What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician position at CITY OF STURGIS?
Position Overview:
Under the supervision of the City Engineer, locates and stakes City-owned utilities for construction projects, organizes, updates, and maintains engineering records, and inspects construction projects.
Essential Functions:
· Regularly locates and stakes all City-owned utilities for construction projects as requested through the “Miss Dig”
program by contractors, other utility companies, and residents.
· Organizes and maintains accurate records of all utilities and other engineering information essential to the City.
· Updates maps and transfers information from old maps, along with updated information, to new maps.
· Inspects City construction projects including water mains, sanitary and storm sewer lines, paving, sidewalks, and other projects to facilitate proper construction and record relevant information.
· Utilizing GIS mapping software to improve and update City utility records.
· Evaluates conditions of existing City infrastructure; sidewalks, streets, etc. to develop construction projects.
· Assists other City departments, other agencies, and the public with engineering related records and mapping information.
· Assists in preparing engineering drawings, performing engineering field surveys, and gathering data to prepare plans for City related projects.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Education:
Possession of an associate’sdegree or equivalent with at least two years of college level coursework in civil engineering technology, surveying, drafting, or related areas. Requires coursework or experience in computer aided drafting.
Experience:
One year of experience involving the construction of water and sewer lines and related construction projects or similar experience.
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person