What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician I - II position at Frederick County Government, Maryland?
JOB INFORMATION
Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full-benefits
This position is responsible for a broad range of duties related to technical review of documents associated with planning/designing and constructing water, sewer, and solid waste facilities for the Department of Engineering & Planning. Use of County plan review software in this position is required to manage and document review comments and status of commercial and subdivision projects; coordinate issuance of building permits in concert with water & sewer construction progress; and coordinate with other County staff and departments as required. Direction and Supervision is received from the Engineering Supervisor and/or Department Head.
This entry level position will provide new employees the opportunity to learn and grow with Frederick County Government. As additional experience is gained, employees can expect to progress through the multiple Technician levels FCG offers. Frederick County Government also encourages its employees to take advantage of our generous education reimbursement program. Gaining direct experience with FCG and earning an education related to this field of employment, supports the successful employee for advancement to the County’s Engineer series.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
Total Compensation Package
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities
Qualifications And Requirements
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I ($27.50 - $44.01 per hour)
Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov
Retirement Plan
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.
Health Insurance
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.
Dental Insurance
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment
NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.
Life Insurance
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.
Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.
Educational Reimbursement Program
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.
Employee Assistance Program
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.
Leave
Annual Leave – Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 – 2 years 11 days
2 – 10 years 17 days
10 years 24 days
Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.
Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.
NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.
Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.
Holidays
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov.
All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, your application may not be considered further.
Do you have possession of a valid automobile operator's license?
Which best describes your level of education?
If you have earned a degree, was it obtained in Engineering or a related field?
How many years of work experience in technical review of construction documents associated with civil/site development do you have?
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
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Do you have water and sewer design or construction experience?
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.
NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference credit.
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Do you have AutoCAD experience specific to water and sewer design and/or construction?
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.
NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference credit.
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Do you have experience working with ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS), Hansen (Infor) and Microsoft 365 (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) software?
What software do you have experience using? Please include those details in the text box below.
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Have you completed any additional related education or training?
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please detail the additional education and/or training you have received in the text box below. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related education or training experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference credit.
Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full-benefits
This position is responsible for a broad range of duties related to technical review of documents associated with planning/designing and constructing water, sewer, and solid waste facilities for the Department of Engineering & Planning. Use of County plan review software in this position is required to manage and document review comments and status of commercial and subdivision projects; coordinate issuance of building permits in concert with water & sewer construction progress; and coordinate with other County staff and departments as required. Direction and Supervision is received from the Engineering Supervisor and/or Department Head.
This entry level position will provide new employees the opportunity to learn and grow with Frederick County Government. As additional experience is gained, employees can expect to progress through the multiple Technician levels FCG offers. Frederick County Government also encourages its employees to take advantage of our generous education reimbursement program. Gaining direct experience with FCG and earning an education related to this field of employment, supports the successful employee for advancement to the County’s Engineer series.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
Total Compensation Package
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
- 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
- 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
- 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
- County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities
- Review of preliminary plans of commercial sites and subdivisions for water and sewer service availability and adequacy
- Review water and sewer construction plans for conformance with various County and Division standards and requirements
- Review easements for record plats of subdivisions and offsite construction of water and sewer infrastructure
- Assist with selection and sizing of water meters
- Assist or coordinate the permitting process through the MD Department of the Environment, MD State Highway Administration, CSX railroad, other utilities, etc.
- Make on-site visits of existing and proposed water/wastewater construction sites as needed
- Review and coordinate construction contract packages for completeness of plans, easements, lot numbering, etc.
- Assign and manage new water and sewer project (contract) numbers; post to masters list
- Coordinate with in-house construction inspection staff to resolve questions that arise during construction
- Respond to questions from developers, contractors, consulting engineers, surveyors, etc. on the status of projects
- Coordinate establishment of new construction operational acceptance with billing and other appropriate agencies
- Assist with management of small developer funded projects
- Work with other County staff and departments to coordinate various information
- Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications And Requirements
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I ($27.50 - $44.01 per hour)
- High school graduation or the equivalent
- Minimum 2 years work experience in technical review of construction documents associated with civil/site development
- Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
- NOTE: A combination of related education and/or work experience may be considered towards the overall requirements of this position
- High school graduation or the equivalent
- Minimum 4 years work experience in technical review of construction documents associated with civil/site development
- Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
- NOTE: A combination of related education and/or work experience may be considered towards the overall requirements of this position
- Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
- Strong computer skills and considerable knowledge in the use of spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software, geographic information systems (GIS)
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractors, developers, engineers, surveyors, and the general public.
- Knowledge of land surveying principles and practices
- Knowledge of Geographical Positions Systems (GPS)
- Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills
- General drafting or computer aided drawing (CAD) techniques and skills for site/civil type projects as well as clear and accurate record keeping
- Ability to read and interpret civil, mechanical and electrical engineering drawings, shop fabrication drawings, equipment submittals and other related technical literature
- Ability to use large document scanners, plotters and other peripheral devices
- Related education or training
- Water and sewer design and/or construction experience
- AutoCAD experience specific to water and sewer design and planning
- Experience with ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS), Hansen (Infor) and Microsoft 365 (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
- While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently sit, perform repetitive motions and reach; occasionally walk, lift up to 20 pounds, and drive
- While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work indoors; occasionally work outdoors, walk on uneven ground, in dirty/dusty environments
- Physical requirements include the ability to travel over varied terrain in order to access and view facility sites, and to use manual tools to remove/replace manhole lids and drive stakes
- Ability to provide own transportation as needed for site visits, meetings, etc.
- Available for other working hours as needed
- In concert with the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002, verification of employment eligibility and a criminal background check may be conducted
- An evaluation of training and experience
- One or more interviews
Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov
Retirement Plan
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.
Health Insurance
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.
Dental Insurance
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment
NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.
Life Insurance
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.
Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.
Educational Reimbursement Program
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.
Employee Assistance Program
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.
Leave
Annual Leave – Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 – 2 years 11 days
2 – 10 years 17 days
10 years 24 days
Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.
Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.
NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.
Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.
Holidays
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov.
All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, your application may not be considered further.
- I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
Do you have possession of a valid automobile operator's license?
- Yes
- No
Which best describes your level of education?
- Less than high school diploma or the equivalency
- High school diploma or the equivalency received
- Associate's degree received
- Bachelor's degree or higher received
If you have earned a degree, was it obtained in Engineering or a related field?
- Yes
- No
How many years of work experience in technical review of construction documents associated with civil/site development do you have?
- Less than 2 years of work experience
- 2 years of work experience
- 3 years of work experience
- 4 or more years of work experience
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
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Do you have water and sewer design or construction experience?
- Yes
- No
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.
NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference credit.
09
Do you have AutoCAD experience specific to water and sewer design and/or construction?
- Yes
- No
Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.
NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference credit.
11
Do you have experience working with ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS), Hansen (Infor) and Microsoft 365 (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) software?
- Yes
- No
What software do you have experience using? Please include those details in the text box below.
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Have you completed any additional related education or training?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please detail the additional education and/or training you have received in the text box below. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related education or training experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference credit.
- Required Question
Salary : $2,700