Engineering Tech III
CITY OF BLAINE
Engineering Tech III
Salary Range: $5,243 - $6,119 per month plus benefits. (2021 wages; 2022 wages will be determined by new CBA)
The Engineering Technician III provides a wide variety of technical support to the public and Public
Works Department, both in the office and the field, such as plan review, document processing (i.e.
developer review), document archival, data collection, and inspection services for both developer and
public projects. They utilize GIS tools to support technical analysis of facilities and property within the
scope of department needs, assists with preparation of a wide variety of engineering designs, while also
assisting the public by providing information regarding engineering practice and policy.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Performs data collection for analysis of traffic control within public right-of-way, such as utilizing traffic counters and a computerized system.
- Provides inspection and construction management support to city construction projects, including site inspection, documentation, technical support/contractor coordination, and other duties as assigned.
- Conducts development review to include plan review for consistency with city standards, processing of Public Facilities Construction Agreements and other associated documentation, coordination with other city departments, as-built plan review, and other related duties as assigned.
- Inspects public facilities/utilities installed as part of private development when required.
- Calculates quantities, prepares cost estimates, review bid specifications and documents.
- Maintains updates to utility mapping, addressing, traffic counts and other facilities utilizing analysis tools such as GIS, AutoCAD, and Excel.
- Assists with design of street improvements, sanitary and storm sewers, water mains and other Public Works projects.
- Assists GIS in the collection and development of data as needed.
- Prepares a variety of reports, legal descriptions and records associated with projects, typically of a difficult or sensitive nature.
- Maintains Public Work’s Department page on the city’s website.
- Provides technical support to developers and contractors performing work on public and private facilities.
- Maintains records archival for development review projects, maps and project drawings.
- Assists in technical support and establishment of office systems, procedures and equipment.
- Responds to citizen questions and complaints by telephone, at the service counter or in writing; advises citizens of requirements, codes and regulations and provides information regarding engineering practice and policy.
First review deadline is December 31, 2021 at 4:30 PM. The position is open until filled.
The City of Blaine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.