Engineering Technician I

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Posting Number
4295P


Position Title
Engineering Technician I


Department
Public Works


Job Code
05003


FLSA Status
Non-Exempt


Union Code/Affiliation
Unrepresented


Division
ENGINEERING (PW)


Job Description Summary


The purpose of this job is to provide engineering services and support. Surveys and researches site conditions for infrastructure, utilities, landscaping, transportation, and other related city construction projects. Performs drafting work in AutoCAD, conducts fieldwork, and reviews plats and easements to ensure compliance with city regulations. Maintains spatial data in GIS.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Prepares and reviews drawings, diagrams, 3D renderings, maps, and construction plans for designs and projects; calculates estimates and specifications.

• Integrates, implements, and manages GIS data and creates GIS tools.

• Provides customer service for applications and construction projects.

• Prepares and maintains reports.

• Produces work orders in AutoCAD and/performs surveying work as necessary.

• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction

• Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.

• Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility


Position has no fiscal responsibility.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associate's Degree in construction management, engineering technology or similar field preferred.

• 1 to 3 years' of related experience.

Licenses or Certifications

• Valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and methods of civil engineering, including such specialties as land surveying and mapping, hydraulics, structures, hydrology, construction, roadway design, and engineering technology.

• Standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of building trades.

• Algebra, geometry, calculus, and engineering formulas.

Skill in:

• Estimating time and materials needed to complete jobs.

• Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.

• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data.

• Utilizing engineering and GIS software.

• Utilizing AutoCAD, and or Civil 3D.

Ability to:

• Work from blueprints, plans, and sketches.

• Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

• Provide high levels of effective customer service.

• Exercise independent judgment when ensuring compliance with relevant land disturbance and utility construction codes and legal regulations.

• Maintain a variety of technical records.

• Collaborate and develop relationships with other departments and divisions.

• Regularly use a computer, software, phone and related office equipment.

• Focus on tasks.

Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

Work Environment

• Office or similar indoor environment - Frequently/Often
• Outdoor environment - Frequently/Often
• Street environment (near moving traffic) - Frequently/Often
• Construction site - Sometimes
• Vehicle - Sometimes
• Right of way environment - Frequently/Often

Exposures

• Individuals who are hostile or irate - Sometimes
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) - Sometimes
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) - Sometimes
• Fumes or airborne particles - Sometimes
• Loud noises (85+ decibels) - Sometimes

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position involves occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and outside work.

• Incumbents may be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

• Incumbents required to walk on uneven surfaces, stand, twist, bend/stoop, climb/balance, drive and carry/operate equipment.

Hours/Days


8 hours per day/5 days per week

Starting Salary
$48,381/yr


Pay Grade
107


Number of Positions Available
1


Deadline to Apply
09/21/2026


Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions to Applicants


This position will require the use of Autocad Civil 3D software for drafting street, sidewalk, and intersection improvements.

Notice to Applicants


Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)

TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program