Engineering Technician II

  • COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
  • Palm Desert, California
  • Sep 22, 2024
Full Time Engineering Public Health
  • Salary: $7,227.00 - $9,933.00 Monthly USD Monthly
  • Salary Top: 9933 USD Monthly

Job Description

Job Summary

TITLE: Engineering Technician II
SRN A35: $7,227 - $9,933, Monthly, Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CVWDEA
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
Division: Survey
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to : Land Survey Supervisor
Supervises the following positions : N/A

Promotional opportunity procedures will include the following: Review of minimum qualifications Review of personnel file Testing/ Assessments: N/A Oral Interview(s)

DEFINITION: Under immediate (Engineering Technician I) to general (Engineering Technician II) supervision, performs a diverse range of technical engineering tasks; conducts technical review and plan checking for land development projects; performs computer aided drafting (CAD) tasks; processes utility clearances, right of way documents and permits; updates and maintains survey, and geographic information system (GIS) data; performs a variety of customer related services; and performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the Engineering Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Engineering Technician I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Essential Functions

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Provides technical support to the District’s land development, engineering, survey, right-of-way and construction operations; assists District staff, contractors, and the general public with questions related to the location, status, and types of facilities operated and maintained by the District.Performs all phases of receiving, researching, processing, and responding to customer questions for applications related to District new water and sanitation services, including residential and commercial developments, and right-of-way requests; calculates fees and coordinates with District departments for account reviews, deposit release, and invoicing.Applies departmental policies and procedures in determining the completeness of applications and supporting documentation; advises customer of document deficiencies and provides necessary forms.Uses Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Geographic Information System (GIS) software, and manual drafting for the preparation of construction drawings, maps and related materials; updates District GIS programs for stormwater, domestic water, and sewer layers, groundwater monitoring, domestic water production and pressure zone boundaries.Provides support to the District’s survey operations; prepares for field work; reviews construction plans; and ensures traffic control is properly set up and established.Perform field electronic data collection; sets up and operates surveying instruments; calculates elevation, slope, stationing, distance and bearings, and geographic location; downloads data and maintains maps, plans, and records. Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cvwd/classspecs for the full job description.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Licenses and Certifications : Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.
Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience performing technical work in land development, construction, surveying, engineering, right-of-way, or a related field.
Education: Associate degree in engineering, construction management, land survey, land use planning, public administration, business administration, or a related field.

Knowledge of:
  • Basic engineering and construction practices, materials, and methods related to water, wastewater and irrigation infrastructure and facilities.
  • Real estate documents used in land and property transactions including those related to ownership, easements, and encumbrances.
  • Principles and practices of real estate appraisal, legal description record searches, title clearance, and document recordation.
  • Methods and techniques of reviewing legal agreements and contracts including leases, licenses, and memorandum of understanding.
  • Civil engineering drafting techniques using computer aided and manual drafting methods.
  • Principles and practices of updating and maintaining a comprehensive geographic information system (GIS).
  • Mathematical principles including algebra and geometry.
  • Basic principles of land surveying.
  • Business letter writing and the standard format for reports and correspondence.
  • Record keeping principles and procedures.
  • District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
  • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
  • Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
  • The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Ability to:
  • Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, plat books, and maps.
  • Calculate elevation, slope, stationing, distance and bearings, and geographic location.
  • Read, review, and interpret complete legal descriptions of property including deeds, plans, and right-of-way documents and maps.
  • Perform computer assisted drafting and manual drafting duties.
  • Prepare detailed and comprehensive technical reports, recommendations, and exhibits.
  • Maintain accurate logs, records, and written reports of work performed.
  • Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
  • Effectively represent the department and the District in meetings with contractors and developers.
  • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
  • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, including CAD and GIS systems, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
  • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.


The Coachella Valley Water District provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package ensuring employees have many options to meet their healthcare, wellness and/or retirement savings goals. Providing employees with flexibility and support for all the different stages of life. Employees may pay some portion of their benefit premium costs based on the provisions of their labor-negotiated Memorandums of Understanding (MOU's) and the level of coverage they select. Additional information regarding CVWD employee benefits is available at https://www.cvwd.org/176/Benefits .

Closing Date/Time: 9/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Base Pay

7,227

Job Address

Palm Desert, California United States View Map