Engineering Technician

                POSITION TITLE                                  ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
                DEPARTMENT                                      PUBLIC WORKS
                EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY                REGULAR
                EMPLOYMENT LEVEL                         STAFF
 
 
DEFINITION
To perform a variety of administrative work in support of various public works functions.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct supervision from the Assistant Public Works Director and/or Public Works Director/City Engineer. May exercise supervision over other personnel for the purpose of accomplishing projects.EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES 
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 

• Reliable and dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Coordinate activities with other agencies and sectors of the community.
• Perform building plan checks as related to engineering standards.
• Coordinate plan check submittals with the City’s contract engineering firms.
• Prepare and maintain various databases and filing systems; track a variety of information and projects.
• Maintain a variety of files, forms and miscellaneous documents and materials.
• Prepare, maintain and file a variety of letters, reports and miscellaneous materials.
• Type a wide variety of material from rough draft copy, notes, verbal instructions or transcribing machines.
• Generate documents for Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Qualifications (RFQs), and Invitations for sealed bids.
• Coordinate projects using federal and state funding requiring the cooperation of Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM).
• Read and interpret Improvement Plans, Parcel Maps, Official Plans, and Assessor maps.
• Assist in the review of all types of improvement plans, maps, surveyor boundary calculations, titles, easements, land subdivisions, various Public Works permits and certificates for design integrity, accuracy and conformance with map standards, City standards and City codes.
• Assist in the preparation of improvement agreements, fee schedules, cost estimates and reimbursements and work closely with contractors and developers to ensure compliance with City requirements.
• Assist in maintaining map files for annexations, parcel maps, tract maps, street improvements, add new streets and subdivisions to base maps, update water table history, keep the blueprint room stocked and functional and maintain all drafting supplies, traffic and surveying instruments.
• Interpret City Standards and Specifications for Public Works projects.
• Compile data to the City’s Storm Water Management Plan, Waste Discharge Permits, and Municipal Separate Sewer Storm System Permit.
• Insure data compliance with Environmental Programs associated with the Water, Storm Water, Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste and Hazardous Materials Business Plans.
• Answer general questions and provide information to the public.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Basic methods of record keeping, including personal computer uses related to spreadsheet and database applications.
• English usage including spelling, punctuation and grammar.
• Principles and practices of good customer service. 

Ability to:

• Work independently with limited direct supervision, and perform the essential functions of the position in a responsible and professional manner.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and intermittently carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Research and prepare detailed and comprehensive reports.
• Exercise independent judgment.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with outside agency contacts.
• Demonstrate confidence in personal decision-making.
• Manage difficult situations by displaying assurance under pressure.
• Interpret pertinent laws and City department policies and procedures.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be age eighteen (18) by date of application.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver license.
• Type at a speed of 45 NWPM. 
• Two (2) years of advanced clerical experience in an office setting that involved providing customer service.

Salary : $51,516 - $65,760