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Engineering Technician

Hamilton County Engineer's Office
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Position:  Engineering Technician (3997-50)

Location: 

Cincinnati, OH

Job Id:  3997-50

 

Engineering Technician (3997-50)

 

Deadline to Apply:

May 7, 2024

 

Work Location:

Various County Locations

 

Work Hours:

40 hours/week

 

Salary Range: 

$23.58 hourly

 

FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME WITH APPLICATION

 

The Office of the County Engineer provides a variety of important services to the traveling public. These are largely funded by the purchase of license plates and by gasoline taxes. There are 423 bridges and over 500 miles of public right of way - all the responsibility of the County Engineer. These responsibilities include design, construction, inspection, maintenance, and study which result in safety improvements or regulations in compliance with State law.

 

Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package and Generous Paid Time Off

 

11 Paid Holidays, Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time, and Earned Personal Days.

Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option.

Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

Under general supervision, the Engineering Technician may perform entry to intermediate level office and/or field technical duties in support of a variety of Transportation Engineering and Surveying office and/or field business units.  Depending upoN individual skills and organizational needs, individual employees may assist in planning, design, Computer Aided Drafting/Design (CADD), Geographic Information Systems (GIS, construction management, studies, computations, land surveying, land record management, asset management, or field operations.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED) plus post-secondary education and/or training in Engineering Technology, Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology, GIS Technology, Construction Technology, Surveying Technology, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

Must possess a valid state of residency driver’s license.  Must remain insurable under the County’s vehicle insurance policy. 

 

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:  The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

Vehicles, modern office equipment mobile devices and peripherals, modern land-surveying field equipment, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS / Drones) machetes, metal detectors, jackhammers, Modern Construction Engineering Testing Equipment, Traffic Asset Condition Assessment Equipment, Traffic Study Equipment, Underground Stormwater Asset Condition Assessment Equipment, Environmental Monitoring Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION (POSSIBLE DUTIES):

  • Conducts surveys using various survey instruments (e.g. total stations, Robotic Total Stations, data collectors, prism poles, GPS Equipment, Drone, leveling rods, etc.);
  • Records readings from instruments and gauges; calculate distances, angles, elevations, grades, etc. using algebra, statistics, geometry and trigonometry;
  • Maintains notes of measurements and monuments and computes to prepare final survey plat; drives stakes or rods into ground with sledge hammer to facilitate surveying; sets final lines and monuments in field;
  • Ensures equipment is clean and operating properly;
  • Drives truck transporting crew and equipment;
  • Ensures work area is safe; meets with contractors to show them where field survey points are.
  • Researches the area being surveyed from survey records, plans, recorded deeds, and maps;
  • Prepares and reviews survey plans; prepares reports based on field survey data and existing records;
  • Answers questions from property owners or officials about work being performed;
  • Assists surveyors and attorneys in locating old surveys and records;
  • Performs as party chief in absence of supervisor;
  • Supervises assigned crew and directs the various surveying functions;
  • Plans and schedules survey activities to achieve effective utilization of available manpower;
  • Checks, verifies, and researches legal descriptions, survey records and other official documents covered under the Transfer and Conveyance Standards;
  • Advises attorneys, surveyors, government agencies, public, etc. of errors and the best way to correct these documents to meet the Transfer and Conveyance Standards;
  • Updates, revises, and corrects errors on Auditor’s Digital Tax Maps using GIS;
  • Performs data entry, filing, and scanning of surveying documents;
  • Accepts and accounts for cash received from fees and services;
  • Produces copies of surveys, tax maps, and plats using computer software, scanner, and plotter;
  • Using GIS, produces various types of maps when called on to do so;
  • Participates in project teams and/or groups and prepares related project documentation;
  • Participates in field investigations and the research and preparation of reports of findings for various projects;
  • Completes standardized transportation system asset condition assessments and updates asset inventories using modern office and field equipment;
  • Investigates complaints and prepares reports on findings, recommends solutions; conducts research related to right-of-way needs; utilizes computer to calculate, tabulate, file and maintain related records; determines suitability of current data gathering systems;
  • Assists in the production of desired reports for department planning and operations; validates information as needed;
  • Performs traffic studies to correct and prevent traffic problems (e.g., speed using radar detector, analyzes conditions of accidents and high accident areas, analyzes and prepares signal timing charts and school flasher timings, studies speed and number of vehicles in peak hours, surveys of sign retro reflectivity, etc.);
  • Prepares result and recommendation reports for supervisor's approval using information gathered in traffic studies (e.g., diagrams, statistics, graphs, narrative, etc.);
  • Prepares work orders;
  • Insures that work orders are carried out correctly;
  • Sets out mechanical vehicle counters, lays out striping detail, etc.; refers most difficult studies to supervisor;
  • Prepares detour maps for road closures using AUTOCAD;
  • Assists in the preparation and review of design drawings, layouts, contract plans and related specifications; helps prepare related project documentation (e.g., quantity estimates, bid documents, right-of-way plans, legal descriptions, etc.);
  • Assists in the review of plans and specifications to verify compliance with agreements, project requirements and specifications and state and local construction specifications;
  • Utilizes CADD and modern engineering software packages;
  • Attends all meetings and serves on committees, as directed; attends training and seminars, as directed;
  • Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions;
  • Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance; d
  • Due to the nature of the job, when scheduled for on-call assignment, the Engineering Technician must be available to return to work after normal work hours or on weekends and/or holidays when called to do so;
  • Performs other duties as assigned;

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: Knowledge of:  County and departmental goals and objectives; *

  • County and departmental policies and procedures; *
  • English grammar and spelling; surveying techniques;
  • GIS concepts;
  • Data entry;
  • CAD techniques;
  • Highway or bridge design, construction, and maintenance;
  • Traffic controls; traffic signals; traffic engineering; budgeting;
  • Office practices and procedures.
  • Skill in:  Typing;
  • Data entry;
  • Use of modern office equipment;
  • Motor vehicle operation; land surveying instruments;
  • Use hand tools; use of engineering inspection instruments;
  • Usage of business unit specific software packages including GIS, Civil 3D Design, CAD, Plan Review, business unit web-based and desktop applications;
  • Ability to:  Interpret and carry out a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form;
  • Problem solve;
  • Read, copy, and record figures accurately;
  • Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers;
  • Calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages;
  • Apply concepts of mathematics, algebra, calculus, trigonometry and geometry;
  • Prepare accurate documentation;
  • Copy records precisely without error;
  • Copy material accurately and recognize grammatical and spelling errors;
  • Complete routine forms;
  • Compile and prepare reports;
  • Prepare routine correspondence;
  • Communicate effectively;
  • Use proper research methods to gather data;
  • Develop complex reports and position papers;
  • Proofread technical materials, recognize errors, and make corrections;
  • Maintain records according to established procedures;
  • Communicate effectively;
  • Understand technical manuals and/or verbal instructions;
  • Understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications;
  • Gather, collate, and classify information;
  • Answer routine telephone inquiries;
  • Respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials;
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships;
  • Travel to and gain access to worksite;
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships;
  • Travel to and gain access to worksite.