Engineering Technician I

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with Resource Management Agency, Public Works Engineering Unit located in Visalia.

Typical Duties

Act as party chief, public works inspector or office technician for construction projects, plant inspector or material testing specialist, and assist project engineers with other specialties. Conduct spatial analysis, manage data and create automated workflows. Create maps and presentation documents. Geocoding for public works, land survey, aviation, public transit, flood control, assessment districts, pavement management systems and other thematic mapping and geospatial datasets. Check maps and plans for subdivisions and building facilities. Check and prepare property descriptions, charts, and diagrams. Prepare progress reports. Assist in preparation of equipment and material specifications. Assist in coordinating utility relocation and right-of-way clearing. May negotiate for construction projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade with courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry and drafting.

Experience: Two (2) years of sub-professional civil engineering experience comparable to an Engineering Aid in Tulare County.

Equivalency for Experience: Or completion of two (2) years (60 semester units) of accredited college work in engineering, mathematics, one of the physical sciences, or a closely related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge of :
Principals of surveying. Relevant engineering terminology and nomenclature. Geographic information systems (GIS) such as ESRI including but not limited to ArcGIS for Desktop Basic.
Geographic database management and geo-spatial systems. Basic drafting and design practices and methods. Routine traffic investigation and survey techniques. Measuring, surveying, drawing and drafting instruments. General construction materials, specifications, tools, and equipment used in construction and maintenance work and sample soil and material testing procedures. Basic filing methods, manually and electronically.

Skill/Ability to:
Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers. Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment. Operate and utilize a computer and related software applications, including but not limited to geographic information systems. Read and understand contract specifications, engineering blueprints, maps and project plans. Do engineering calculations. Handle routine design problems. Recognize compliance with established standards and codes. Take accurate field notes and prepare reports. Give and follow written and oral instructions. Establish priorities, organize work in proper step-by-step order, and meet deadlines.
Adjust to changes in workloads. Retain and recall factual information. Compile data, analyze information, draw valid conclusions and formulate recommendations.

License/Certificates:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 3

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 8/23/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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