What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician I, Utility Services position at City of Alexandria, LA?
The purpose of this classification is to perform technical engineering tasks to collect and review construction plans, gather field data and field notes and obtain other necessary information to draft preliminary layout of existing and new utilities and ensure correct location of utility lines.
Locates utility lines and valves; assists in staking out lines and service extensions and/or minor service extensions.
Collects field information for files.Obtains and reviews construction plans with consultants.Interacts, communicates and coordinates work with contractors.
Reviews National Joint Utility Notification System Tickets (NJUNS).Reviews and compares working drawings with finished construction.
Receives and reviews various plans, prints, drawings and related documents to include subdivision maps, address assignments, extension maps, work orders and purchase requisitions.
Updates files and maintains related maps.
Maintains, updates and distributes required information to other departments, contractors, consultants and supervisors.
Orders, receives and distributes tools; maintains records of distributed items; maintains related physical inventory.
Performs computer data entry to enter completed work orders in computer; maintains related hard files.
Operates a variety of office and computer equipment to include a scanner, printer, plotter, laminator and related peripherals.
May serve on survey crew; clean and maintain survey instruments and tools.
Remains on twenty-four hour emergency call for power, gas and water department in the event of a locate need.
High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training in Drafting, CAD or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Will be required to obtain and maintain specialized certifications and/or training as deemed necessary. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification.
Salary : $31,767 - $38,120
