Engineering Technician (Open-Competitive)

Job Description:

Engineering Technician (Open-Competitive)

Description

Description

The current vacancy for a Engineering Technician is a full-time position in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department.

This recruitment process is open on a continuous basis and may close at any time. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review of applications will be completed on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 5 :00 p.m. . Applications received after February 27, 2025 , may not be considered. Applicants appearing best qualified based upon a review of the application and responses to supplemental questions will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Under close supervision, performs technical and para-professional engineering work related to the planning, design and inspection of public works facilities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the entry-level position in the Engineering classification series. Incumbents work under close supervision and are assigned the less complex office and field assignments with special emphasis on their own training and development.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED : Receives direct supervision from the City Engineer or designee.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

• Provides technical and professional engineering support including reviewing construction drawings and related maps reflecting topography, drainage, rights-of-way, structures, utility lines and related information; packaging the approved construction plans and specifications, advertising the projects, placing notices and other information in newspaper and on City website for public hearings;
• Reviews drawings, maps and records for accuracy and conformance to regulations; checks scale, survey data, boundary information, survey monuments and other information; plots information to City base maps; maintains, records and updates all engineering drawings and maps;
• Assists in preparing plans and specifications related to construction and maintenance projects according to City, State and Federal guidelines; assists in preparing project cost estimates, quantity calculations and materials costs; Coordinates and reviews the revision of design drawings and specifications with on-call engineering firms contracted with the City;
• Reviews utility company plans and improvement plans; processes encroachment permit applications and collects related fees; determines conditions for approval; calculates fees; completes necessary paperwork; issues oversize vehicle permits, excavation for street, wastewater, drainage, and utility projects;
• Provides assistance to other departments, City personnel and the public; responds to inquiries and provides information regarding public works projects, department policies and procedures, or other information; completes requests for services;
• Conducts and participates in field surveys, including surveys of property and public works construction; measures distance and establishes relative elevations; prepares related drawings from field notes;
• Assists with Public Works engineering projects, processes Parking Permit Petitions, prepares illustrative materials such as graphs, charts and special maps;
• Regularly and predictably attends work; and
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of:

• Fundamentals of civil engineering, including traffic engineering, water, sewer and storm drain systems;
• Nomenclature, symbols, methods, practices, techniques and instruments used in engineering and mapping;
• Surveying equipment, principles, problems, techniques and practices;
• Mathematics, including algebra, geometry and trigonometry;
• Traffic control systems and devices;
• Principles of legal description preparation; and
• Safe work practices.

Skill in:

• Learning and applying City policies and procedures in the performance of work;
• Learning to review plans and documents for conformance to regulations;
• Learning to collect data and perform engineering computations;
• Preparing accurate records and reports;
• Interpreting and reviewing legal property descriptions, engineering records and maps;
• Understanding and following verbal and written directions;
• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• Appearing for work on time;
• Following directions from a supervisor;
• Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures;
• Accepting constructive criticism; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees and the public vendors, contractors and outside agencies.

Qualifications

A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience : Internship in related field is highly desirable.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, architectural drafting or a closely related field.

Licensing/Certification Requirements: Due to the performance of field duties which requires the operation of a City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.

Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) by the State of California is desirable.

Working Conditions:

Occasional exposure to weather conditions.

Supplemental Information

Disaster Service Worker : In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.

Probationary Period: All employees must successfully complete a 12-month probationary period in order to attain permanent status with the City of El Segundo.

CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CEA)
Benefit Summary - Effective 5/17/2019

PERS Retirement : Tier I-2%@55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members. Tier I and II members single highest year coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. Employee required contribution is 8% of pensionable income. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13 have three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare and payment of 50% of normal cost (6.75%).

Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2023Social Security income cap is $160,200.

Retiree Medical: City offers paid retiree medical insurance at same rate as active employees.

Medical Insurance : $1,600 per month for employee and dependents' medical insurance under PERS.

Educational Incentive : Up to $334.21 for B.A. if job doesn't require it. Must be approved by Department Head. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.

Optical/Dental/Life/AD&D : $135 per month City contribution. Employee & eligible dependents may be covered for optical and dental. $30,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. AD&D insurance policies provided for employees.

Flex Plan : Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

State Disability Insurance : Coverage provided through State Employment Development Department for short-term disability. Costs borne by union employees.

Long-Term Disability: City provides fully-paid LTD insurance. Continuance of 66 2/3% of first $9750 of employee's salary after a 60-day waiting period. Applies to non-job related occurrences.

Work Schedule: 9/80 with alternating Fridays off.

Holidays : 11 fixed paid holidays plus 1 day of personal leave/floating holiday per year.

Vacation Leave : 96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 15 years): 176 hours (16+ years). Leave can be used after 6 months of service. Annual cash conversion option.

Sick Leave : 8 hours per month. 100% payment for accrual over 600 hours and percentage of unused leave paid upon retirement or separation.

Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days [one workweek where travel is 500 miles or more] for qualifying incident.

Tuition Reimbursement : Up to $1,750 per year for tuition and books.

Longevity Pay: Up to $66.84/mo for 5 yrs of service; Up to $133.68 for 10 yrs of service; Up to $200.53/mo for 15 yrs of service. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.

Uniform Allowance : Dollar amount varies for specific classes.

Other : Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee); Mission Sqaure 457 Deferred Compensation Program; Payroll Direct Deposit.

Revised: 12/12; 2/13; 1/14; 2/15; 8/16; 5/17;5/19; 8/22

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$6,230.91 - $7,573.71 Monthly