Engineering Technician - Public Works - City of Prescott

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Hiring Range: $22.3190 to $27.8987

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 110

Full Pay Range: $22.3190 to $33.4785

Deadline to Apply: 9/6/2022

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of technical level engineering support for both internal and external customers. This position reviews plans, reports and specifications; coordinates assigned activities with those of other City departments and staff, contractors and utilities; provides support for the Public Works' front counter, City permit processing, utility research, and floodplain delineations; reviews plats and maps using the Geographical Information System (GIS); compiles and interprets data; and maintains and updates records and reports.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Under general supervision, this job class is expected to exercise independent judgment in the disposition of daily activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Reviews plats, plans, blueprints, and graphics for legal notices and topographic maps; utilizes technical engineering programs (e.g., 3D Civil, Map View, GIST, CentralSquare "eTRAKiT", BluBeam Revu).
• Updates a variety of records, including City water, sewer, drainage, traffic, and street drawings.
• Responds to or refers questions from the general public regarding public works projects, infrastructure design or repair, or other engineering topics; handles complex customer issues in a professional manner.
• Oversees or performs technical reviews of private contractors both on private property and in City right-of-way; references checklists, City code, and the General Engineering Standards.
• Reviews topographic survey information, mapping, boundary surveys, and legal descriptions for the City.
• Performs engineering field work and assists the internal design review team with projects as assigned; conducts field observations of private development projects related to permits using checklist and General Engineering Standards.
• Responds to inquiries and questions regarding work within the right-of-way, FEMA floodplain information, engineering permits, and existing water and wastewater utility lines and availability.
• Researches and identifies the availability of water and responds to customers regarding water availability in the community (bringing the physical water and the legal water topic together), assisting applicants through the submittal process, coordinating permitting and water approvals through the permit center, setting up, monitoring and reporting water resource activities through the software system, and supporting the Water Issues Subcommittee.
• Files and maintains construction drawings received in conventional or electronic formats; files flood elevation certificates, associated studies, and other information.
• Receives and reviews information regarding new subdivisions for compliance with City code.
• Prepares Pre-Application Conference (PAC) responses for the Public Works Department areas of interest.
• Coordinates comments on PAC reviews from key reviewers in Public Works; prepares for, attends and presents Public Works comments on development proposals with applicants.
• Prepares permit refund documents and processes refunds to Finance.
• Serves as a secondary contact within the Permit Center for telephone and in-person requests for information pertaining to Public Works for builders, contractors, engineers, and the general public.
• Retrieves data from computer or hard copy files; answers and documents questions; and provides clerical support.
• Receives, logs, and reviews plans and reports; researches and identifies the availability of water and sewer service lines utilizing the digital Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping system, as-built plans, and field data.
• Generates and submits requests for water and sewer utility services.
• Calculates plan review and construction inspection fees charges including impact fees.
• Processes License Agreements as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

Four (4) years of full-time experience in field engineering, office engineering, GIS, permitting, drafting, surveying, or closely related work; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:

Possess a valid Arizona driver's license or obtain one within three (3) months of hire; desire EIT registration.

City Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external.

Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and City rules, regulations, policies, procedures, codes, and ordinances related to public works.
• Knowledge of engineering and surveying practices.
• Knowledge of record keeping and file maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of basic surveying and mapping principles and practices.
• Knowledge of computer assisted drafting and design practices/methods.
• Knowledge of basic GIS practices.
• Skill in researching and responding to a wide variety of questions related to the position.
• Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints.
• Skill in reading and understanding FIRM/Floodplain maps to determine base flood elevations.
• Skill in organizing, prioritizing, and accomplishing work within required timeframes.
• Skill in utilizing computer software to review designs, drafting, maps, and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Ability to understand and read plans and as-builts.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in a standard City office environment
• Safely operates a City vehicle and variety of standard office equipment including a computer terminal, telephone, 10-key calculator, copier, and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening
• TSA background screening