What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician I position at CITY OF OTTUMWA?
The Engineering Technician I is a member of our Civil Engineering team that performs related work for environmental, water, sewer, street, and other public works projects and programs.
This position inspects, documents, and tracks use of the Right-of-Way; performs control testing of concrete materials; assists in surveying operations, field measurements; and project inspection; locates sewer lines, including on call emergencies after hours; and can perform engineering observation on projects with oversight from supervisor or an Engineering Tech II.
Training / Education and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
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Valid driver’s license
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Certifications to inspect/document field quantities;
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Iowa DOT Portland Cement Concrete I (PCC1) Certification and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA1) Certification
- Required within 12 months of hire
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Skill / Abilities Requirements
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance;
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads;
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar;
- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and their applications;
- Maintain records and prepare reports
- Uses computers and related software applications;
The full job description can be found here.
This is a position that is covered under our Public Works Union. The full contract can be found here.
