Senior Engineering Technician - Transportation Systems

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to perform a variety of technical engineering work including design, drafting, surveying, recording and inspection work involved in Transportation Systems Department (TSD) projects; to plan organize and lead professional and technical engineering programs; to assist in preparing complex engineering designs, plans, specifications, cost estimates, budgets and reports; to manage assigned construction projects; and to lead, participate in updating and generate maps for public, contractors and city staff. This position provides highly responsible assistance to the Transportation Engineer in management of the TSD projects.

Essential Duties

These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties the incumbent may be assigned.

Under the supervision of a TSD professional engineer, assume responsibility for the inspection of material and construction work, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, streets, for compliance with plans and specifications set forth; provide technical assistance on construction methods, project schedules, and inspection policies.

Under the supervision of a TSD professional engineer, prepare technical engineering analysis reports and studies following accepted engineering practices and standards; research records, maps and other data to obtain engineering data pertaining to assigned projects.

Assist in bid preparation, bidding and awarding of TSD construction contracts/projects; assist in contract administration.

Participate in the review of developer plans for street, sidewalks and accessibility requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and supplemental design requirements such as Public Rights of Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG).

Participate on the development and attendance at public meetings associated with comprehensive plans, neighborhood static, improvement projects, and SID's.

Coordinate TSD activities with other City departments, divisions and sections and with outside agencies.

Review property legal descriptions and maps for accuracy.

Provide information to general public, outside agencies, developers, contractors and others as required.

Prepare material for Commission Meetings pertaining to rights-of-way use agreements, street closures/vacations, or other required information for TSD needs within the City of Helena.

Assist in updating and maintaining the City of Helena Engineering Standards.

Create and maintain designs of TSD projects using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Arc map.

Work Schedule

Days of the week: __Sun _x_Mon _x_Tues _x_Wed _x_Thurs _x_Fri __Sat

Hours of work: 8am - 5pm

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Related to this Position: -

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles and practices of engineering and surveying as applied to TSD operations.

• Terminology, methods, and techniques used in the construction of TSD projects.

• Engineering design and construction standards including engineering maps and records.

• Principles of mathematics as applied to engineering work, record keeping, data collection and report preparation.

• Techniques and methods of drafting and used in inspections and surveying.

• Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment.

• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

• Safe driving principles and practices.

Skill or ability to:

• Operate AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, modeling software and other software utilized by the TSD.

• Operate surveying equipment and map reproduction equipment.

• Make complex engineering computations.

• Prepare, read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.

• Collect, compile, and analyze information and data.

• Check, design, and prepare engineering plans, studies, profiles, and maps.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

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

License and/or Certificate Requirements

Must possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record at the time of hire and have the ability to obtain a valid MT driver's license within six months of hire.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Training):

This position requires a minimum of an Associate Degree with major course work in civil engineering technology or a related field. This position requires three years of responsible technical engineering design and construction experience. Other relevant combinations of education and work experience may be evaluated on an individual basis.

Application Special Instructions

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Required Application Materials:

• Resume

• Cover letter

The application review dates are as follows:

• April 26
• May 3
• May 10

This position is open until filled.