Job description

ENGINEERING AIDE/CAD

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

GME-CT Bargaining Unit, Grade Classification 7

Under the general supervision of the City Engineer or other designated staff, performs accurate and responsible electronic plan preparation, office and field engineering or surveying work under direction, requiring the application of civil engineering principles and practice. The Engineering Aide will perform a variety of administrative, technical and analytical supportive tasks, including assisting with GIS data creation, data maintenance, and GPS data collection as required. Assists with other Departmental functions as required. On a regular and continuous basis, exercises administrative judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences and results having an impact on people, costs and/or quality of service. This is a union position. Starting Pay is $22.45 per hour with a competitive benefits package.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent education and training in engineering or related field.
• Experience using AutoCAD, ESRI and GIS applications. Experience using Adobe InDesign and Trimble SketchUp. Experience in using BS&A modules preferred.

Licensing and Other Requirements:

• Maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license.
• Shall be certified by the State of Michigan to monitor soil erosion projects and storm-water projects.

Knowledge of:

• Expertise and knowledge of engineering principles and mathematical ideas.
• Expertise and knowledge of the principles and practices of infrastructure plan review and construction.
• Expertise and knowledge of MDOT project related software programs such as MERL and Field Manager.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures and practices.
• Knowledge and ability to use of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel. Google Suite: Email, Calendar, Hangouts, Meet, BS&A Modules.
• Expertise and knowledge of AutoCAD, ESRI and GIS applications, including Adobe InDesign and Trimble SketchUp.
• Residency requirement: 20-mile radius from nearest City limit.

TO BE CONSIDERED CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND COMPLETED APPLICATION to the City of Traverse City, Human Resources Office, 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, MI 49684 or via email to citypers@traversecitymi.gov. Internal applications are due by May 3, 2023 5:00 PM TBD

Traverse City is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.45 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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