ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 1 - Underfill

Announcement Number: 49616 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 11/15/2024 Recruiter:
KRISTEN BURKE
Phone: (775)888-1491
Email: kburke@dot.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied

** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
The Position

Engineering Technicians perform a broad range of duties involving technical engineering work in support of professional engineers including drafting, engineering calculations, surveying, materials and soils testing, construction inspection, roadway design, right-of-way engineering, planning, permitting and inspection, water rights appropriation and land acquisition in support of civil or related professional engineering work. Work requires the application of technical engineering skills, methods and practices in compiling technical data, drafting, computer aided software, operating specialized equipment and preparing engineering related documents.

Under close supervision of a higher-level technician or engineer, incumbents learn to perform technical engineering tasks at the entry level.

This position is located on the District II Bridge Maintenance Crew 255, Reno/Sparks. Incumbent is responsible for assisting the Supervisor II, Associate Engineer with the coordination of the District Bridge Maintenance Program. This position requires occasional shift adjustments (Night Work, Weekends, Overtime, Holidays). Duties include bridge maintenance and structural inspection; recommending material and repair strategies; coordinating with Federal, State, County and local agencies for bridge repair contracts; preparing time/cost estimates; developing project scopes; and assisting the division in conducting the National Bridge Inventory and Inspection Program; Coordinating and inspecting various construction activity for several district contracts. Including tracking quantities and reviewing and accepting invoices from contractors for completed work; Respond to any auto accidents that cause damage to bridge components and assess damages to determine a repair strategy; Developing project Special Provisions; Coordinating with local law enforcement to assist in managing the displaced human population that occupies the departments Right of Way; Review bridge inspection reports to determine candidates for future repair projects. **INCUMBENT MAY PROGRESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL AFTER MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE, AND WITH APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY.** The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-6_0/

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of experience involving public contact; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Requirements Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, some positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. In addition, federal statute requires random testing for controlled substances during employment. This position requires a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. This position requires applicants be at least 18 years of age upon hire. If selected, proof of being at least 18 years of age will be required. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204

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