What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician Senior - Civil Engineering position at Turlock Irrigation District?
The Turlock Irrigation District (TID) is currently looking for qualified candidates to assume the role of a Senior Engineering Technician and become a valuable member of the Civil Engineering Department. Candidates possessing strong organization and communication skills, coupled with experience managing engineering documents for land development are strongly encouraged to apply. Your efforts will contribute to the efficient, safe, and dependable delivery of water and electric services to the communities we serve.
This integral part of the team can look forward to the following responsibilities:
SELECTION CRITERIA
Item Percentage Required to Obtain a Passing Score
Oral Interview 70%
Medical Examination
This position may require a medical examination to determine medical fitness for performing the duties assigned to the position or classification.
Turlock Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical and mental disability, medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), and marital status.
Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals.
Applicants will be subject to drug testing in accordance with FHWA regulations, when the position requires a Commercial Driver's License.
Turlock Irrigation District's bargaining unit positions are a part of an agency shop.
Turlock Irrigation District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Human Resources Department, via our web site at www.tid.org.
POSTING
Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Monday, August 12, 2024 until position is filled or we have enough qualified applicants for consideration.
SECOND POSTING - Updated description on job posting. Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Thursday, November 21, 2024 until position is filled or we have enough qualified applicants for consideration.
Internal Candidate Note: Please refer to TIDEA MOU Section 20.2 for additional wage information.
Stephanie Martinez
Human Resources Analyst
(209) 883-8253
This integral part of the team can look forward to the following responsibilities:
- Serve as TID’s Development Coordinator, which involves managing the evaluation of potential impacts that private or public infrastructure projects may have on TID’s water and electric facilities through the land development conditioning process. A critical component of this responsibility is to coordinate with various stakeholders including TID’s internal departments, various local public agencies and private developers.
- Application and enforcement of TID rules and standards through the land development engineering plan review process.
- Review and management of TID’s historical records and documents.
- Preparation and management of Development Agreements between TID and private developers.
JOB SUMMARY
Perform a variety of paraprofessional office and field engineering work including planning, estimating, design, construction and maintenance of District facilities; provide assistance to other engineering staff as necessary and to provide supervision of technical staff as assigned.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide supervision, direction and work assignments to technicians responsible for providing customer service. Prepare engineering drawings, specifications and estimates in connection with District facilities. Ensure that the drawings conform to District regulations and standards.
Review and approve cost estimates. Inspect completed projects for conformance to drawings.
Supervise or perform the investigation, application process and field inspections associated with facility changes as needed. Maintain accurate records and drawings of all District facilities.
Provide customer service information to the public and other agencies concerning the District’s rules, regulations and requirements.
Coordinate completion of jobs between other departments and customers (job scheduling). Provide technician support to field supervisors or other departments when questions or problems arise.
Provide technical support and assistance to technicians, operating and maintenance personnel and other areas within the District.
Comply with all District rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the skills and abilities would be:
Education
Usually exhibited by a person with a Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, mathematics, economics, or a related field.
Experience
Usually exhibited by a person with three (3) years responsible experience performing duties equivalent to that of an Engineering Technician - Civil II for the Turlock Irrigation District.
Skills and Abilities
Interpersonal and Communication
Must have ability to: understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Must have good customer relations and problem solving skills.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
Technical and Analytical
Must have thorough knowledge of: mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry; applicable codes and industry practices; drafting and engineering methods and when to apply them; and nomenclature, symbols, methods, practices, techniques, and instruments used in engineering and mapping.
Administration and Operations
Must have the ability to: prepare and maintain accurate records and files; perform and coordinate engineering related activities with other District administrations, departments and divisions, and with outside agencies and customers; plan and meet deadlines; and supervise assigned technical staff.
Skills and Abilities
Interpersonal and Communication
Must have ability to: understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Must have good customer relations and problem solving skills.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
Technical and Analytical
Must have thorough knowledge of: mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry; applicable codes and industry practices; drafting and engineering methods and when to apply them; and nomenclature, symbols, methods, practices, techniques, and instruments used in engineering and mapping.
Administration and Operations
Must have the ability to: prepare and maintain accurate records and files; perform and coordinate engineering related activities with other District administrations, departments and divisions, and with outside agencies and customers; plan and meet deadlines; and supervise assigned technical staff.
Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license.
Must file a Statement of Economic Interest in compliance with Governmental Code Section 8100.
Sign & Acknowledge a Confidentiality Agreement.
Must file a Statement of Economic Interest in compliance with Governmental Code Section 8100.
Sign & Acknowledge a Confidentiality Agreement.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Item Percentage Required to Obtain a Passing Score
Oral Interview 70%
Medical Examination
This position may require a medical examination to determine medical fitness for performing the duties assigned to the position or classification.
Turlock Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical and mental disability, medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), and marital status.
Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals.
Applicants will be subject to drug testing in accordance with FHWA regulations, when the position requires a Commercial Driver's License.
Turlock Irrigation District's bargaining unit positions are a part of an agency shop.
Turlock Irrigation District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Human Resources Department, via our web site at www.tid.org.
POSTING
Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Monday, August 12, 2024 until position is filled or we have enough qualified applicants for consideration.
SECOND POSTING - Updated description on job posting. Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Thursday, November 21, 2024 until position is filled or we have enough qualified applicants for consideration.
Internal Candidate Note: Please refer to TIDEA MOU Section 20.2 for additional wage information.
Stephanie Martinez
Human Resources Analyst
(209) 883-8253
Salary : $8,163 - $10,423
