Engineering Technician-Asset Management (4789-50)

Hamilton County Government•Cincinnati, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This technical role supports the Agency's Asset Management Program by bridging the gap between field reality and digital infrastructure. You will be responsible for the end-to-end data lifecycle: from physically locating and inspecting various road assets with specialized robotics to entering and updating data, assigning condition rating for collected assets and assisting with the design of the Esri-based schema that will house this data for future hydraulic modeling and master planning.

Requirements

Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED) plus post-secondary education and/or training in Engineering Technology, Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology, GIS Technology, Construction Technology, Surveying Technology, Civil Engineering or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of: County and departmental goals and objectives; County and departmental policies and procedures; English grammar and spelling; Surveying techniques; GIS concepts; data entry; CAD techniques; Highway or bridge design, construction, and maintenance; Traffic engineering principles, traffic control devices and applicable standards and manuals; Traffic signals; Traffic engineering; Budgeting; Office practices and procedures.
Skill in: Typing; data entry, use of modern office equipment; Motor vehicle operation; Land surveying instruments; Use hand tools; Use of engineering inspection instruments; Usage of business unit specific software packages including GIS, Civil 3D Design, CAD, Plan Review, business unit web-based and desktop applications; Traffic sign fabrication and installation
Ability to: Interpret and carry out a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; Problem solve; Read, copy, and record figures accurately; Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers; Calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; Apply concepts of mathematics, algebra, calculus, trigonometry and geometry; Prepare accurate documentation; Complete routine forms; Compile and prepare reports; Prepare routine correspondence; Communicate effectively; Use proper research methods to gather data; Develop complex reports and position papers; Proofread and understand technical materials, recognize errors, and make corrections; Maintain records according to established procedures; Answer routine telephone inquiries; Respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; Proficiency with standard office software, AutoCAD, Flexi 22, and specialized traffic engineering tools; Develop and maintain effective working relationships; Travel to and gain; Collect, interpret, and document technical traffic data, to perform field work in and around active roadways.

Responsibilities

Participates in field investigations and the research and preparation of reports of findings for various projects
Completes standardized transportation system asset condition assessments and updates asset inventories using modern office and field equipment.
Investigates complaints and prepares reports on findings, recommends solutions; conducts research related to right-of-way needs
Utilizes computer to calculate, tabulate, file and maintain related records; determines suitability of current data gathering systems
Assists in the production of desired reports for department planning and operations; validates information as needed
Assists in the input, design, and maintenance of GIS layers and attribute tables to support a future utility model for storm sewer infrastructure
Assists in the preparation and review of design drawings, layouts, contract plans and related specifications
Helps prepare related project documentation (e.g., quantity estimates, bid documents, right-of-way plans, legal descriptions, etc.)
Assists in the review of plans and specifications to verify compliance with agreements, project requirements and specifications and state and local construction specifications
Utilizes CADD and modern engineering software packages

Benefits

11 Paid Holidays
Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Earned Personal Days
Paid Parental Leave
Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option.
Medical
HRA
Dental
Vision
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
Free On-Site Parking
Wellness Incentives
robust Employee Assistance Program
access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health
expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources