Job description
City of Tacoma
Engineering Technician I
SALARY
$27.18 - $33.04 Hourly
LOCATION
Tacoma, WA
JOB TYPE
Classified
JOB NUMBER
2010-23
DEPARTMENT
City of Tacoma - CITY WIDE LIST
OPENING DATE
05/08/2023
CLOSING DATE
5/30/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Description
The City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities (TPU) are establishing an eligible list for Engineering Technician I that will be used to fill vacancies that occur over the next year.
Engineering Technician I's perform entry-level field and office work in civil, electrical, mechanical, and/or architectural engineering. In this role you will perform mapping and drafting duties using computer-aided drafting and mapping equipment.
Responsibilities Include:
- Perform computer-aided drafting for civil, electrical and mechanical drawings and GIS for civil/electrical/mechanical drawings
- Record data on sectional maps; update additions and changes of poles, lines, circuits, easements and transformers, water mains, fire hydrants, valves, and water services
- Maintain a running inventory of various types of electrical, water or public works installations; redraw and retrace old maps
- Produce as-built drawings from construction drawings
- Issue various permits for construction purposes; provide public information concerning street, traffic, utility services, water and power, research property information, read and understand legal descriptions
- Perform traffic counts and field survey work; compile field data into reports; perform routine analysis on field survey data
- Perform mathematical computations from field notes; tabulate statistics; perform traffic studies, draw graphs and charts showing trends and comparisons
Qualifications
Graduation from high school (or GED)
AND
- One year of work experience in sub-professional engineering related work, utilizing computer-aided drafting OR
- Completion of an engineering technology vocational program, which includes computer-aided drafting
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENT
- Valid Washington State driver's license at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter
- Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Certificate may be required with maintenance thereafter
Knowledge & Skills
- Practices, procedures and instruments used in engineering drafting work
- Perform drafting and mapping work using computer-aided drafting
- Utilize a variety of standard software programs
- Technical aspects of field of specialty
- Basic research methods
- Perform mathematical computations quickly and accurately
- Learn to interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
- Work from blueprints, shop drawings and sketches
- Identify properties from a legal description
- Maintain records and prepare reports
- Meet schedules and time lines
- Use effective oral and written communications
- Apply basic safety principles and practices
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
This recruitment is being managed by Alissa McLain if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online and are encouraged to attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental questions scored by subject matter experts. Applicants who pass will be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration.
Appointment is subject to passing a background check. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and Local 17. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.
If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400.
Agency
City of Tacoma
Address
Human Resources Department
747 Market Street
Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764
Phone
253-591-5400
Website
http://www.cityoftacoma.org
Engineering Technician I Supplemental Questionnaire
Are you a high school graduate or do you have the equivalent such as a GED?
Yes
No
Do you have one year of work experience in sub-professional engineering related work, utilizing computer-aided drafting or have you completed an engineering technology vocational program, which includes computer-aided drafting?
Yes
No
Please indicate which of the following engineering discipline(s) in which you are proficient.
Civil
Mechanical
Electrical
Architectural
Telecommunications
None
Please indicate in which of the following areas you have experience or training. Check all that apply.
Drafting work using computer-aided drafting and/or GIS
Mapping work using computer-aided drafting and/or GIS
Produce as-built drawings from construction drawings
Work from blueprints
Work from shop drawings
Work from sketches
Identify properties from a legal description
Record data on sectional maps
Field survey work
Perform analysis on field survey data
Read and understand legal descriptions
Perform mathematical computations from field notes
Tabulate statistics
Draw graphs and charts showing trends and comparisons
Provide customer service to the public
Please describe your experience related to this position including specific projects and your role.
Please describe what customer service means to you.
How do you handle multiple competing priorities? What if they had the same end date?
Describe a specific time when you worked with a team to complete a task. What was your role on the team? What was the end result?
What engineering or computer-aided drafting software do you have experience working with? Include the release or version you are running currently.
One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe an experience you have working with diverse groups of people.
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