Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!! The Public Works Department is actively seeking one (1) Engineering Technician. Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition, to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.

This is technical engineering work in the planning and design of minor maintenance and construction projects. The work requires a knowledge of engineering methods, techniques and procedures which is learned through specialized education, training or related experience. Contacts require skills in understanding and influencing people and important in coordinating project activities and dealing with contractors regarding field problems encountered. The work is standardized in that tasks are covered by substantially diversified procedures and specialized standards involving differing situations requiring use of judgment. The work is performed in both office and field environments where there are some risks and hazards, but they are known, predictable and controllable. May operate survey and drafting equipment, motor vehicles, personal computers, calculators and other standard office equipment. The physical demands are minimal and include exposure to dirt, dust and other unfavorable environmental conditions. The work is performed under limited supervision where the work assignments are subject to established methods, techniques and procedures, the worker plans and organizes the work, determines priorities, and the work is reviewed, usually after the fact, in terms of quality, volume, timeliness and adherence to established methods and standards.

Examples of Work

• Plans and designs maintenance and construction projects such as sewer and water lines, drainage and sewage pump station areas and culverts.
• Prepares cost estimates for construction of proposed projects.
• Reviews contractor plans, specifications and permit applications for adherence to standards.
• Conducts surveys of proposed sites and prepares plans and specifications for construction.
• Inspects projects during construction for adherence to plans and specifications.
• Reviews project disbursement requests and authorizes payments to contractors or consultants.
• Maintains project records and prepares project status and related reports.
• Prepares and acquires necessary permits from local, state and federal agencies.
• Operates a personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, and related software applications.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville Core Competencies.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of engineering methods, techniques and procedures used in the planning and design of minor maintenance and construction projects.
• Knowledge of construction practices, equipment and materials.
• Knowledge of drafting and land surveying methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of algebra, geometry, calculus and trigonometry.
• Ability to plan and design maintenance and construction projects.
• Ability to prepare cost estimates for equipment and materials.
• Ability to conduct field inspections and surveys.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to maintain project records and prepare reports.
• Ability to operate personal computers.
• Ability to operate survey and drafting equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret federal, state and local rules and regulations and policies.
• Ability to operate personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, and related software applications.
• Ability to prepare project plans and specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to resolve complaints.
• Ability to coordinate project activities with other agencies.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

• A four (4) year combination of education, training and experience in engineering support work.
• FL Class E Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.
• City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.
• The probationary period for this class is six (6) months.
• A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.