Engineering Technician III - Electrical Engineering

City of Richland•Cocoa, FL

1d•$36 - $50

About The Position

The City of Richland is looking for a well-qualified Engineering Technician III (Electrical Engineering) professional to join our team! Performs intermediate technical work in the fields of utility design engineering, utility locating, or construction inspection, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the division/department manager (supervisor). CORE VALUES All employees are expected to model and foster the City of Richland's core values in the performance of their duties and their interactions while representing the City. The values of Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence promote and maintain a high level of morale and productivity and are the tie that binds all City employees together, across all functions.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Obtain Flagger Certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain for duration in position.
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, CADD or related field and five (5) years' experience in electrical engineering, engineering technology, construction inspection, or electric utility projects, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of: Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, codes, and regulations related to assigned activities.
High-level mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry.
Physics, statistics, and dynamics.
Construction materials and testing procedures.
Modern equipment used in drafting, inspection, utilities, and general engineering fields.
Principles, practices, terminology, and equipment used in civil engineering, including computer drafting and programming.
Project management tools and process that make projects successful.
Utility design criteria.
Computer Aided Design Drafting (CADD), Geographical Information System (GIS) and Microsoft Office Suite software.
Safety regulations while performing essential functions of the position in and around construction sites and within public right-of-ways.
Hazards associated with electric, water, wastewater, and/or stormwater operations.
Modern office practices, methods, procedures, and equipment.
Record-keeping principles, procedures, and techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Public speaking techniques.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Technical aspects in field of specialty.
Skills and Abilities to: Create complex or difficult drawings based on records or data.
Create and develop files using established filing system.
Understand and execute moderately complex oral and written instructions.
Interpret and apply engineering codes, statutes, and standards to the planning, review, design, and construction of engineering projects.
Use modern locating and/or material testing equipment.
Analyze technical information and to develop logical solutions or alternatives to problems.
Possess the resources to independently respond to problems and questions regarding a limited area of expertise, and frequently lend assistance to employees performing similar or related duties.
Make field measurements and complete calculations using computers or calculators.
Provide effective customer service.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices and health and safety regulations.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; comprehend and use English effectively including producing all forms of communications in a clear, concise, and understandable manner to intended audiences.
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; work independently with little or no direction, organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Operate modern office equipment including personal computer equipment using standard or customized software application programs appropriate to assigned tasks.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

Previous power utility experience
GIS Experience
Current Staking Certification

Responsibilities

Interacts with the public, contractors, developers, utility representatives, and other individuals and groups, and provides courteous, prompt, and accurate information; provides technical information and explains policies and procedures to the public, other staff or groups in person, on the telephone, or in writing.
Inputs engineering calculations and information into calculators and computer systems utilizing coordinate geometry and computer aided drafting programs to produce final drawings and calculations; writes technical reports or letters to support engineering tasks or job functions; records information for future use in an engineering function or job.
Performs difficult engineering calculations, drafting, and mapmaking to support a major engineering task or job function; prepares record drawings for approval by engineers; develops and maintains project files and other records.
Designs the installation, alterations, and removals of low voltage utility systems using established standards and guidelines; designs road and/or utility projects under the supervision of an Engineer.
Conducts on-site inspections or performs the inspection of materials and projects for contract compliance; prepares inspection reports for routine projects.
Performs routine utility locates of utility infrastructure.
Prepares cost reports for materials, construction, and maintenance for projects; prepares project progress reports and cost estimates; interprets plans and specifications to ensure compliance with project documents as inspector-in-charge of routine engineering projects.

Benefits

Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
City-paid dental and vision plans
City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 Paid Holidays
4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options
Senior Management Level = additional 4% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
Management Level = additional 3% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
Supervisors or Exempt Level = additional 1% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Annual Performance Assessment System
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates.