Engineering Technician

General Job Information

INTRODUCTION

This position is in the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) Operations Administration/ Public Space Regulation Division (PSRD). The purpose of this position is to complete a variety of general technical engineering assignments and projects pertinent to the design or operation of systems, structures, processes, and equipment. The work affects the operational economy, timeliness and overall efficiency and improvement of engineering projects, and the safety and well-being of District of Columbia citizens and visitors.

This position serves as a subject matter expert in providing users of public space and affected agencies with technical guidance and assistance regarding associated complex issues and problems.

The incumbent will apply practical knowledge of skills in the application of methods and techniques of engineering technology or its various specialties, such as architecture, civil, or electrical.

Responsibilities may also include weekly maintenance, data analysis, reporting, and administrative tasks of programmatic calendars and management of the printing and positing of Emergency No Parking Signs. This position will require analyzing and applying the DDOT Specifications for Highways and Structures and the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations relating to permitting review and processing. This position will represent the agency at internal and external meetings, such as the Mayor's Special Events Task Group, and will serve as a project lead on special projects and programs.

The Engineering Technician will provide support to the Permitting Office City-Wide Team through processing public space applications and performing a variety of assignments. This position will represent the agency at internal and external meetings, such as the Mayor's Special Events Task Group, and will serve as a project lead on special projects and programs.

Tasks may include data analysis, reporting, and administrative tasks of programmatic calendars and management of the printing and positing of Emergency No Parking Signs. The incumbent will also research and apply best engineering practices, policies, standard operating procedures, and data for trend analysis and performance reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent for this position will perform a wide range of complex research, development, design, evaluation, inspection, production, application, standardization, and testing; or analysis involving the construction and/or maintenance of facilities, structures, systems, processes, equipment, devices, and/or materials. Responsibilities also include providing contractors and agencies with technical guidance and assistance regarding complex issues and problems.

The incumbent will perform a variety of functions including but not limited to monitoring and inspecting contracted work to ensure compliance with District of Columbia/FHW A construction standards, specifications, and zoning codes. The Position responsibilities require the incumbent to compute the square footage of construction layouts, identify non-conforming features, suggest remediation, and identify zoning code requirement. Duties also include applying analytical and evaluation methods to advise on and/or resolve recurring issues and complex survey assignments.

This position serves to conduct tests and complete studies designed to identify safety issues related to the use of facilities, building structures, systems, processes, equipment, devices, and materials. The Incumbent will conduct "before and after studies" which are designed to reflect the results of engineering improvements or to complete project monitoring activities for compliance.

Keeping current on governing regulations, best practices, and acceptable standards to ensure compliance and public safety. Interacts with various Federal/District agency representatives, contractors, private/public representatives involved with special projects. Complete compliance reviews based on conflicting characteristics, such as, versatility, reliability, size, and treatment.

The incumbent's duties also include reviewing contractor designs for the construction of multi-level structures and/or mixed commercial developments having both residential and retail space. Construction projects often contain complex design features.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

Applicant must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the grade ten (10) level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position to include complex research and design of construction projects and building structures, review of compliance standards and guidelines for projects, determining the feasibility of design features, review proposals and negotiates with contractors and consultants. Technical work in: drafting, surveying construction estimating, physical science, mathematics, architecture, chemicals, electrical or mechanical systems.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION

A valid driver's license is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS / ENVIRONMENT

The work area is usuallly an office setting which is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS

Tour of Duty: Varies

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0802-11

Duration of Appointment: Career Service

• Regular

Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential.

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is covered under collective bargaining union and subject to union dues through payroll deduction.

Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability

• Security Sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.

Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as an emergency employee position under the provisions of District Personnel Manual, Chapter 12.

As such, your services may be required in emergency situations to perform crucial duties, i.e., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operation, food distribution, and communications. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early. Employees are required to work rotating shifts, to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Employees are considered emergency personnel and are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

Employee Benefits May Include:

DDOT is an employer of choice for any job seeker who has passion, energy, and enthusiasm about our city. Employee benefits include:

• Health and life insurance benefits and retirement benefits (More information about these benefits is available on the D.C. Department of Human Resources (DCHR) website at www.dchr.dc.gov.)

• Complimentary Capital BikeShare Membership

• Continued professional development, and professional growth through d.University, the in-house training available for all DDOT employees

• Flexible work schedule (team and role dependent)

• Employer assisted housing loan program, providing payment and/or closing cost financing for first-time home buyers (restrictions apply)

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, credit information, homeless status, and/or victims or family members of victims of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking.