Engineering Technician
City Of West Richland - Engineering Technician
Under the supervision of the City Engineer or designee, provides complex/technical field and office engineering support involving independent and responsible work in the following areas: construction inspection, engineering design and drafting, development review, utility locating, planning or traffic operational studies, materials inspections or related technical engineering work; exercises initiative and judgment in carrying out routine assignments according to established standards, policies and procedures; performs work using standard work methods or explicit instructions.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by two (2) years of college-level course work in design/drafting, engineering technology or closely related field;
Three (3) years of responsible office support experience, with at least one (1) year of experience in design and drafting, utility locating, planning or traffic operations studies, construction inspections, materials inspections or related technical engineering work;
Proficiency in computer aided design drafting (CADD), geographical information systems (GIS), and Microsoft Office software.
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful performing the essential functions of the job.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Other Skills
Knowledge of:
- Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, codes and regulations related to assigned activities.
- Basic personal computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Principles, practices, and equipment used in construction and engineering.
- Safety regulations while performing essential functions of the position in and around construction sites and within public right-of-ways.
- Hazards associated with water, waste water and/or storm water operations.
- Modern office practices, methods, procedures and equipment.
- Record-keeping principles, procedures, and techniques.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry, and some knowledge of physics.
- Construction testing methods and equipment.
- Public speaking Techniques.
- Principles, practices and equipment used in CAD drafting.
- Utility locating equipment and procedures.
Ability to:
- File plans and other materials alphabetically, numerically or by other predetermined classifications.
- Read and understand engineering plans and specifications and to become familiar with engineering standards and department policies.
- Understand and execute moderately complex oral and written instructions.
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Solve technical problems with limited and minimal guidance.
- Make field measurements and complete calculations using computers or calculators.
- Observe legal and defensive driving practices and health and safety regulations.
- Provide effective customer service.
- Exercise initiative and independent judgment in carrying out recurring assignments according to established standards, policies and procedures.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; comprehend and use English effectively including producing all forms of communications in a clear, concise, and understandable manner to intended audiences.
- Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; work independently with little or no direction, organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
- Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Prepare drawings from completed survey information and notes.
Full Time / Exempt $3,700 - $5,400 month Depends on Qualification. Comprehensive Benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer