Calling all experienced engineering technicians ready to grow their career! The City of Salem is recruiting an Engineering Technician III. Come work with a dynamic organization while enjoying job security and great benefits for you and your family!
What you will do: 
Working under the supervision and guidance of a licensed professional engineer or surveyor, this position supports survey, design, and inspection functions for the City’ storm drainage, water, sewer, and transportation utility.
 
As part of a design team, this position generally utilizes AutoCAD to prepare plans and drawings, develops draft specifications, draft cost estimates, and similar project development functions.
 
As part of a survey crew, this position generally performs technical survey work in the field including use of survey equipment, recording of field notes and field staking. In the office, work involves property records and legal description research, field data processing, preparation of final survey documents, and similar survey functions.
 
As part of a project inspection team, this position supports a project inspector with the daily activities necessary to ensure compliance with the project plans and specifications.

Additional information on job responsibilities:
In response to public or other department inquiries, this position investigates circumstances and resolves technical matters in accordance with established and appropriate criteria or records. Confers with persons requesting service; communicate technical information concerning the application of engineering policies and procedures of interest to community groups, citizens, or city employees.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
• Competitive pay.
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• Position schedule is Monday through Friday.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline:
Posting Closing Date: April 22, 2024.
Review of Applications: Complete by April 26, 2024.
Interviews: May 6, 2024 - May 10, 2024
Planned Start Date: June 2024
This timeline is tentative and could be subject to change as needed.

What are the minimum qualifications? 

• Must pass the pre-employment background check.
• Must have an Oregon Driver license and meet the City of Salem's driving standards.
• Associate degree from an accredited college with major course work in engineering or mathematics, and three years' experience in engineering and drafting, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions. 

What you will bring along: 
Considerable knowledge of :

• Elementary principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Methods employed in land surveying and the use of appropriate survey instruments. 
• Construction and inspection methods and materials testing techniques. 

Knowledge of:

• Principles of engineering designing procedures. 
• Drafting methods and instruments. 
• Engineering maps and records.

Ability to:

• Perform precise survey and drafting tasks, to make complex calculations, to reduce field notes, and to prepare drawings and reports for public works and utilities projects.
• Maintain effective working relations with other employees, contractors, and members of the public.
• Independently plan and prioritize work for completion. 
• Effectively provide technical assistance and work direction to subordinate personnel.
• Use modern office equipment including personal computers.
• Meet the City's driving standards including maintaining a valid Oregon Class C driver’s license.
• Maintain required work hours and attendance.

About us:  
The City of Salem is the state capital of Oregon and is located in the heart of the Willamette Valley between the beautiful Pacific Ocean and Cascade Mountain range. Salem is within a one-hour drive of the Oregon Coast, Cascade Mountains, Wine Country, and Portland Metropolitan area. The area offers wonderful opportunities for year-round activities including countless outdoor recreation activities, collegiate and professional sporting events, arts, culture, and multiple universities offering prestigious educational programs. The City operates under a Council/Manager form of government and offers a welcoming, progressive, and balanced work environment. In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, the City offers an excellent benefit package including health insurance, employee assistance program, free employee health clinic (Health Hub), and retirement contributions through the State Employee Retirement System. We value work/life balance and offer flexible work schedules and remote work opportunities.
 
The Engineering Division is responsible for delivering the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan and is currently working on a wide variety of capital improvement projects including: water treatment and distribution facilities, wastewater collection and treatment facilities, pump stations, reservoirs, drainage facilities, parks, airport facilities, streets, bridges, traffic signals, and urban development projects. The recent Community Improvement Bond includes capital improvement projects for streets, bridges, parks, building renovations, and new building construction, adding $300 million to the current $280 million Capital Improvement Plan and providing at least 10 years of funded infrastructure to be delivered by our team.
 
The Public Works Department values employees and their professional development. If you are someone that takes pride in collaborating on innovative ideas, proactively responding to community needs, and being a good environmental and financial steward, we look forward to meeting you! The Public Works Department promotes a healthy work life balance, while maintaining the utmost dedication to the health, safety, and welfare of our community, including our team!
Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Engineering Technician III or view by clicking here.How can I apply?
The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community. To apply, click on the green “Apply” button to complete your application. Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to include how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification in your application. Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications.You may subscribe for automatic notification of job openings at the City through the Job Interest Cards – sign up today!For more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit our website at www.cityofsalem.net/jobs.