Engineering Technician II

Normal Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm. Additional hours, including weekends and holidays may be required.

POSITION SUMMARY:
A skilled technical position responsible for providing specialized assistance related to engineering design and inspection services in the civil site development of new and rehabilitated infrastructure including but not limited to roadways, storm water facilities, sidewalks, etc.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the City Engineering Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity.
•    Inspect construction for conformance with plans, permits and specifications.
•    Makes and records field measurements including horizontal locations and vertical elevations.
•    Makes field calculations and determines plan of field procedures.
•    Investigate and report citizen's requests and/or complaints.    
•    Calculate quantities and cost estimates for various projects.
•    Interpret City codes and specifications.
•    Inspect DRC projects and assist contractors.
•    Conduct traffic studies as directed by the City Engineering Manager.
•    Performs such other duties as may be directed by the City Engineering Manager
•    Meet with Contractors.    
•    Assist in updating drainage and other maps.
•    Utilize a PC, tablet, mobile phone or other electronic device to gather, process, review, modify, and submit information.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and, certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. In lieu of certain requirements listed below, Employee may accrue or acquire certain specified time in service, specialized skills, and/or certifications, thereby qualifying for this position through the City’s career progression policy.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
•    Knowledge of basic engineering principles.
•    Knowledge of civil engineering terminology and techniques.
•    Knowledge of various phases of the plans review and inspections processes.
•    Knowledge of basic surveying techniques.
•    Skill in the use of basic surveying tools and equipment.
•    Able to communicate orally with other employees, plan holders, and the public by telephone and in a one-to-one, face-to-face setting.
•    Able to perform simple engineering computations, including basic algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, rapidly and accurately.
•    Able to read and comprehend simple specifications, plans, and shop drawings.
•    Able to interpret and make decisions in conformance with established policies and practices.
•    Able to enter and retrieve data and information into a terminal, PC, or other keyboard device.
•    Able to measure distance and elevation using calibrated instruments.
•    Able to read and follow legal descriptions such as metes and bounds.
•    Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions in the English language.
•    Able to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
•    Able to learn job related material primarily through oral instruction and observation. This learning takes place mainly in an on-the-job training setting.
•    Able to work cooperatively with other employees, the general public, and related organizations.
•    Able to produce written documents using proper English, sentence structure, grammar, and punctuation.
•    Skill in technology and computer including Adobe pdf, and Microsoft Office.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
•    High School Diploma or G.E.D.
•    Two years of experience in surveying/engineering related field. 
•    Any combination of education and experience which provides the requisite mental and communication skills.
•    Must have a valid Florida Driver's License.
.     Must have Florida DEP Stormwater Management Inspector Certification.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    This job has no supervisory responsibilities in the department, but has some responsibility over the contractor during the inspection of projects


Essential Physical Abilities:
Code:    Constant = 2/3 or more of the time
              Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
              Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time
              N/A = Not applicable

Physical Skills	Constant	Frequent	Occasional	N/A
Heavy lifting (45 lbs.. and over)			X
Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.)			X
Light lifting (under 15 lbs.)			X
Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over)				X
Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.)			X
Light carrying (under 15 lbs.)		X
Reaching above shoulder		X
Use of fingers	X
Both hands required	X
Climbing (use of legs and arms)			X
Climbing (legs only)			X
Good near vision	X
Good distant vision	X
Both eyes required	X
Depth perception	X
Distinguishing basic colors	X
Distinguishing shades of colors	X
Good hearing (with or without hearing aid)	X
Straight pulling			X
Pulling hand over hand			X
Pushing		X
Walking		X
Standing				X
Crawling			X
Kneeling			X
Bending			X
Balancing			X
Stooping			X
Jumping			X
Running			X
Throwing			X
Driving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.)			X
Driving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.)		X

 
Environmental Conditions:
Code:    Constant = 2/3 or more of the time
Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time
N/A = Not applicable

Environment	Constant	Frequent	Occasional	N/A
Work Inside			X
Work Outside		X
In the Heat		X
In the Cold			X
In High Humidity			X
In Dampness or Chilliness			X
In Dry Conditions			X
In or with Noisy Conditions			X
In Darkness			X
In or with Dusty Conditions			X
With Silica, Asbestos, etc.				X
With Fumes or Gases			X
With Smoke or Flames				X
With Chemicals			X
With Solvents			X
With Grease or Oils			X
With Radiant Energy			X
With Electrical Energy			X
On Slippery Surfaces			X
On Uneven Surfaces			X
In or With Moving Objects			X
In or With Ladders/Scaffolding			X
At Heights above Ground Level			X
Below Ground Level			X
In Water			X
With Explosives			X
With Poor Ventilation			X
With Odors			X
With Unusual Fatigue Factors			X

Disclaimers:  
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Individuals who cannot perform some of the requirements because they pose health or safety risks to themselves or other employees may be excluded from this position. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by this supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
 
EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATEMENT:
Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event.  All employees may be subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.

The City of Punta Gorda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will not knowingly permit discrimination in hiring, promotion, or other conditions of employment with regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, legally recognized disability, genetics, or marital status unless one or more of the above constitute a bona fide occupational qualification within the meaning of the law.  No job applicant or present employee will be illegally discriminated against or given preference because of any of the above characteristics, unless otherwise required by law.

Disclaimer:  The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Certain Service Members and Veterans, and the spouses and family members of such Service Members and Veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain Service Members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.   

Salary : $49,608 - $79,373