Engineering Technician 2

Acts as a primary contact at the Community & Economic Development counter, providing information and assistance for public inquiries related to the Building, Planning, and Engineering Divisions. Performs work as an experienced technician in the fields of civil engineering, surveying, drafting, design. Inspects private development and City improvement projects. Maintains and updates City Geographic Information System (GIS) and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) data programs. Provides information and assistance to the Maintenance Division. Conducts field work to investigate/resolve complaints and inspect work of others.

Essential Duties

Provides front counter service to the public. Responds to general and technical inquiries received from the general public regarding services, requirements, specifications, fees, etc. related to local zoning and building regulations and public utilities. Answers phones, looks up properties, hands out applications and forms with explanations and requirements as needed, processes inspection requests, etc. Provides location and connection information related to City-owned streets and utilities and provide standard construction information. Determines and collects applicable fees and distributes permits. Determines specific needs and arranges for appropriate staff members to assist. Investigates and resolves complaints received from the general public, ensuring proper follow-up with complainant. Assists in the review of private development plans for compliance with codes, regulations, and standards and adequacy of applications for permits and compliance with approved plans. Issues right-of-way permits for private developments, franchise utilities, etc. Performs field duties as an inspector on right-of-way permits and City improvement projects to assure satisfactory workmanship and adherence to engineering drawings and specifications. Maintains and updates City maps using existing GIS and CAD data files. Inputs new or changed information as record documents are submitted to the City. Takes measurements of infrastructure construction using GPS equipment and physical field measurements. Creates a variety of maps for customers and City projects. Maintains and performs advanced GIS analysis operations on City software capital programs. Assists in the evaluation of transportation and utility impacts of development proposals, permits, rezones, plats, etc. Prepares traffic, utility, and other reports. Maintains department contractor files and records in an easily retrievable manner, including computer records. Reviews pre-qualification applications for licensing, insurance and other requirements. Monitors expiration dates and contacts contractors to obtain current information as necessary. Maintains utility and right-of-way records and performs technician-level tasks related to utility and right-of-way administration. Collects field information such as traffic counts, speeds, water flow, infrastructure asset locations, as-built, etc., for use by others within the department. Field checks dimensions of lots and street sections to verify correctness. Researches, reviews and drafts legal descriptions and easement documents. Researches and interprets surveys. Performs a variety of office-related functions, including correspondence, preparing presentation materials, brochures, reducing field notes, printing and scanning materials, answering phones, and responding to inquiries from contractors, developers, property owners, staff, and the general public. Provides assistance to other department personnel as workload and staffing levels dictate. Maintains proficiency by attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility. Represents the City of Sweet Home by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor. Regards everyone, internal and external, as a customer and delivers the best service possible in a respectful and patient manner. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner. Maintains regular job attendance and adherence to working hours. Operates a motor vehicle safely and legally. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent plus broad specialized training equal to two years of college in engineering technology or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties. Knowledge of civil engineering technology, construction specifications and procedures. Knowledge of GIS, CAD, spreadsheet and word processing software. Desired Qualifications Associate degree in civil engineering technology; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training. Previous experience in construction or municipal engineering environment and knowledge of surveying techniques. Previous experience using GIS and CAD software. Knowledge of, or previous experience with, Oregon planning and building inspection laws and procedures.
Oregon Drivers License with good driving record is required for use of City vehicle.