Senior/Engineering Technician

American Water Works Association; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Township is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to support civil infrastructure projects, including wastewater, water, parks, and non-motorized pathways. You will perform plan drafting, surveying, GIS duties, permit administration, and site inspections, working closely with the public and township staff.

Requirements include an associate degree in a related field and at least 5 years’ municipal experience, with proficient AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam skills.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to an associate degree with coursework in engineering, surveying, construction management, or related field(s).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience providing engineering technician services on municipal infrastructure projects.
• Requires possession of a valid Vehicle Operator's License.

Responsibilities

• Develops engineering plans and specifications utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D software.
• Operates survey equipment and gathers field information; establishes line and grade for construction projects.
• Inspects construction projects and verifies contractor methods and materials against plans and specs.
• Reviews property and easement descriptions and rights-of-way for public utilities.
• Develops GIS maps and assists with GIS database maintenance.
• Reviews site development and utility construction plans for compliance with Township standards.
• Reviews as-built drawings for accuracy and compliance.
• Revises as-built records using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam.
• Coordinates right-of-way permits and inspects sidewalk permits as required.
• Assists the public with utility location and inquiries; conducts field observations.
• Performs duties related to MS4 permit inspections and testing.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Surveying

Bluebeam

GIS software

Public communication

Education

Associate degree in engineering or related field

Engineering coursework

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

GIS software

Surveying equipment

Job description

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Under the general supervision of the Township Engineer, responsible for performing a variety of technical duties in support of civil infrastructure projects including record-keeping. Project types include, but are not limited to, wastewater collection and treatment, water distribution, parks and recreation development, non-motorized pathways and bike lanes, sidewalk construction and maintenance, Township facility capital improvement projects, and residential, commercial or industrial private development projects. Provides customer service support and technical assistance for the Engineering Department

Duties may include surveying, design, drafting, mapping, construction inspection, construction project administration, permitting, easement descriptions and exhibits, and site/facility condition assessment. Position requires regular contact with the general public, contractors, and township staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops engineering plans and specifications utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D software.
• Operates survey equipment and accurately gathers field information, establishes line and grade for construction projects; interprets and defines property and right-of-way lines.
• Inspects construction projects, including monitoring contractor’s construction methods and materials for compliance with plans and specifications; submits daily inspection forms; observes and documents successful testing of new utility construction.
• Reviews property and easement descriptions; reviews proposed easements and rights-of-way for public utilities.
• Develops GIS maps; assists with GIS database maintenance.
• Reviews site development and utility construction plans for compliance with Township standards; Uses plans and blueprints to review and assess field conditions for compliance with Township standards and applicable ordinances.
• Reviews provided as-built drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with standards.
• Revises or develops historic as-built records to reflect current conditions utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam.
• Reviews, issues, and monitors right-of-way permits for compliance with township ordinances and standards; ensures compliance with right-of-way permit conditions; investigates and resolves complaints regarding right-of-way work.
• Reviews, issues, and inspects Township sidewalk permits in accordance with Township ordinances and standards; investigates and resolved complaints regarding public sidewalks.
• Assists public with utility location and general requests; investigates complaints and enforces township codes and standards; conducts regular and by-request field observations of conditions.
• Performs duties related to township MS4 permit including inspections and testing, as required.
• Conducts a variety of administrative duties, including maintaining departmental records and reports, responding to Miss Dig ticket requests, and responding to general inquiries via email, phone, or in-person.
• Coordinates work with other Delta Township employees, as needed.
• Responds to and interacts with representatives from Eaton County Road Commission, Eaton County Drain Office, MDOT and other local, state, and federal agencies.
• May assist with training and oversight of specific tasks for engineering department interns, as assigned.
• May be assigned various responsibilities and tasks in conjunction with emergency and disaster response operations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Equivalent to an associate degree with coursework in engineering, surveying, construction management, or related field(s).

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 5 years’ experience in providing engineering technician services on municipal infrastructure projects; experience must include some combination of design, drafting, GIS mapping, surveying, permitting, construction inspection or construction project administration. Must have knowledge and experience to exercise independent judgement and decision making.

LICENSES: Requires possession of a valid Vehicle Operator's License.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:The ability to use AutoCAD Civil 3D, surveying equipment, and Bluebeam proficiently is required; experience in using GIS software is required. Must be able to effectively communicate with the public, property owners, other Township Departments, other government agencies, contractors and other project stakeholders.

OTHER:Self-motivated, team-oriented, and proactive problem-solving attitude.