Senior Engineering Technician

Senior Engineering Technician

The City of Tucson's Water Department is seeking two Senior Engineering Technicians to support the planning, design, and construction of water infrastructure projects. Position Description Summary: The Senior Engineering Technician position at the City of Tucson's Water Department is responsible for preparing and reviewing water pipeline and facility design plans that support the planning, design, and construction of the City's water infrastructure. This position ensures compliance with Tucson Water standards, specifications, and applicable regulations.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Civil Engineer. This position does not supervise.

• Prepares, reviews, and revises water pipeline and facility design plans in accordance with Tucson Water standards, specifications, City Code, and applicable regulations. Develops construction drawings and sketches utilizing AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D under the direction of a Project Engineer or Project Manager.
• Reviews preliminary layouts and engineering designs for new and existing water distribution and production facilities. Organizes and maintains project drawings, revisions, records, and electronic files; incorporates design changes and coordinates with project team members to support the completion of construction documents and assist with obtaining missing information.
• Revises drawings to incorporate red-marked revisions, verbal instructions, and project comments; requests and receives data from involved parties and inputs information into project databases or spreadsheets, as appropriate, to support the completion of construction designs.
• Performs technical design work, research, and engineering calculations related to hydraulics, hydrology, water distribution, sewer, and drainage systems.
• Drives to project sites to perform field visits, collect project information, verify existing conditions, and assist with the preparation of as-built drawings.
• Ensures engineering plans comply with established standards, specifications, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Works independently and collaboratively while supporting engineering projects and contributing to project objectives.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions: Some exposure to light physical or environmental conditions (noise, dust, weather, etc.)

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience. *Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications: At least two (2) years of computer-aided drafting, geographic information systems, or in collecting, analyzing or processing field samples and data. At least three (3) years of progressive work experience using Autodesk Civil 3D. Experience in: Autodesk Civil3D for preparation of engineering drawings for water replacement projects and water production facilities. Autodesk Civil 3D for importing survey points to develop new and existing main water replacement projects and water production facilities. Design proficiency, creating and working with surface tins and 3D surfaces along with grading, drainage, water, sewer and roadway plans.

Position Details

Job Profile

J2007 - Senior Engineering Technician

Compensation Grade

G105

Hourly Range

$21.96 - 32.94 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Background Check

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

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Benefits

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The City does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

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Recruiter Name

Roxie Escarcega (49375)