Engineering Technician 3 - Construction Inspection

The Site Development Division of the Community Development Department (CDD) is seeking an Engineering Technician 3 to perform construction inspection, as well as work in plan reviewing and permit processes.

This position will work closely with external customers (developers, engineers, contractors), partner agencies (Washington County, Oregon Department of Transportation, Clean Water Services), as well as City staff in engineering, Public Works Operations and the Planning and Building divisions.

The focus of this position is to provide field inspection during construction activities to ensure that infrastructure and private development projects are being built in accordance with approved plans, the City of Beaverton's Engineering Design Manual, and applicable city codes and standards.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, SEIU-classified position There is one vacancy. This position is not eligible for hybrid work.

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton's online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Experience and skills will be evaluated using the work history and supplemental questions only; resumes and cover letters are not accepted in place of a completed application.

• Read and interpret construction plans in conjunction with actual construction. Interpret product listings and installation requirements.

• Inspect and monitor construction of infrastructure improvements on publicly/privately funded projects to ensure compliance with approved plans and construction standards.

• Enter inspection results and attach photos and inspection records in the electronic permitting system.

• Write and maintain daily inspection reports. Maintain and file accurate inspection records, plans, reports, and record drawings.

• Issue and release stop work orders.

• Facilitate and coordinate the inspection of ADA curb ramps with the Engineering Inspector and Engineer of Record. Inspect and verify ADA curb ramps construction for compliance. Submit and enter ADA curb ramps information and certificates in Cityworks software.

• Facilitate and coordinate the construction and field changes through the revision review and approval process.

• Review record drawings for engineering level accuracy and reliability of applicable utility asset mapping layers for historic and newly constructed as built information.

• Collect and submit AutoCAD and pdf files of the final record drawings to GIS team for record retention and city information.

• Facilitate and coordinate with Operations on Operations inspection and project acceptance walk-through.  Use Cityworks for Operations inspections and project acceptance walk-through requests.

• Facilitate and coordinate the acceptance of projects, including coordination of final project punch lists and bond releases with internal and external stakeholders.

• Track, monitor, inspect projects through the performance and maintenance periods.

• Provide technical assistance to city staff and public including interpreting city code and ordinances, 

• Coordinate with plan reviewing group on providing construction perspective and insights on the final review of site development plan prior to permit issuance.

• Perform plan review on site development permits, public improvement associated with building permit. Process and issue site development permit utilizing the electronic permitting system.

• Review construction cost estimates.

• Conduct research and resolve project issues.

• Conduct field observation to assist the determination of right-of-way and location of topographical data, existing infrastructure, utilities, and other ground surface features.

• Assist with the review and update of the standard details and engineering standards.

• Exhibit leadership to work teams and fellow employees. Serve as a model for accomplishing the city's vision and goals. Create an environment in which employees are focused on producing excellent quality results.

• Model and coach employees to excellence in internal and external customer service. Promote professional and courteous behavior with a creative approach to problem resolution that creates a positive experience for the customer.

• Assist in creating a positive and supportive work environment prioritizing a culture of collaborative teamwork, clear communication, and ongoing personal and professional development.

• Contribute to the promotion of organization values, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; support a culture of accountability within the organization and actively promote the value of respect in a multicultural society.

• Additional duties are outlined in the Engineering Technician 3 class specification.

Minimum qualifications:

• Associate's degree in civil engineering technology or a related field and three years' experience in engineering inspection; or

• High school diploma or GED and five years' experience in engineering inspection; or

• An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing and special requirements

• Valid driver's license and ability to meet the city's driving standards

• Ability to pass reference checks and education verification, and satisfy the requirements of a background check.

• Ability to satisfy the requirements of a pre-employment drug screen.

Within one year of hire, the successful candidate must have:

• Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) General Construction Inspector certification

• ODOT Americans with Disabilities Act curb ramp certification

• Oregon Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification

• ODOT Asphalt Concrete Pavement inspector certification

The City of Beaverton is committed to supporting a culture of accountability, equity and inclusion for all, especially marginalized groups. We pledge to continue the ongoing, difficult and essential work needed to address institutional racism and historical inequities in all forms.

Beaverton is a diverse city, boasting a large population of qualified persons, including women, veterans, Black, Indigenous and people of color, persons with disabilities, generational groups, persons who speak many languages and are of diverse national origins.

Studies have shown that many candidates, especially women, are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city's talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.Wage range: $30.93 - $41.46 hourly

Starting rate will be determined depending on relevant work experience as outlined in the Equal Pay Act. New hires who meet minimum requirements will start at step one. Higher steps may be offered to those who have additional years of directly related experience to the position within the posted wage range.

Total compensation package and benefits

In addition to competitive pay, the city offers a wide variety of benefits to regular employees which make up an exceptional total compensation package.

The city pays the full retirement contribution to PERS including the employee portion; provides employees with an opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation retirement plan; makes available a public service loan forgiveness program and tuition reimbursement program; and offers excellent health, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.

Additional benefits include excellent paid time off (PTO) accrual, PTO cash out options, wellness programs and incentives, a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA with 3% employer contributions, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and bilingual pay premiums.

City of Beaverton Compensation Break DownGross cash compensation

Starting step

Step 1Step 4Step 7Yearly salary$64,339.44 $74,487.96 $86,268.84     Estimated benefits paid by the city - non-cash compensation

Public Employees Retirement System fully paid contributions for employee $3,377.82$3,910.62$4,529.11Medical & Dental - Max city contributions for employee +1 (dollar value)$25,181.88$25,181.88$25,181.88Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA; 3% contribution$1,930.18$2,234.64$2,588.07No-cost Tri-Met public transportation pass (dollar value)$1,200.00$1,200.00$1,200.00Total estimated non-cash compensation/benefits$31,689.88$32,527.14$33,499.06    Total salary and estimated non-cash compensation value$96,029.32$107,015.10$119,767.90