Engineering Technician III

Engineering Technician III

This position provides expert-level technical engineering support and serves as a senior team member with responsibility for advanced technical judgment and oversight of complex engineering and construction projects and programs. Responsibilities include coordinating and overseeing planning, design, construction, and rehabilitation activities; ensuring projects and programs are administered efficiently and in compliance with applicable standards; applying advanced technical judgment in project delivery; and mentoring and training Engineering Technicians.

Engineering Technician III works under the general supervision of engineering staff and reports to the Assistant City Engineer.

Engineering Technician III communicates technical and non-technical information clearly and professionally with City staff, contractors, outside agencies, and the public.

General Skill Levels:

• Principles of civil engineering related to planning, construction, rehabilitation, and project management.
• Construction methods, materials, testing techniques, and applicable state and municipal codes.
• Engineering-related mathematics and technical documentation.

Skill in:

• Managing and coordinating large or complex engineering projects and programs.
• Applying advanced technical judgment to engineering problems and project decisions.
• Reviewing, analyzing, and delivering engineering projects efficiently and effectively.
• Coaching, mentoring, and training technical staff.
• Communicating clearly and professionally with diverse stakeholders.
• Organizing work and coordinating the efforts of others to meet established timelines.

Ability to:

• Work independently under general supervision.
• Interpret and apply engineering plans, specifications, regulations, and technical guidelines.
• Make sound assessments of project progress, quality, and compliance.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Organize and maintain detailed project records.
• Travel throughout the community and safely navigate construction sites and varied terrain.

Education/Experience:

• Associate's degree in construction technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field with a minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible and relevant experience in engineering and construction activities; or
• High school diploma or GED with an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Preferred:

• Preparing plans, designs, specifications, and bid packages.
• Using computer-aided design (CAD) or other electronic drafting and design systems.
• Advanced experience with engineering-related software applications.

Certificates/Licenses:

• Valid Illinois driver's license.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions: Reasonable accommodations may be available to assist individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments in all weather conditions. Duties require travel to construction sites and the ability to traverse uneven, wet, slippery, or sloped surfaces, visually inspect work and materials, and perform physical activities such as bending, stooping, and climbing.

Our employees are our greatest asset and reason for our success. As a full-time Classified/non-union employee, you will receive a Total Compensation package including healthcare/wellness benefits, paid time off (PTO), insurance and retirement.

Healthcare/Wellness:

• Medical - choice between a lower deductible PPO, an HSA-compatible PPO, and an HMO
• All plans administered by BCBS
• 75% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s). Working spouse exclusion applies, however, to the Medical Plan
• Dental - PPO
• Administered by BCBS
• 50% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s)
• Vision - PPO
• Administered by VSP
• 50% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Extensive Wellness program, including an annual Health Club Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – for assistance with work, health & life topics such as overall wellbeing, relationship management, workplace challenges, addiction, child/elder care resources, legal advice, financial guidance, nutrition & physical health

Paid Time Off (PTO):

• 2 weeks vacation, provided on your start date
• 3 weeks provided 1-4 years
• 4 weeks provided 5-15 years
• 4 weeks and 1 day provided 16 years
• 4 weeks and 2 days provided 17 years
• 4 weeks and 3 days provided 18 years
• 4 weeks and 4 days provided 19 years
• 5 weeks provided 20+ years
• 12.5 paid holidays each year
• 2 personal days provided each year
• Opportunity to earn a Wellness Day each year
• 1 sick day earned each month, up to a maximum bank of 60 days

Insurance:

• $50,000 Employer-provided benefit
• Voluntary Life Insurance buy-up

Retirement:

• Automatic enrollment in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension – benefit details can be found here
• Voluntary retirement options available:
• 457 Account (similar to a 401k)
• Roth IRA
• Additional Voluntary After-Tax Contribution (VAC) plan via IMRF