Senior Technician

State of Maine•Augusta, GA

10d•$60,272 - $84,619•Onsite

About The Position

This is technical services work involving complex and responsible engineering duties across field and office engineering specialties. The position supervises subordinate technical personnel performing complex tasks and works under limited supervision. The role develops and coordinates plans for complex structural and highway projects; prepares specifications, agreements, proposals, plans, and legal documents; researches property and right-of-way records; and oversees engineering, construction, field investigations, surveys, and related equipment operations. It also manages staff, survey crews, schedules, budgets, cost estimates, project funding, agreements, and payments; maintains computerized information systems; communicates with the public and technical stakeholders; and helps interpret and enforce applicable laws, regulations, safety policies, and procedures. The position is with the Department of Defense, Veterans' and Emergency Management in Augusta, Maine. The posted annual salary is $60,272.16–$84,618.56, including a 2.5% stipend. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Requirements

Eight years of experience in engineering; or a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field and four years of engineering experience; or an associate degree in engineering or a related technical field and six years of engineering experience.
Knowledge of advanced engineering principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of specialized equipment, instruments, and materials.
Knowledge of and familiarity with complex computer software.
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and statutes.
Ability to apply sound engineering principles to complex engineering tasks and problems.
Ability to interpret and explain specifications, charts, graphs, tables, and agreements.
Ability to assign, train, coach, and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to supervise technical workers.
Ability to execute complex mathematical computations.
Ability to prepare and present comprehensive, complex reports.
Ability to function positively in a team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively and write clearly.
Ability to interact positively with members of the public and staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

Draft and coordinate plans for complex structural projects using computer-aided drafting software.
Design and oversee complex highway projects, seeking cost-effective solutions.
Prepare complex utility and railroad specifications and agreements, and legal condemnation documents for acquiring rights.
Prepare and oversee computer-generated 3D proposals and plans for public presentations.
Research legal documents, town records, and property ownership information to determine and draft ownership and right-of-way limits and rights.
Evaluate, defend, and justify roadway layouts and locations to resolve complex property ownership issues.
Interpret and communicate laws and regulations relating to right of way and property rights.
Oversee and monitor complex construction projects to ensure they comply with plans, specifications, engineering principles, regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Oversee complex field investigations and the operation and inspection of necessary equipment.
Oversee engineering activities and projects to ensure assigned tasks are completed and objectives and standards are met.
Train, mentor, coach, and evaluate technical personnel, and delegate complex assignments.
Generate work schedules to ensure adequate equipment and personnel are available.
Develop schedules, budgets, and cost estimates for complex transportation projects.
Assign and supervise survey crews in designated geographic areas, managing schedules and budgets for regional survey programs.
Direct survey crews on intricate surveys and make field decisions to complete projects on time and within budget.
Compute geodetic survey problems to convert geographic positions to plane coordinates.
Develop and maintain computerized information systems.
Communicate technical information to staff, other programs and bureaus, and external customers.
Respond to public requests for complex information with accurate and complete information.
Develop State and municipal agreements for transportation projects, and approve, track, or negotiate bills and payments.
Assist with securing funding and managing financial systems for appropriate cash flow and accountability.
Interpret and enforce Federal, State, and local guidelines, departmental safety policies, and vendor recommendations for safe equipment use.
Assist in developing policies for safe working conditions and improved work methods.
Assist with policy development and process improvements and interpret policies to support compliance.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
12 days of sick leave annually
Three or more weeks of vacation leave annually, with accrual increasing with years of service
Personal leave for overtime-exempt employees
State contribution of 85%–95% of employee-only health insurance premiums, depending on salary
State payment of 100% of employee-only dental insurance premiums
State retirement contribution equivalent to 14.06% of pay for MSEA employees or 18.86% for Confidential employees
Additional wellness benefits

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