SENIOR ENGINEER TECHNICIAN (NONCOMPETITIVE)

City of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Training programs

Job summary

The City of Cincinnati seeks a Senior Engineering Technician to support planning, design, and maintenance of city facilities. You will assist in drafting, surveying, and reviewing plans using AutoCAD and ArcGIS, while guiding junior staff and coordinating with contractors and city departments.

Ideal candidates will have strong surveying skills, CAD proficiency, and the ability to translate complex information for non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Engineering/technical coursework or equivalent experience required.
• Knowledge of surveying, drafting, and construction principles.
• Experience with CAD/GIS tools and field surveys preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, and execution of facility projects.
• Review plans, conduct surveys, and assist in design work.
• Coordinate with contractors and internal teams to maintain schedules.
• Assist in quality control and documentation of project deliverables.
• Lead junior staff in field tasks and data collection when needed.

Skills

Surveying equipment

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Technical math

Communication

Team leadership

Field data collection

Education

30 college semester hours in engineering/related fields

Engineering technology/ CAD coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

ArcView

Job description

General Statement of Duties
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.

Additional Information Related To The Position

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.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(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.

Required Education And Experience

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.

• 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.

Working and Physical Conditions

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.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

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Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible Dependents Include

• Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
• Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a \"Qualified Medical Child Support Order\")
• Step-child
• Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

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