Engineering Technician I

City of Caldwell (ID); Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Caldwell is seeking an Engineering Technician I to assist in field surveys and inspections for the Engineering Department. The role works under supervision of the Project Engineer, City Engineer, or Project Manager, combining fieldwork with office tasks in a team-focused environment.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED with civil engineering coursework (or equivalent). A valid driver's license and pre-employment background check are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, supplemented by coursework in civil engineering or related field.
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in inspections on projects for conformance with plans and specifications.
• Assist in performing routine construction surveying tasks.
• Reduce field notes.
• Review building permits, right‑of‑way permits and other construction related permits as it pertains to public works.
• Compile minor documents pertaining to development and construction to be presented to City Council.
• Perform elementary engineering calculations.
• Bring areas of non‑compliance to attention of contractor and direct corrective actions.
• Keep supervisor informed concerning work progress and problems.
• Attend meetings, conferences, trainings and review publications to stay current on engineering practices.
• Communicate and coordinate with others to maximize interdepartmental efficiency.
• Maintain positive professional working relationships with employees and others.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Field surveys

Inspections

Construction surveying

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Caldwell Engineering team is looking for an Engineering Technician I to join our team. Individual will assist in the performance of field surveys and inspections for the City's Engineering Department; performs related work as required.

The primary function of an employee in this class is to assist with field surveys and inspections. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Project Engineer, City Engineer or Project Manager as assigned. An employee in this class assists with the duties of other employees in the Engineering Department as required or as assigned by supervisory personnel. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with all City employees, business owners, government agencies, contractors, engineers, and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment and a fieldwork setting with an emphasis on teamwork; work responsibilities include both indoor and outdoor tasks.

• Assists in inspections on projects for conformance with plans and specifications;
• Assists in performing routine and construction surveying tasks;
• Reduces field notes;
• Reviews and approves building permits, right-of-way permits and other construction related permits as it pertains to public works;
• Compiles minor documents pertaining to development and construction to be presented to City Council;
• Performs elementary engineering calculations;
• Brings areas of non-compliance to attention of contractor and directs the contractor to remove, repair or replace unacceptable work;
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems;
• Attends approved meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials as requested to become and to remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas;
• Responds to all questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner;
• Communicates and coordinates with others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities to help keep a positive work environment as well as works as a team member;
• Respects the opinion of others and maintains a positive and professional working relationship with employees, supervisors and others;

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education, Training, and/or Experience Required:

• High School diploma or GED, supplemented by course work in civil engineering or related field; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Licenses, Certifications and Other Requirements:

• Possession of a current and valid driver's license.
• Subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check.