What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV - Range 16 / AMEA position at Municipality of Anchorage?
This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.
DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste Services
HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday hours TBD
LOCATION: 15500 E. Eagle River Loop Rd.
Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.
surface runoff, groundwater, and leachate for adherence to applicable regulations and permits issued by the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC), the Anchorage Water and Wastewater
Utility and other agencies. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that SWS meets its environmental compliance obligations
while supporting the effective operation of its disposal facilities. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills are
essential for success in this role. This position supports contracts that take hazardous household waste (HHW) and gathers data from customers for compliance with internal policy and procedures surrounding contaminated soils and asbestos containing material that is reported to internal
personnel. The work associated with this position covers many aspects of transfer and landfill operations at several facilities within
the Municipality of Anchorage with the daily reporting duty station at Anchorage Regional Landfill located in Eagle River. Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Associate’s degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, Computer Assisted Design (CAD), or a discipline specific to the department, and five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department, and three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
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Master’s degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department, and at least one (1) year of experience as an Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
Must possess and/or obtain:
- Valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record.
Preference:
- Manager Of Landfill Operations (MOLO) certification
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Land fill restriction, Managing used Oil, and Hazardous Waste Manifest training
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910 40 hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER).
- Associate or Bachelor degree in the physical sciences such as, but not limited to chemistry, engineering, or biology
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If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (Download PDF reader)
All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference
Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process
Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.
NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Employee Relations Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.
Salary : $37 - $47
