Municipal Engineering Technician & Field Lead

City of San Antonio; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking a journey-level engineer to secure technical data for initiating engineering projects. The role may supervise assigned staff and involves field and office tasks at the West Service Center in San Antonio, TX.

Responsibilities include drafting support, cost estimation, reviewing plans, and coordinating surveys. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree and at least one year of engineering or drafting experience, plus a valid Texas Driver's License.

Qualifications

• Engineering, drafting, or traffic operations experience.
• Knowledge of engineering and drafting principles.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Knowledge of surveying techniques and practices.

Responsibilities

• Establishes street and alley grades and prepares cut sheets.
• Calculates bearings, distances, and areas needed in preparing field notes.
• Reviews street construction plans, profiles, and specifications to determine accuracy and completeness.
• Directs and advises survey field crews and draftsmen.
• Assists in drafting plans, charts, maps, and specifications for municipal public works projects.
• Prepares, updates, and reviews cost estimates for projects.
• Investigates project site prior, during, and after construction, occasionally lifting and carrying engineering equipment weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Inputs and analyzes data from a computer database.
• Maintains records and maps on projects assigned.
• Develops and monitors production and project schedules.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Skills

Engineering experience

Driver's license

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

City of San Antonio is seeking a journey-level engineer to secure technical data for initiating engineering projects. The role may supervise assigned staff and involves field and office tasks at the West Service Center in San Antonio, TX.

Responsibilities include drafting support, cost estimation, reviewing plans, and coordinating surveys. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree and at least one year of engineering or drafting experience, plus a valid Texas Driver's License.