SENIOR ENGINEER TECHNICIAN (NONCOMPETITIVE)

City-of-Cincinnat; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Cincinnati Parks is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician to support planning through implementation of facility projects. You will collaborate with division staff, contractors, consultants, and internal/external partners to move projects forward.

Responsibilities include aiding expedited project delivery, coordinating schedules and documents, and improving service delivery through new tools and methods.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of engineering principles related to the area of responsibility.
• Understanding of construction practices and surveying.
• Experience with AutoCAD and GIS tools (ArcView/ArcGIS).
• Ability to produce technical drawings and land surveys.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, review, and coordination of facility projects and maintenance.
• Support schedules, cost estimates, procurement, and field observations.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and collaborate with partners.
• Conduct surveys, tests, and prepare layouts for projects.

Skills

Engineering principles

Construction practices

Surveying

AutoCAD

ArcView

ArcGIS

Project coordination

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcView

ArcGIS

Job description

Performs a variety of technical activities; conducts drafting, design and other technical tasks related to projects, programs, operations, and maintenance of various facilities. Assists in review of construction or development plans and specifications; conducts a variety of preliminary surveys, investigations, inspections, construction layouts and tests; conducts research as assigned; performs the more technical duties related to the assigned area of responsibility; assists in providing technical guidance to lower-level engineering technician staff. Performs in-depth investigations to diagnose root cause of problems and develops cost effective solutions.

The Senior Engineering Technician will serve an important role within the Planning and Design Division as Cincinnati Parks continues to increase project delivery, strengthen project quality, and support capital and facility improvement needs throughout the park system. This position will work collaboratively with Division staff, contractors, consultants, and other internal and external partners to help move projects from planning through implementation.

Specifically, this position will support:

• Expedited Project Delivery: Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of significant facility maintenance, renovation, and improvement projects that exceed the capacity or technical scope of internal maintenance resources and require professional design, engineering, construction, or other contracted services.
• Effective Project Coordination: Support project schedules, documentation, cost estimates, procurement activities, consultant and contractor coordination, field observations, and other activities necessary to keep assigned projects progressing toward successful completion.
• Improved Service Delivery: Identify and embrace new technologies, tools, processes, and project management methods that improve Division efficiency, communication, documentation, and overall service delivery.
• Enhanced Project Quality: Help ensure projects are designed and constructed using sustainable practices, appropriate materials, sound construction methods, and durable solutions that support the long-term maintenance and operation of Cincinnati Parks facilities.
• System-Wide Collaboration: Work across Parks divisions and with City departments, consultants, contractors, and community stakeholders to support projects that meet operational needs while maintaining the quality and character expected throughout the Cincinnati Parks system.

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of

• Principles of engineering as related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of construction related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of surveying; set-up and use of surveying equipment.
• Equipment and techniques used to inspect, clean, monitor, repair, and rehabilitate various facilities.
• City of Cincinnati engineering standards.
• City of Cincinnati Safety Manual and principles and practices of medical first aid.
• Rules and regulations pertaining to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of drafting by hand and with AutoCAD and/or ArcView and editing Geographic Information System using ArcGIS.
• Techniques of production of technical drawings and reproducing plans, drawings, etc.
• Principles and practices of producing property surveys, preliminary surveys and construction layouts.
• Technical mathematics: algebra, trigonometry, geometry, etc.; mathematical functions related to engineering.
• Pertinent state, federal and local laws, regulations and codes, including residential construction standards, plumbing and building codes.

Skill to

• Operate surveying equipment and equipment and electronics related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Use designated computer software packages in performance of assigned duties with engineering functions, databases, and word processing.
• Perform strenuous manual labor tasks, e.g. moving manhole covers, carrying equipment, clearing brush, etc.
• Perform physical tasks such as climbing, bending, kneeling, etc. in performance of duties.
• Communicate complex information in terms such that non-technical people can understand.
• Work effectively with customers, community officials and stakeholders, and organizational officials.
• Use a laptop computer in the field, as required.
• Operate assigned vehicle.

Ability to

• Complete assigned drafting tasks, using manual and CAD methods.
• Perform mathematical calculations related to engineering functions.
• Conduct assigned specialized inspections.
• Read and understand plans, maps, plats and related documents.
• Ensure project compliance with City and state standards.
• Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws, codes and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and present written and verbal reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Conduct research via computer and by personal search of files, records, etc.
• Lead lower-level staff in performance of work functions.
• Review and manage invoices and contracts.

(Please attach your transcripts, résumé, and cover letter to your application for review.)

Six years of technician experience performing any combination of the following technical tasks: generating technical reports; reviewing or revising plans and drawings; collecting engineering data; analyzing engineering data; or troubleshooting facility performance issues.

Or

Five years of technician experience performing any combination of the following technical tasks: generating technical reports; reviewing or revising plans and drawings; collecting engineering data; analyzing engineering data; or troubleshooting facility performance issues with 30 college semester hours, from an accredited college or university, including at least 6 semester hours in engineering, engineering technology, engineering computer applications, mathematics, computer aided drafting or closely related fields.

Other Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Some positions will require certifications or licenses that must be obtained during the probationary period, such as:
• A valid operator or commercial driver's license
• Certifications by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case-by-case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

Environmental Conditions

Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions outdoors; work with or in water, below ground, in confined spaces, on slippery or uneven surfaces; work with machinery, around moving vehicles, in or near public roadways; work on ladders, scaffolds, etc.; exposure to: dust from construction, fumes from sewage, poison oak/ivy, noise and vibrations; work around radiant and electrical energy.

Physical Conditions

Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; moderate and heavy lifting and carrying; reaching, pulling, pushing; climbing, kneeling, bending; general manual dexterity required; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.