Engineering/Planning/Surveying (EPS) Technician IV

State of Delaware; Delaware; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Delaware’s Division of Transportation Solutions is seeking an Engineering/Planning/Surveying Technician IV to support GIS mapping, data management, and analysis for Land Services and Right-of-Way programs.

You will integrate data from multiple sources, produce maps and reports, and collaborate with engineers, planners, and surveyors to inform transportation planning and property management decisions.

Qualifications

• Three years experience in data management and analysis used in transportation planning.
• Three years experience in using GIS for collecting, analyzing, and mapping data.
• Three years experience in using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve and report on data.
• Six months experience in developing and recommending plans, specifications, designs, studies or surveys.
• Six months experience in project management with planning, implementing, and evaluating projects.
• Six months experience in developing analytical and technical documents such as reports, maps, or geographical representations of data.
• Six months experience in identifying and implementing process improvements and maintaining filing systems to ensure compliance with laws and procedures.
• Knowledge of contract management and staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspects infrastructure to ensure compliance with design plans and codes; documents findings.
• Designs, develops, or reviews engineering layouts, alignments, profiles, studies, graphs, and related activities.
• Compiles notes, sketches, test results, inspection data to document compliance and develop designs or reports.
• Conducts studies to analyze needs or develop plans and record characteristics.
• Performs data analysis to determine accuracy and develop recommendations.
• Operates CAD equipment and uses GIS and computer software to enter and report data.
• Reads and interprets plans, specifications, and blueprints.

Skills

Data management

Data analysis

Project management

Contract management

Staff supervision

Tools

Geographic Information System (GIS)

Job description

Introduction

The mission of the Division of Transportation Solutions is to provide excellence in transportation by developing, constructing and maintaining the State's infrastructure in a manner that results in a safe, cost-effective, and efficient multi-modal transportation network that enhances mobility commerce, and livability. In addition, Transportation Solutions provides high quality support services to other divisions in the department.

Introduction

The mission of the Division of Transportation Solutions is to provide excellence in transportation by developing, constructing and maintaining the State's infrastructure in a manner that results in a safe, cost-effective, and efficient multi-modal transportation network that enhances mobility commerce, and livability. In addition, Transportation Solutions provides high quality support services to other divisions in the department.

Summary Statement

Delivers GIS mapping, data management, and analytical support for Land Services and State Right-of-Way programs. Maintains accurate statewide data on state-owned land, property, parcels, easements, and right-of-way. Integrates, validates, and resolves discrepancies across multiple data sources. Produces maps, reports, and geospatial products that drive transportation planning, property acquisition, engineering, and real property management. Partners with agents, surveyors, planners, engineers, project managers, consultants, and stakeholders to deliver reliable information and support informed decisions.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Inspects infrastructures to ensure compliance with design plans, materials specifications, safety requirements, construction processes, local, state, and federal codes and on-going maintenance requirements; documents and reports compliance or deficiencies.
• Designs, develops, or reviews engineering project or site layouts, alignments, profiles, studies, graphs, and other related activities.
• Compiles and records notes, sketches, test results, inspection data, and other information to document compliance and/or develop designs, specifications, reports, maps, and other geographically based data.
• Conducts various studies to be used by others to analyze needs or develop plans, record characteristics, and other related activities.
• Conducts data analysis to determine accuracy of data collected, develop recommendations, develop corrective designs, and/or ensure compliance.
• Tests or evaluates the quality of materials or designs to verify adherence to contracts and specifications.
• Obtains survey data such as angles, elevations, points, and contours using electronic distance measuring equipment and other surveying instruments.
• Calculates or measures area and volume dimensions, horizontal and vertical geometry, profile and component specifications, and material testing dimensions using calculators or computers.
• Operates computer assisted drafting equipment or other tools of the trade, and uses automated information systems and computer software to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve, and report on data.
• Reads and interprets plans, specification, blueprints, and other engineering documents.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Engineering/Planning/Surveying Technician IV

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Planning: Process and Quality Control

• Three years experience in data management and analysis used in transportation planning which includes querying, formatting, and quality control.

• Three years experience in using computerized mapping software applications such as Geographic Information System (GIS) for collecting, analyzing, and mapping data.
• Three years experience in using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on data.
• Six months experience in developing and recommending plans, specifications, designs, studies or surveys.
• Six months experience in project management which includes planning, developing, implementing, managing and evaluating projects to ensure objectives are met.
• Six months experience in developing analytical and technical documents such as reports, maps, or geographical representations of data.
• Six months experience in identifying and implementing process improvements, including managing and maintaining physical/digital filing systems and accompanying documentation to ensure compliance with laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of contract management and control which includes ensuring compliance with terms of contracts; negotiating changes to existing contracts.
• Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources . DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship. Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process. Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire. As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov .

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com . If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail] .

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.