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Senior Engineering
Technician
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, provides advanced technical and
paraprofessional engineering-related office and field
support to engineering project managers in the planning,
design, construction management and asset data management of
Engineering, Community Development, Public Works and
Utilities projects; and performs related duties as assigned.
Performs complex technical work in the construction,
installation, operation, and maintenance of the City’s
traffic signal system; does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey-level class in the Technician
series, a series of engineering/building support classes.
Incumbents lead and participate in the work of lower-level
technical personnel and perform the more difficult analysis,
drafting, plan checking, activities in support of the permit
issuance and tracking process and other related technical
duties in the assigned unit. Assignments require the
application of knowledge, experience and independent
judgment. Completed work is reviewed in terms of
compatibility with requirements, effectiveness and expected
results. Senior Engineering Technician is distinguished from
Engineering Technician in that incumbents in the former
class may provide lead supervision to other
engineering/building support staff and perform the more
difficult and responsible work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations
of the various types of work that may be performed. The
omission of duties does not exclude them from the position
if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for
this class. Provides day-to-day leadership and works with
assigned staff to ensure a high-performance, customer
service-oriented work environment that support achieving the
Department’s and the City’s mission, strategic plan,
objectives and values. Leads and participates in the work of
personnel engaged in the performance of technical,
paraprofessional civil engineering and administrative work;
plans, schedules, oversees and reviews the work of assigned
staff. Incumbent may be assigned one of four major
functional areas:
1. Senior Engineering Technician (General):
Confers with representatives from consulting engineers,
developers, property owners, contractors, and other City
department and external agencies, on technical matters to
verify data, coordinate various stages of work and/or
explain the City’s procedures and standards. Computes fees
and cost estimates. Prepares plans utilizing computer-aided
drafting and Geographic Information System; prepares
miscellaneous illustrative materials. Reviews and evaluates
studies, designs, reports and records generated by other
departments and outside entities. Conducts field surveys;
prepares legal descriptions and sketches drawings for the
acquisition of easements and rights-of-way. Uses a computer
to generate a variety of special and recurring reports and
models depending on assigned duties. Reviews specifications
and/or drawings prior to the start of construction and makes
recommendation for change or approval; confers with
supervisors, engineers, consultants and contractors
regarding interpretation of documents. Prepares a variety of
technical reports, specifications, graphs, charts and
correspondence; designs, prepares and updates a variety of
forms and charts throughout the department; writes periodic
progress reports on construction ad expansion projects.
Prepares reports and maintains time, material, and
equipment; requisition supplies and materials. Participates
in emergency situations; coordinates emergency and special
assignments with other City departments, divisions, and
outside agencies and organizations. Participates in budget
preparation; prepares cost estimates; submit justifications
for expenditures. Performs related duties, as assigned
2. Senior Engineering Technician (Traffic):
Oversee the installation of new traffic signals and
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) equipment; review
and approve traffic control plans; review signing and
pavement marking plans; inspect the installation of signs
and pavement marking; conduct traffic counts and other
traffic studies; prepare traffic volume reports and provide
assistance with annual traffic flow map. Assist in
coordination of and field work for traffic calming measures,
assist in various traffic safety education programs and
projects. Perform record keeping of maintenance and
construction reports of traffic signals. Performs related
duties, as assigned
3. Senior Engineering Technician (Building/Engineering
Permitting Review):
Computes fees and cost estimates. Reviews and evaluates
plans, studies, designs, reports for compliance with
applicable codes and standards Sets appropriate work load
priorities for counter staff is assigned area. Prepares
clear, accurate and concise correspondence and other written
materials to construction industry professionals and owners
relating to required plan check corrections Interprets and
applies state and local codes and regulations Interprets
construction plans for inspectors. Assists and makes
recommendations for updating codes, standards, regulations,
and plan check procedures.
Advise construction industry professionals on plan review
processes, timelines, impact and applicable fees and
submittal requirements. Act as a liaison between customers
of assigned area and the plan reviewers across departments.
Provide technical assistance to the general public and
construction industry professionals throughout the
construction process
Participates in budget preparation; prepares cost estimates;
submit justifications for expenditures. Conducts advanced
administrative analysis related to the activities or
operation of permits issued by the assigned
Department/Division in accordance with general guidance
provided related to expected results; uses appropriate
analytical techniques and data-gathering processes to obtain
required information
Assist in evaluating appropriateness of all plan review,
buy-in fee and repayment zone fees and permit fees for
applications submitted; Performs plan review of small to
medium size projects for compliance with applicable City
codes and standards; Assists the general public,
contractors, developers, engineers, and City personnel with
the interpretation of City development codes and standards.
Interpret, understand and apply State and local codes and
ordinances, regulations as applicable to the assigned area
of responsibility
Prepares and analyzes monthly, annual and fiscal statistical
reports and recommends improvements to the plan review
process. Performs related duties, as assigned
4. Senior Engineering Technician (Utilities):
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed in the
General functional area of the position, the candidate for
the Utilities functional area will be responsible for
coordinating asset date for the Utilities Department.
Demonstrate knowledge of geographic Information systems
(GIS) and Computerized Maintenance Management system (CMMS)
integration (currently ESRI and Hansen Technologies)
specific to the Utilities Department maintenance roles for
water, wastewater and reuse systems. Have the ability to
work in the field gathering Utilities asset information
using global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) survey
equipment, under the guidance of an engineer. This position
will work closely with the existing Utility GIS staff to
provide consistent and reliable maintenance of Utility asset
data.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Senior Engineering Technician (General and Utilities):
Technical procedures and standards involved in design ,
construction, and specification development of assigned
area; City operating policies and procedures applicable to
plan check ; drafting techniques, terminology and equipment,
including computer-aided drafting; nomenclature, symbols and
techniques of mapping and surveying; engineering
mathematics, including trigonometry; applicable ordinances
and laws; lay out, review and supervising the work of
others. Participate in work involving a variety of technical
engineering applications; precisely follow written and oral
instructions; perform detailed work thoroughly, neatly and
accurately; organize and maintain accurate files and
records; coordinate work assignments with other divisions,
departments or agencies; establish and maintain effective
working relationships with staff, consulting engineers,
developers, property owners and others encountered during
the course of work.
2. Senior Engineering Technician (Traffic):
Technical procedures and standards involved in design and
construction engineering and specification development; City
operating policies and procedures applicable to checking
plans for approval; Methods, materials, tools, equipment,
procedures, practices, and theory used in the construction,
operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical,
electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical devices.
Component parts of computer-oriented digital electronic and
electro-mechanical devices used in traffic controls work.
Network Land Area Network (LAN), Fiber Optic, and Wireless
communication equipment. Use and operate hand tools,
mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment required
for work in a safe and efficient manner. State laws related
to signal installations and operations. National Electrical
Code. Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
Procedures and standards of traffic signal and sign
warrants. Underground wiring and blue print reading.
Participate in work involving a variety of technical
engineering applications; precisely follow written and oral
instructions; perform detailed work thoroughly, neatly and
accurately; organize and maintain accurate files and
records; coordinate work assignments with other divisions,
departments or agencies; establish and maintain effective
working relationships with staff, consulting engineers,
developers, property owners and others encountered during
the course of work. Perform journey-level electrical and
electronic maintenance and repair work. Evaluate
malfunctions and determine corrective action. Use testing
and diagnostic equipment to identify defects in electrical,
electronic, digital electro-mechanical equipment. Interpret
and work from plans, schematics, and blueprints. Use and
care for tools, equipment, and testing devices used in
maintaining and repairing electrical and electronic devices.
Use personal computers for functions related to traffic
signal operations and coordination. Establish and maintain
effective working relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
3. Senior Engineering Technician (Building/Engineering
Permitting Review):
High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of two
years major college course work in architecture,
construction management, or engineering; and two years of
increasingly responsible experience as an inspector, permit
specialist or construction plan checker; or an equivalent
combination of training and experience. A valid Arizona
driver’s license and Combination Dwelling Inspector license
or a NICET Level I certification are preferred at time of
hire.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Five years of sub-professional engineering, building trade,
drafting, and/or field survey experience as applicable for
area of hire; or an equivalent combination of training and
experience. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an
appropriate, valid Arizona driver’s license within one month
of hire.
Incumbent with the Traffic Engineering Division are required
to have their five years experience in the installation,
maintenance, and repair of electric, electronic, and digital
signal control devices. Possession of, or ability to obtain,
an International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level
II Traffic Signal Certification within one year of hire and
an appropriate, valid Arizona Driver’s License within one
month of hire.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
An Associate of Arts degree with major course work in civil
engineering, building trade, or closely related field is
desirable.
Engineering Incumbents (General and Sr. Engineering Permit
Specialist) are desired to have knowledge of the theory,
principles and practices of civil engineering design and
construction; principles of physics and mathematics
applicable to civil engineering; principles and techniques.
Uses of construction materials; legal guidelines for public
works engineering; public relations; micro-computer
applications pertaining to the work, including word
processing, and spreadsheet analysis.
Utility Incumbents are desired to have knowledge of Autodesk
AutoCAD Map Products and Environmental System Research
Institute (ESRI) ArcGIS Desktop suite. Possess effective
verbal and written communications and organizational skills
including the ability to prioritize and be detailed
oriented. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of global
navigation satellite systems (GNSS) with respect to
operation (collection), project management, and integration
to an existing geographic information database.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by employees to
successfully perform the essential functions of this class.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees must use proper safety precautions, anticipate
unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent
accidents. Responsibility for the safety of self, others,
materials, and equipment is a responsibility of all
employees. Use of all required safety equipment is required.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are
regularly required to walk, stand and sit; talk and hear,
both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger,
handle, feel or operate standard ffice equipment; and reach
with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, color vision and the ability
to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are
regularly required to use written and oral communication
skills; read and interpret information and documents;
analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret
situations; perform highly detailed work on multiple,
concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and
interact with officials and the public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee may work under typical office conditions where
the noise level is quiet and/or occasionally. Employees may
occasionally be required to work in outside conditions,
exposed to hot or wet conditions, where the noise level may
be loud. Employees may occasionally work near moving
equipment and be exposed to heavy traffic.
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
Revised: 01/08
City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer
DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY
APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT.
Employment Hotline (Voice Only):
623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100
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