recognized engineering technology vocational education program which includes computer-aided drafting training OR
• One-year relevant college-level engineering course work (two-years of experience are equivalent to one year of education.)

• Valid Washington State Driver's license may be required at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter
• Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Certificate may be required with maintenance thereafter

• Basic engineering mathematics applied to surveying and engineering computations
• Practices, techniques and instruments used in engineering and survey drafting and mapping
• Construction specifications, plans, and regulations related to construction contracts
• Elementary engineering practices
• Record-keeping techniques
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Read, interpret, apply and explain federal, state, county and City laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Technical aspects of field of specialty
• Basic research methods
• Perform moderately difficult technical engineering drafting duties, computations, calculate estimates, and compile engineering data and statistics
• Read and comprehend complex plans and specifications
• Use computer-aided design, drafting and mapping equipment
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Work from blueprints, shop drawings and sketches
• Meet schedules and timelines

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to the supplemental questions scored by an evaluation committee. Each applicant will be scored on the basis of information provided. It is the responsibility of the applicant to describe all relevant experience and training. Applicants must pass the examination process to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration.

Appointment is subject to passing a background check. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between The City of Tacoma and Local 17. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.