Engineering Technician II

Engineering Technician II

Multiple openings available! The City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities are establishing an Engineering Technician II eligible list that will be used to fill vacancies for one year. Engineering Technician II's perform moderate to advanced drafting, GIS (Mapping), and other sub-professional engineering duties in office and field environments. Daily work assignments may be provided by a Supervisor, Engineer or an Engineering Technician III or IV lead; however, some duties may require working independently on routine and non-repetitive assignments. Position responsibilities are varied and will be determined by work group. These responsibilities may include:

• Draft construction drawings for civil, electrical, or mechanical drawings using computer-aided drafting (CAD) and GIS programs such as AutoCAD and/or Esri.
• Incorporate redline mark ups into final as-built drawings and route to engineers for approval.
• Maintain GIS data integrity.
• Provide quality-check and oversight on as-built drawings as provided by engineers.
• Manage CAD files using management software such as Autodesk Vault.
• May travel to remote sites as needed to verify accuracy of drawings.
• 3D Modeling using software such as SolidWorks, Revit, or AutoCAD 3D.
• Electronically record data on sectional maps.
• Prepare engineering drawings; reduce engineering data and computations of estimate and quantities.
• Participate in various field studies; analyze information and prepare reports of findings.
• Perform on-site work verification for conformity to specifications of materials and installations.
• Perform mathematical computations from field notes, tabulate statistics, and draw graphs and charts showing trends and comparisons.
• Provide public information concerning services, research property information, and issue permits.

The City of Tacoma is committed to making our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities, and accomplishments related to this position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to the supplemental questions scored by an evaluation committee. Each applicant will be scored on the basis of information provided. It is the responsibility of the applicant to describe all relevant experience and training. Applicants must pass the examination process to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration. Appointment is subject to passing a background check. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between The City of Tacoma and Local 17. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.

Compensation and benefits: Hourly Rate: $38.03 - $46.23. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.