Engineering Technician I, II or III (Lead Project)

Full Salary Ranges:                  

Technician I:                                  $25.53 - $34.47 Hourly

Technician II:                                 $28.13 - $37.98 Hourly

Technician III:                                $30.96 -$41.83  Hourly 

Anticipated Hiring Ranges:    

Technician I:                                   $25.53 - $30.00 Hourly

Technician II:                                  $28.13 - $33.05 Hourly

Technician III:                                $30.96 - $36.39 Hourly

*This position is a full-time, term-limited position funded through December 2027, with the possibility of becoming permanent if additional funding is approved at a later date.  This position is benefit eligible. . Please view our benefits guide here. 

This posting will remain open until filled.  Any offer will be based on meeting the requirements for that level.

Why do I see two salary ranges?

The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted.  This law is intended to improve wage transparency.  The City of Greeley, in support of wage transparency, posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer).  The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.  

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The City of Greeley is proud to offer a robust benefits package in addition to your wages.  This package includes health and wellness, retirement savings, discounted access to Greeley facilities and more. 

Job Summary:

The Engineering Technician will assist with the implementation of our lead investigation and replacement programs. Activities may include, but are not limited to, field investigation, preparation of investigations and replacement plans, data management, GIS mapping and management, and other administrative tasks. This position requires a self-motivated person with sound judgment, problem solving skills, and data management abilities who can work in collaboration with the project team, contractors, and the public. The incumbent in this position will provide technically skilled engineering work including planning, designing, reviewing, and project construction management/engineering, and budget monitoring of infrastructure construction and/or reconstruction programs, water service line investigation, and replacement programs for the City's Water & Sewer Department. 

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

All Levels:

• Current and valid driver’s license
• General understanding of civil engineering, utilities infrastructure, and system rehabilitation
• One (1) or more years of experience working with GIS, AutoCAD, CityWorks, InfoWater, and similar software  
• Two (2) years of experience using Microsoft Excel for data or project management. Proficiency in functions like FILTERS and VLOOKUP is necessary.
• One (1) year of experience with ESRI ArcGIS maps, and dashboards with the ability to create maps, extract attribute data, and generate reports.

Level I

• Associates degree (two-year degree) in civil engineering, computer aided drafting, construction or water technology, surveying, geospatial mapping systems, or a related field or certification program of comparable length

OR

• Two (2) years of experience working as an Engineering Technician or in a related field

Level II

• Associates degree (two-year degree) in civil engineering, computer aided drafting, construction or water technology, surveying, geospatial mapping systems, or a related field, plus three (3) years of experience as an Engineering Technician,

OR

• Five (5) years of experience as an Engineering Technician

Level III:

• Associates degree (two-year degree) in civil engineering, computer aided drafting, construction or water technology, surveying, geospatial mapping systems, or a related field, plus seven (7) years of experience as an Engineering Technician,

OR

• Nine (9) years of experience as an Engineering Technician
• At this level, knowledge has been supplemented by substantial work experience or enhanced by additional schooling in a specialized field in order to meet job requirements
• A combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job may be considered by the hiring authority

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s degree (four-year degree) from an accredited college or university in a related field
• Experience with advanced Excel features.
• At least six (6) months of experience with Surveying and GPS experience
• At least six (6) months of experience with modelling software such as InfoWater and InfoSWMM.
• At least six (6) months of experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D for drafting and design work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Attention to detail and ability to methodically manage repetitive tasks.
• Ability to identify and engage problems to find optimal solutions.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project and department’s needs.
• Ability to communicate and interact with the Public in a professional manner. 
• Ability and willingness to develop additional computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.), and skills in software packages relating to asset management software such as CityWorks, GIS, ArcPro, ArcGIS Online. 
• Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities 
• Knowledge of business operations principles and best practices of Utility management.
• Collaboration skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal 
• Ability to prepare and present financial analyses, schedules, and plans to a variety of audiences 
• Ability to deliver a high level of commitment to customer service
• Interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others
• Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly
• Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines, manage appointments, create schedules, coordinates and facilitates meetings, and makes decisions 
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results
• Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed
• Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects
• Ability to focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages

Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities):

• Creates and maintains lists of properties for inspection, utility potholing, and service line replacement based on specific attributes and geospatial position.
• Reviews GIS mapping of utilities at project locations, troubleshoots inconsistent data, and liaises with Asset Management Team as necessary. 
• Collects and maintains contractor’s utility pot holing and water service replacement records and update progress spreadsheets.
• Reviews and manipulates data, generates reports for communication and billing purposes.
• Provides field support as needed, working in collaboration with the Lead Specialist and contractors.
• Undertakes project administration tasks, facilitates communication with other City Departments, contractors, and the public.
• Engages in quality assurance and quality control. Upholds and assists in developing standard operating procedures.
• Responds to public inquiries regarding potholing and replacement programs.
• Collects water samples to assist project team.
• Participates in construction and team meetings.
• Works under the guidance of the Lead Inventory and Replacement Project Manager.
• Assists other engineering staff as necessary.
• Performs engineering calculations, field investigations, read and follow designs of construction projects, prepares bids on construction projects, 
• Reviews development designs and assists in the design of water and sewer infrastructure projects
• Additional duties include preparing charts, graphs, and other visual aids for presentations
• Performs evaluations using sound engineering methods related to the conditions of the City's infrastructure
• Manages contractor performance, ensuring contracts comply with proper City standards and specifications
• Communicates various information relating to infrastructure project coordination, compliance training, site reviews, plans, permits, investigations, complaints, or inspections.  
• May oversee field contractors, assisting with material identification and providing QA/QC of contractors’ work.
• May determine QA/QC of data supplied by contractors, follows up with inconsistencies and reconciliation.
• Solves problems and makes decisions: Work is defined by policies, principles, and departmental objectives. 
• Makes decisions in determining the process to accomplish the work. Limits are set by professional standards, available resources, and program objectives established by a higher management level. 

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Spends extended periods at a fixed workstation
• Site visits to residential and commercial properties for site investigations
• Combination of office-based responsibilities and outdoor site investigations, with occasional expires to environmental and adverse weather conditions
• May have assignments at water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, etc., including potable, non-potable, and wastewater infrastructure
• Position requires applicant to be ambulatory
• Close visual acuity required for tasks such as: data analysis; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading of printed materials. Visual acuity includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Occasional physical activities such as bending, standing, carrying, and lifting objects of varying weight
• Mobility enough to inspect field sites, sometimes crossing over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces
• Physical strength to turn curb stop valves to shut off water to dwelling
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Dexterity to access curb stop and take depth measurements
• Exposure to sample preservatives or other chemicals when performing samples

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting.  Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: HR@Greeleygov.com .

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE

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