Engineer Technician

About the role
Level I & Level II:
Under direct supervision, to perform a variety of paraprofessional drafting, office and field engineering/surveying work; to assist with or perform construction inspections; and to do related work as required.
Level III:
Under direction, to perform a variety of paraprofessional drafting, office and field engineering/surveying work; to assist with or perform construction inspections; provide lead direction and training; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Level I:
This is the entry training level for technical and paraprofessional engineering office and field support work. Incumbents perform a wide range of office engineering, field engineering, surveying, design support, and permit support work. Incumbents in this class perform the less complex paraprofessional duties with limited supervision while learning the more complex paraprofessional duties. Typically, incumbents in this class can expect to promote to the Engineering Technician II class after 2 years of demonstrated work proficiency.
Level II:
This is the journey level for technical and paraprofessional engineering office and field support work. Incumbents perform a wide range of office engineering, field engineering, surveying, design support, and permit support work. Incumbents in this class perform the more complex paraprofessional duties with limited supervision while learning the most complex paraprofessional duties. Typically, incumbents in this class can expect to promote to the Engineering Technician Ill class after 3 years of demonstrated work proficiency in this class.
Level III:
This is the lead and advanced working level for technical and paraprofessional engineering office and field support work. Incumbents perform a wide range of office engineering, field engineering, surveying, design support, and permit support work. Incumbents in this class perform the full range of paraprofessional duties with minimal supervision. Incumbents may provide lead direction and training.

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED:
Level I & Level II: None.
Level III: May provide lead direction and training.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONISBILITIES (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)
Level I:

• Performs drafting and mapping assignments using manual and computer aided methods.
• Performs a variety of engineering technical support work in the design and construction of public works.
• Prepares graphic displays, organization charts, and similar materials.
• Prepares and maintains master files of drawings, maps, and specifications, researching and updating information as needed.
• Prepares estimates and specifications.
• Performs basic construction inspection assignments.
• Performs field and office work related to property and right-of-way boundaries, including the research of files and maps.
• Participates as a member of a survey crew.
• Reviews, processes, and issues a variety of permits.
• Performs basic traffic engineering and erosion control studies.
• Reads and interprets accident reports, inputting data into a computer system.
• Performs field investigations of accidents and accident sites.
• Receives and logs public comments about the County road system.
• Confers with transportation companies regarding routing.
• Provides support for professional engineering staff.
• Prepares and maintains mileage maps.
• Assists in preparing Board resolutions for projects.
• Assists with grant applications.
• Makes a variety of engineering and mathematical applications.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records, correspondence, technical, and narrative reports.
• Uses a computer and calculators to solve a variety of engineering related problems.
• Provides information to the public.
• Conduct special projects as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality.

Level II:
In addition to above:

• May act as an instrument person in a survey crew

Level III:
In addition to above:

• May act as party chief on a survey crew
• Provides lead direction and training

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:Level I & Level II:

• Principles, practices, and terminology of engineering technical support work.
• Common public works construction methods and materials.
• Engineering mathematics, including geometry and trigonometry.
• Data collection and analysis.
• Use of computers and computer applications related to engineering work.
• Standard office practices and procedures.
• Pertinent laws and regulations related to land use.
• Pertinent laws and regulations related to the design and construction of public works facilities, roads, drainage, and structures.

Level III:

• Principles of lead direction and training.

Ability to:All Levels:

• Perform technical engineering office and field support work.
• Use drafting materials and equipment.
• Analyze and evaluate data to develop sound recommendations.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Read and interpret maps, drawings, and engineering plans and specifications.
• Make accurate mathematical calculations.
• Use a computer and computer applications in the performance of technical engineering support work.
• Effectively represent the Public Works Department.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Maintain confidentiality.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
All three levels:
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities might be:
Level I:
Two (2) years previous experience in technical engineering support equivalent to that of an Engineering Aide II
Advanced educational training in mathematical subjects such as geometry, advance algebra, or trigonometry and pre-engineering courses in a community college or four-year college.
Level II
Two (2) years previous experience in technical engineering support equivalent to that of an Engineering Technician I.
Level III
Three (3) years of previous experience in technical engineering support equivalent to that of an Engineering Technician II.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office, audio-visual equipment and field engineering equipment, including a computer; ability to walk on slippery and uneven terrain; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. 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 up to 25 pounds. Ability to operate an automobile. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals on a case-by-case basis.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments; some exposure to variances in temperature and weather conditions; continuous contact with staff and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
May work more than a normal 8:00am to 5:00pm shift.