Design Technician - Infrastructure Design and Construction

City of Henderson • Henderson, NV

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About The Position

The City of Henderson is recruiting for a Design Technician in the Department of Public Works, Infrastructure Design and Construction. Under general supervision, this position performs intermediate-level civil engineering and/or architectural duties, including design and drafting for water, streets, drainage, sewers, buildings, interior renovations, and related public works facilities. Other duties may be assigned. The recruitment will establish an eligibility list and fill one vacancy. The eligibility list may be used to fill vacancies in this classification for up to six months or up to one year, depending on employment status.

The position responds to requests for engineering information by locating maps, plans, utility data, right-of-way records, easements, and related materials. It produces design and construction drawings and provides technical support to construction personnel, consulting engineers, and members of the public. The role also coordinates project documents and approvals with applicable local, state, and federal agencies.

Applicants must complete an employment application. Best-qualified candidates will be invited to a structured selection interview with a practical assessment, weighted 100%. Candidates invited to the assessment must self-schedule through the City’s online application system and be available in Henderson, Nevada, on the assessment dates. Appointment may be subject to a background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Three years of full-time experience performing architectural drafting, design technician work, construction document production, or closely related technical duties using CAD software such as Autodesk AutoCAD or Autodesk Civil 3D, including corridor models and 3D surface creation.
• An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Locate maps, plans, utility data, right-of-way records, easements, and related materials in response to requests for engineering information.
• Design and draft construction drawings for public streets, utilities, water and sewer systems, reservoirs, pump stations, and related public works facilities.
• Produce plans and profiles for grading, curb and gutter, sidewalks, water and sewer lines, and lift/pump station components.
• Prepare topographic maps by plotting and interpreting contours from survey field notes.
• Perform calculations related to irregular areas, volumes, materials, rights-of-way, and construction requirements.
• Compute gross and net areas, ownership data, and right-of-way information to support City project development.
• Provide technical support to construction personnel, consulting engineers, and members of the public.
• Obtain project approvals and coordinate documents with applicable local, state, and federal agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED