Engineering Technician I -Transportation Engineering

JOB INFORMATION

Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday

• Friday; 7:30 a.m.

• 4:00 p.m.; full benefits

This technical position is responsible for bridge infrastructure technician work for the Office of Transportation Engineering (OTE) within the Division of Public Works. Supervision is received from the Chief (OTE).

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TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment

• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover

• 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays

• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending

• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit

• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program

• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan

• Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 7/1/2024)

• Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.

Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.

For more information, visit ourbenefitspage on the Frederick County Governmentjob opportunities webpage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform inspections of bridge and culverts located on public roads throughout the county

• Attend meetings for bridge related activities associated with capital improvement projects and provide information about the current condition of the structure

• Enter and edit culvert asset elements into Cartegraph

• Review GIS data layers and databases for major structures, minor structures, and culverts

• Assist or coordinate the permitting process through the MD Department of the Environment, MD State Highway Administration, CSX railroad, other utilities, etc.

• Create, develop and review bridge inspection reports

• Research historical as-built records and bridge reports and related information

• Perform quality control of existing culvert assets elements for accuracy and completeness

• Compose and prepare professional correspondence

• Provide information to Maryland Department of the Environment, State Highway Administration, other division departments and the public

• Prepare exhibits, maps, tables for presentations and reports

• Collaborate with Project Managers, GIS staff, other county staff and outside consultants on projects

• Make field visits to support projects when needed

• Check and monitor supplies, materials and equipment related to inspections

• Coordinate with in-house construction inspection staff to resolve questions that arise during construction

• Respond to questions from developers, contractors, consulting engineers, surveyors, etc. on the status of projects

• Coordinate establishment of new construction operational acceptance with billing and other appropriate agencies

• Assist with management of small developer funded projects

• Work with other County staff and departments to coordinate various information

• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• High school graduation or the equivalent

• Minimum 2 years work experience in technical review of construction documents associated with civil/site development

• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license

• NOTE: An Associate's degree or higher in a related engineering field will substitute for the 2 year work experience requirement.; a combination of relevant training, experience, and education may be counted towards the requirements of this position

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges

• Knowledge of civil engineering practices and mathematics

• Knowledge of local, State and Federal construction standards and specifications

• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings, shop drawings and related technical literature

• Ability to demonstrate sound technical judgment in the performance of bridge and culvert inspections

• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills with the ability to effectively create and write technical reports and/or documents

• Strong computer skills and knowledge in the use of ArcGIS, spreadsheets, databases, document retention and work processing software

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, consultants and the public

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Associate degree or higher in a related field

• Completion of FHWA approved Bridge Inspection Training Course

• Work experience performing bridge inspections or construction inspections of bridges

• ArcGIS, Bentley Structure Asset Management or Cartegraph experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently sit and walk; and occasionally drive

• While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work indoors and outdoors; and occasionally walk on uneven ground

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Available to work irregular hours as needed, and available on-call for emergency situations

• Ability to provide own transportation as needed for site visits, meetings, etc.

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):

1. An evaluation of training and experience

2. One or more interviews