Civil Engineering Technician

City of Charleston•Milwaukee, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of a registered professional engineer, this entry-level position supports the engineering staff with planning, designing and reviewing minor civil engineering projects such as roads, bridges, irrigation systems, small developments, and drainage systems by performing the following duties. The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. The City of Charleston is a progressive and energetic city and our goal is to grant our residents with the best service a city can provide and our visitors with the best vacation or business trip that a city can provide. Charleston is a special and unique city. The combination of our unequaled beauty, warm hospitality, and exceptional public spaces provide a wonderful backdrop for residents and visitors. Through careful conservation, creative and innovative financing, and meticulous planning, Charleston is a city that celebrates a rich history. Charleston was the first city in the country to enact a preservation ordinance. We have an active and ongoing interest in the protection and restoration of our buildings, which tell the story of our past. Keeping an eye to the future, we have set goals that make the livability and quality of life in Charleston the best in the nation. We work diligently to keep our city the best place in the country to work, to live and to play.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid South Carolina issued driver's license.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, Bluebeam and Word or similar software.

Nice To Haves

Relevant site, road, stormwater, or field construction experience.
Engineer in Training Certification.
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Slope Stability Software, ESRI, GIS, ICPR, PondPack/Civil Storm, HEC-1, HEC-RAS, HYDRAFLOW, HydroCAD and/or SWWM software platforms.

Responsibilities

Supports Civil Engineers with plans and documents for development and redevelopment projects to ensure conformance with applicable design specifications, City policy, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Identifies potential conflicts with existing infrastructure and performs physical site assessments and specification requirements for public and private projects.
Assists Technician/Inspector positions with the coordination, completion, and documentation of Construction Activity inspections, Engineering Permit inspections, and all other Engineering Inspections associated with Building Permits issued by the City.
Supports Engineering team in the review of final plats, record drawings, and video, and performs participates in post-construction inspections required during project close-out / dedication.
Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design projects.
Assists with the modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for projects.
Supports engineers in inspecting active construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to approved engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards; may direct construction and maintenance activities when needed.
Interacts with other City employees, the general public, design professionals, contractors and regulatory bodies in a professional, proactive and engaged manner; displaying enthusiastic initiative to solve issues and problems.
Keeps current, accurate records on each working project, and ensures development plan review and approval documents are appropriately filed.
Performs other duties as assigned.