Engineering Technician I/Ii - Updated Filing Date

Description

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Updated Application Deadline: May 13, 2024 @ 3:00 PM

Training & Experience Evaluation

• Week of May 13, 2024

If Oral Board Interview Process is Needed- Week of May 20, 2024

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DEFINITION

Under general supervision to general direction, performs a variety of specialized paraprofessional engineering work and office duties in support of professional engineers and inspectors for the planning, design, and construction of both development and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects; maintains plan files and engineering records; conducts field surveys, reviews plans; issues permits; maintains the database, generates reports, and creates maps on the Geographic Information System (GIS); and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision (Engineering Technician I) to general direction (Engineering Technician II) from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Engineering Technician I: This is the entry-level class in the paraprofessional Engineering Technician series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic technical engineering experience perform work such as maintaining engineering records, performing basic engineering calculations, performing field observations and surveys, researching engineering topics, and updating maps and drawings, in addition to performing office and field work related to assigned engineering projects and programs. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the II level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is often used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Engineering Technician II: This is the full journey-level class in the paraprofessional Engineering Technician series. Incumbents perform the full range of technical work in field observations and surveys, researching engineering topics, and updating maps and drawings, in addition to performing plan checks and office and field work related to assigned engineering projects and programs. Positions at this level are distinguished from the I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the professional engineering series in that the latter is a professional level requiring completion of a four-year degree.

Positions in the Engineering Technician class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II-level are normally filled by advancement from the I-level after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

Essential and Marginal Duties

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Prepares or assists in the preparation of and/or interprets specifications, plans, permits, estimates, and reports pertaining to the construction, maintenance, and operation of a variety of engineering, land development, utility, and other Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.

• Maintains engineering and traffic/transportation files, including plans, studies, inspections, surveys, maps, and other data related to engineering and transportation projects; prepares, updates, reproduces, and distributes maps, drawings, blueprints, and other information recorded in the Geographic Information System (GIS).

• Utilizes GIS software to create and modify plot plans, topographic maps, improvement plans, and illustrative graphics, such as charts, illustrations, and graphs for reports, drawings for design manuals, and other projects.

• Performs basic field review, design, drafting and inspection duties in connection with CIP, maintenance and development projects.

• Performs field, office, and computer-aided studies and prepares periodic and special reports based on findings from research, studies, and surveys; and makes recommendations on findings.

• Receives, tags and logs, and reviews submitted engineering plans, maps, and related documents for plan check including review of insurance; routes documents to consultants or developers for preceding and following plan review; tracks status of plan checks and original documents; advises parties of revisions and assists with the development and issuance of project conditions.

• Receives and responds to information requests for base maps, parcel maps and improvement plan information, encroachment permits, benchmarks, and other geographical data, soils reports, as-builts, and street improvements; retrieves plans, reports, permits, and files as necessary to comply with requests; responds to complaints from the public and resolves conflicts between owners, contractors, developers, utility companies, and others.

• Provides information and assistance on questions related to Engineering plans, services, and activities to City staff, contractors, developers, and the general public.

• Maintains and updates department records, tracking lists, permit records, and files of engineering plans, including grading, encroachments, improvements, storm drain, landscaping, and final maps.

• Assists in compliance with the City's records retention and management schedules.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONSSome knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed by positions at the entry (I) level in a learning capacity:

Knowledge of:

• Civil engineering principles, practices, and methods applicable to office and field work involving the design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects.

• Basic design and construction practices and methods of streets, underground facilities, and related public works infrastructure.

• Engineering plan types, review practices, and permit filing and approval procedures.

• Principles and practices of technical civil engineering drafting and surveying support.

• Drafting and surveying equipment, computers, principles, problems, techniques, and practices.

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including administrative and department policies and procedures.

• Technical engineering mathematics.

• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications, including GIS concepts and applications.

• Technical report writing practices and procedures.

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination.

• Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software packages) to conduct, compile, and/or generate documentation.

Ability to:

• Prepare and review a variety of plans, specifications, maps, graphic materials, cost estimates, and technical engineering reports.

• Modify engineering drawings, topographic maps, improvement plans, and illustrative graphics using GIS and computer-aided design software.

• Perform responsible technical engineering support work with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.

• Read and interpret engineering plans, technical drawings, specifications, and subdivision maps.

• Perform standard engineering design under professional engineering supervision.

• Make mathematical calculations and accurate engineering computations and drawings.

• Make and record accurate field engineering observations.

• Use engineering, drafting, and surveying instruments and equipment.

• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.

• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.

• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies; community groups; various business, professional, and regulatory organizations; and in meetings with individuals.

• Learn and understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.

• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.

• Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.

• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Engineering Technician I/II: Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented with college course work in civil engineering, drafting, surveying, mathematics, or related field.

Engineering Technician I: Two (2) years of responsible paraprofessional experience in civil engineering, drafting, surveying, or related field.

Engineering Technician II: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible paraprofessional experience in civil engineering, drafting, surveying, or related field, or two (2) years of experience equivalent to the class of Engineering Technician I with the City of Tracy.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license upon appointment.

• May be required to complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) Training.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to inspect various commercial and residential development sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders, stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to attend meetings and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and make inspections; color vision to identify materials, structures, wires, and pipes; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment and assistance from other staff.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Employees work partially in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions, and partially in the field and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All City of Tracy employees are, by State and Federal law, Disaster Service Workers. The roles and responsibilities for Disaster Service Workers are authorized by the California Emergency Services Act and are defined in the California Labor Code. In the event of a declaration of emergency, any employee of the City may be assigned to perform activities which promote the protection of public health and safety or the preservation of lives and property. Such assignments may require service at locations, times, and under conditions that are significantly different than the normal work assignments and may continue into the recovery phase of the emergency. If a "Local Emergency" is declared during the employee's shift, employees will be expected to remain at work to respond to the emergency needs of the community. If a "Local Emergency" is declared outside of the employee's shift, employees must make every effort to contact their direct supervisor or department head to obtain reporting instructions as Disaster Service Workers.

The City of Tracy provides a generous benefit package to employees in the Teamsters Unit. A summary of key benefits is listed below. More information can be found in the Benefit Summary and in the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Tracy and General Teamsters Local No. 439, IBT.

Health Benefits

• Choice administered through Teamsters Benefit Trust

• Kaiser or United Healthcare health insurance plans available after a 3 month waiting period with generous City contribution.

Dental and Vision Plans

• Choice of United Healthcare, Liberty Dental, or Delta Dental plans available (Delta Dental is available after completion of 12 months of eligibility in the Trust Fund in addition to a 3 month waiting period). VSP is available for Vision coverage.

Life Insurance

• Individual coverage of $30,000. Premium is fully paid by the City.

Retirement Program

• CalPERS (formula dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS). Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation programs available (MissionSquare & AIG/VALIC). The City participates in Social Security.

Paid Leave and Holidays

• General vacation accrues at the rate of 96 hours per year the first year and progresses up to 192 hours per year at 16 years of service. Sick leave is accrued at a rate of 96 hours per year with unlimited accrual. There are 14 paid holidays per year ( includes 2 floating holidays).

Dependent Care and Medical Spending Accounts - (IRS Section 125): Available to eligible employees on a voluntary basis.

Uniform Allowance

• Parks and Recreation Department and Public Works Department: Provided and maintained by the City. Fire Inspector: Shirt provided, jacket provided as needed. Crime Scene Technician, Animal Services Officer, Crime Prevention Specialist, Community Service Officer, and Property/Evidence Technicians shall be paid an annual uniform allowance in the amount of $800 per year. Safety Boot Allowance: Limited reimbursement up to $190 per fiscal year.

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program, AFLAC, Tool Replacement, Employee Credit Union, Direct Deposit, Scholarshare529 and Tuition Reimbursement.

01

I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following Supplemental Questions. I understand these responses must match the information I provide in the Work Experience and Education sections of my application (do not answer "see resume"). I certify that all information provided on this application and the Supplemental Questions is true to the best of my knowledge.

• Yes

02

Have you worked for a public sector agency (e.g. City, County or Special District)?

• Yes

• No

03

Please select your highest level of education.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Some college coursework

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Other

04

If you selected a degree earned or some college coursework in the question above, indicate the degree major or college coursework completed. If none, indicate N/A

05

Do you have experience utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D software? Please rate your experience.

• I have never used this software

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Expert

06

Please indicate which AutoCAD programs (include the version) you have used. If you do not have any experience, indicate "N/A"

07

How many years of full-time work experience to you possess related to performing design, construction, inspection or traffic engineering duties?

• None

• Some, but less than 2 years

• 2-3 years

• 4-5 years

• More than 5 years

08

Please describe your experience utilizing the following software applications: 1) Bluebeam

2. Laserfiche if none, please write N/A

09

Please describe your experience working with permitting processes, specifically encroachment permit processing. If none, please write N/A.

10

Please describe the kinds of projects you have provided drafting and design support for.

11

Please describe your experience working with plotter machines. If none, please write N/A

12

Please describe your experience with plan check review and reviewing of construction documents. If none, please write N/A.

Required Question

Agency City of Tracy

Address 333 Civic Center Plaza

Tracy, California, 95376

Phone 209-831-6150

209-831-6158

Website http://www.cityoftracy.org