Engineering Technician I

Altoona, PA; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement options

Job summary

The City of Altoona is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician I to join our Public Works Department. This role supports the Engineering team with technical duties, including preparing and reviewing plans and bids, inspecting materials and workmanship, researching data, and analyzing site topography.

The ideal candidate has knowledge of civil engineering principles, experience with drafting and CAD, surveying, and the ability to read civil plans and maps.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of related technical/college training in drafting, CAD, engineering technology, civil engineering, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• Or two (2) years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of a written aptitude assessment as part of the screening process.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review plans and bids.
• Inspect materials and workmanship of projects.
• Research and collect data.
• Analyze topographical details of sites.
• Read and interpret civil engineering plans, maps, and specifications.
• Work with contractors, governmental agency representatives, City officials, and the public.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Drafting

CAD

Surveying

Reading plans/maps/specs

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Two years technical/college training in drafting/CAD/engineering tech

Tools

CAD software

Surveying equipment

Job description

The City of Altoona is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician I to join our Public Works Department. In this role, you will work with our Engineering team to support a variety of technical duties. This includes preparing and reviewing plans and bids, inspecting materials and workmanship of projects, researching and collecting data, and analyzing topographical details of sites. We are looking for someone who has a working knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices. Experience with drafting and Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) software, surveying, and construction is preferred. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans, maps, and specifications. Excellent communication skills are a must as you will be working closely with contractors, governmental agency representatives, City officials, and the public.

The City of Altoona is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of related technical or college training in drafting, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), engineering technology, civil engineering, environmental science, or a closely related field
• or two (2) years of related experience
• Valid driver's license
• Successful completion of a written aptitude assessment as part of the screening process.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $23.51 - $26.12/hour depending on education and experience.
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance; paid time off; and retirement options.