Engineering Technician II - Catch Basin Inspector

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP); All (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in environmental protection is seeking an Engineering Technician II to join their Bureau of Water & Sewer Operations. This role involves performing field inspections, utilizing inspection software, and addressing common issues like flooding. The position requires a valid NY State Motor Vehicle Driver License and offers an opportunity to contribute to the maintenance of NYC's essential water and sewer infrastructure. Candidates with a strong background in engineering technology and a passion for public service are encouraged to apply and make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; experience as an engineering technician preferred.
• Valid NY State Motor Vehicle Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections on catch basins and maintain office records.
• Utilize software for inspections and assist in estimating quantities.

Skills

Field Inspections

Mathematical Calculations

Data Extraction

Problem Solving

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Engineering Technology

Baccalaureate Degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Inspection Software

Computer Tablet

Sewer Hook

Job description

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) protects public health and the environment by supplying clean drinking water, collecting and treating wastewater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP delivers more than 1.1 billion gallons per day of the highest quality drinking water to 8.5 million NYC residents and more than 1 million people in Upstate New York, and has a wastewater conveyance and treatment system capable of processing over 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater per day to protect the environment and the city’s surrounding waterways.

New York City has approximately 140,000 catch basins, 114,000 hydrants, 90,000 valves, 14 gatehouses, 3 reservoirs, 68 groundwater wells, a 100 million gallon underground storage tank and 7,000 miles each of both sanitary sewers and water mains. The responsibility of maintaining these vast networks falls under the Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Water and Sewer Operations (BWSO).

The Bureau of Water & Sewer Operations (BWSO), Division of Operations Analysis & Regulatory Compliance, Catch Basin Inspection Unit is seeking to hire an Engineering Technician II. The selected candidate for this position will perform various tasks under direct supervision that include, but are not limited to:

1. Perform field inspections on catch basins using various tools and equipment.
2. Utilizes computer based inspection software and related applications.
3. Performs mathematical calculations and assists in estimating quantities.
4. Makes map change requests and applicable documents from complex data, with or without sketches.
5. Addresses problems of frequent occurrence, such as flooding, ponding, or outside referrals; extracts data from various sources, and applies well-defined methods and principles to resolve the problems.
6. Maintain office records of drawings, plans, surveys, and inspection data.

Some positions may also perform the following duties:

1. Coordinates and works with contractors and using a City vehicle, performs highway catch basin inspections using various tools and equipment.
2. Supervises contractors performing highway catch basin cleaning.

Inspections are performed outdoors and in all kinds of weather, and the physical activities can include opening manhole covers with a sewer hook, taking and recording measurements, carrying a clipboard and/or a computer tablet. Street inspections are generally performed during the day, arterial highway inspections can be rotating shifts.

A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York is required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements
For Assignment Levels I – II
1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and two years of full-time satisfactory experience as an engineering technician; or
2. An Associate degree from an accredited college or technical institution with a specialization in engineering technology; or
3. A combination of education and experience which is equivalent to two years of satisfactory experience. To determine educational equivalency for experience, see “Special Note” below.

Special Note
One year of experience credit will be given for each 30 semester credits for college education leading to a degree from an accredited college in engineering technology. However, all candidates must have at least a high school diploma or its educational equivalent.

License Requirement For Certain Positions
For assignment to certain positions, the candidate must possess at the time of appointment or assignment a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Additional Qualification Requirements
For Assignment Levels III – IV
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels III and IV, individuals must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Levels I and II, either
1. At least one year of satisfactory service as an Engineering Technician with the City of New York; or
2. A Baccalaureate degree in engineering technology from an accredited college; or
3. After meeting the minimum requirements described for Assignment Level I, at least two additional years of full-time satisfactory experience performing engineering technician work; or
4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to Additional Qualification Requirement “3” above and in “Special Note” above.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.