Engineering Technician

City of Goldsboro•Ila, GA

31d•$29 - $36

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Under general supervision, the Engineering Technician provides administrative and technical support duties as it relates to the various service areas of the assigned department. Some duties may include right-of-way (ROW) permitting, construction inspections for ROW permits, coordination of water and wastewater utility evaluation applications, impact fee assessment and collection, completing field investigations for residents and other complaints, using GIS system software, information gathering and research, preparing backup material for various presentations, and other duties as assigned. Applicants must submit a cover letter & resume. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Applies specialized engineering methods and tools to independently perform a variety of technical field and office assignments. Performs impact fee assessment and collection for new developments and coordinates utility evaluations for water and wastewater service. Prepares a variety of illustrations, graphics and visual aids for various meetings and presentations using a variety of specialized software. Prepares project status updates for permitting. Provides assistance with the administration of the assigned program or project. Performs field inspections for ROW Permits and Stormwater regulations compliance. Usage of GIS software and other software programs for GIS/engineering technical work. Assists in the development and maintenance of the record-keeping and filing systems. Schedules and attends pre-construction meetings, walkthroughs, or other applicable meetings. Conducts safety inspections of vehicles and equipment and wears protective and safety gear as indicated for the work assignment. Responds to requests and inquiries from the general public and other City Departments.

Requirements

Associate's Degree from an accredited institution with coursework in engineering technology, Geography/GIS or environmental resources.
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience performing technical engineering or GIS mapping/analysis work.
Experience with civil engineering design software programs and applications.
Experience with Federal and State regulations for air quality, water quality, and stormwater runoff.
Basic engineering design principles and requirements.
Surveying methods, abbreviations, and symbols.
Engineering software, including surveying and computer-aided design and drafting programs.
Basic knowledge of the MUTCD.
Procedures for impact fee assessment and collection.
Equipment, materials and methods used in construction.
Principles and practices of record keeping.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications.
Applicable tools and equipment operations.
Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations as it applies to water quality and stormwater
Understanding and interpreting legal descriptions, records, maps, dedications and metes and bounds descriptions.
Preparing illustrations, graphics, sketches, plans and maps as needed.
Establishing and maintaining accurate records, logs, and files.
Understanding Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations regarding water quality, stormwater, and similar.
Calculating impact fee assessments and processing collections accurately.
Operate and use modern office equipment, including a computer and various software applications.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Understanding and following oral and writing instructions.
Following occupational safety and health procedures.
Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history.

Nice To Haves

Experience with municipal utility coordination or impact fee processing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Applies specialized engineering methods and tools to independently perform a variety of technical field and office assignments.
Performs impact fee assessment and collection for new developments and coordinates utility evaluations for water and wastewater service.
Prepares a variety of illustrations, graphics and visual aids for various meetings and presentations using a variety of specialized software.
Prepares project status updates for permitting.
Provides assistance with the administration of the assigned program or project.
Performs field inspections for ROW Permits and Stormwater regulations compliance.
Usage of GIS software and other software programs for GIS/engineering technical work.
Assists in the development and maintenance of the record-keeping and filing systems.
Schedules and attends pre-construction meetings, walkthroughs, or other applicable meetings.
Conducts safety inspections of vehicles and equipment and wears protective and safety gear as indicated for the work assignment.
Responds to requests and inquiries from the general public and other City Departments.