Engineering Technician

Provides administrative and technical support duties as it relates to the various service areas of the Development Engineering Department. Some duties may include right-of-way permitting, construction inspections for right-of-way permits, completing field investigations for residents, using GIS system software, information gathering, utility permitting, preparing backup material for various presentations, and other duties as assigned.

• Work involves the independent performance of a variety of technical duties requiring the application of technical methods and procedures, and the use of the equipment, instruments, and tools of the technical specialization.
• Prepare a variety of illustrations, graphics and visual aids for various meetings and presentations using a variety of specialized software.
• Prepares project status updates for permitting.
• Provides assistance with the administration of the assigned program or project.
• Perform field inspections for right-of-way permits and stormwater regulations compliance.
• Usage of GIS software and other software programs for GIS/engineering technical work.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the record keeping and filing systems.
• Schedule and attend pre-construction meetings, site walkthroughs, or other applicable meetings.
• Conducts safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, wears protective and safety gear as indicated for the work assignment.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and other City Departments.

• Basic engineering design principles and requirements.
• Surveying methods, abbreviations and symbols.
• Engineering software including surveying and computer aided design and drafting programs.
• Basic knowledge of the MUTCD.
• Equipment, materials and methods used in construction.
• Principles and practices of record keeping.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications.
• Applicable tools and equipment operations.
• Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations as it applies to water quality and stormwater.

• Understanding and interpreting legal descriptions, records, maps, dedications and metes and bounds descriptions.
• Preparing illustrations, graphics, sketches, plans and maps as needed.
• Establishing and maintaining accurate records, logs and files.
• Understanding Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations regarding water quality, stormwater, etc.
• Operate and use modern office equipment including computer and various software applications.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Understanding and following oral and writing instructions.
• Following occupational safety and health procedures.

Regular-Full time