Engineering Technician IV
Engineering Technician IV
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Job Description
Summary
This position is open until filled with a first review date scheduled for MondayApril 14th.
Priority will be given to candidates who submit their application
on or before Sunday April 13th at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.Bring your technical expertise to a role where no two days are the same. The City of Medford is seeking an experienced detailoriented Engineering Technician IV to support major infrastructure projects that directly impact our communityfrom roadway and utility design to project inspection and contract coordination.In this role youll work alongside talented professionals using your knowledge in civil engineering project management and plan review to deliver highquality public works improvements. Whether youre in the field or behind the plans youll play a critical part in keeping Medford moving forward.
Ready to take the next step in your careerJoin a team that values innovation collaboration and service.
Required Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- Six 6 years of progressively responsible engineering technical experience.
- Bachelors degree in engineering surveying construction management computer science or specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for four 4 years of experience; or
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as those listed above.
Available Schedule:- 8 hours daily Monday Friday
Compensation & Information on Benefits
This position is part of the AFSCMEemployee group.
Learn more about our benefits HERE.
**Scheduled salary increases and a potential 2.5 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) are anticipated effective July 1 2025**
This position may be eligible for the following additional pay up to a maximum of 10:- 5 for a Masters Degree
- 5 for a FE or FS Certificate Professional Engineer or LS
- 5 for bilingual in Spanish
Healthcare Benefits:- Medical vision and dental benefits for employee and family paid at 100 by the City with the opportunity to buyup to a lower deductible plan
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance policy value of $50000 paid by the City
- Longterm disability insurance provided by the City
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRAVEBA) contributions provided by the City
Retirement Benefits:- Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
- PERS is 100 fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employees 6 contributions
- Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employees retirement planning
Additional Benefits:- Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- The Citys Wellness Program promotes physical social emotional intellectual financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
- Access to the Citysfully equipped fitness center24/7
Examples of Job Duties
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Develops designs and/or oversees the completion of engineering drawings and plans for the alteration improvement or reconstruction of sewer systems storm drain systems wastewater treatment plant improvements structures streets traffic signals lighting pedestrian facilities and other public infrastructure.
- Packages writes and reviews special provisions and specifications for public contracts.
- Develops project concepts; performing necessary computations; cost/benefit analysis; recommending design criteria; assisting in plan review processes.
- Computes material quantities and cost estimates.
- Solicits bids and prepares bidding documents for public contract advertising.
- Performs project management duties including preparing contracts change orders and cost and pay estimates. Serves as liaison between City and contractor checking progress of work etc.
- Performs field inspections and onsite visits to check plan/scope accuracy proper construction and resolving discrepancies.
- Ensures compliance with contractual stipulations and all applicable codes and statutes.
- Prepares correspondence for internal staff public external stakeholders technical reports City documents proposals reports and graphics.
- Prepares and manages engineering consultant contracts.
- Verifies contractor qualifications and monitors work progress.
- Reviews plans and specifications for private developmentinitiated projects.
- Communicates by phone letter electronically and in person with other City staff public agencies property owners developers engineering consultants contractors and the public. Provides information on public improvement projects and City codes policies and procedures; performs intake of complaints and may respond or route appropriately.
- Communicates and works with coworkers public engineering consultants contractors city partners and other project stakeholders.
- Coordinates attends and/or conducts various project development and delivery meetings and may include preparation of meeting agendas and minutes.
- Produces processes files and maintains a variety of records maps plans permits property descriptions and other technicalrelated information.
- Prepares a variety of reports related to activities in assigned area of responsibility.
Specialized duties for those positions assigned to Design Services may be responsible for:- Uses AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent software to develop and design the completion of engineering drawings and plans for the alteration improvement or reconstruction of utilities structures streets pedestrian and other facilities.
- Negotiates property acquisitions and verifies and researches related documentation.
- Collects preconstruction site information; researches existing city/county records to estimate property lines and rightofway locations.
- Coordinates with Utility providers for the status and location and potential required relocation for utilities and to coordinate work activities for capital improvement projects.
Specialized duties for those positions assigned to Operations may be responsible for:- Oversees the application and maintenance of pavement management software including street segment inventory pavement maintenance plans budgets and models.
- Provides direct assistance to the Public Works Operations Supervisor on the development of budgets and scope of works for capital improvement budgets.
Specialized duties for those positions assigned to Storm Drain and Sanitary Sewer may be responsible for:- Reviews storm drain and sanitary sewer construction plans and building permits for private development.
- Completes drainage and grading plans and completes impervious area calculations.
- Performing and reviewing hydrology and hydraulic calculations for sanitary sewer systems and for storm drain conveyance detention and water quality facilities.
Specialized duties for those positions assigned to the Water Reclamation Division (WRD) may be responsible for:- Manages and oversees the delivery of all assigned Capital Improvement Projects at WRD. This includes all project development delivery contracting and inspection duties listed in the Essential Functions.
- Coordinates with all WRD staff to ensure CIP activities do not adversely impact environmental compliance requirements.
- Assists consultants in performing constructability reviews of pending projects.
- Evaluating and implementing safety related projects recommended by the WRD Safety Committee.
- Assists WRD Manager in developing capital improvement plans scope and budgets to include in city biennial budgets.
- Maintaining the RWRF asbuilt plans construction archive and record room.
Other Functions of the Position:- Assists the public with a variety of inquiries and requests for information related to public works services; pursues and resolves citizen complaints in area of expertise.
- Assists in preparing City Council agenda commentaries; attends meetings and represents the Public Works Department.
- Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
- Handles job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
- Foster an environment that embraces diversity integrity trust and respect.
- Is an integral team player which involves flexibility cooperation and communication.
- Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
- Demonstrates regular reliable and punctual attendance.
Competencies:
High Standards Effective performers establish and model standards that guarantee exceptional quality and necessary attention to detail. They continually seek to improve processes and products and hold staff accountable for quality. They find best practices share them and then improve upon them.
Functional/Technical Expertise Effective performers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty. They add organizational value through unique expertise in a functional specialty area. They remain current in their area of expertise and serve as a resource in that area for the organization.
Problem Solving & Decision Making Effective performers are able to identify problems solve them act decisively and show good judgment. They isolate causes from symptoms and compile information and alternatives to illuminate problems or issues. They involve others as appropriate and gather information from a variety of sources. They find a balance between studying the problem and solving it. They readily commit to action and make decisions that reflect sound judgment.
Results Orientation Effective performers maintain appropriate focus on outcomes and accomplishments. They are motivated by achievement and persist until the goal is reached. They convey a sense of urgency to make things happen. They respect the need to balance short and longterm goals. They are driven by a need for closure.
Team Player Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger organizational team and their role within it. They share resources respond to requests from other parts of the organization and support larger legitimate organizational agendas as more important than local or personal goals.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
Work is performed in both an office and field environment. While performing duties for this job in the field the employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions; employee may be exposed to noise dust chemicals paint and traffic hazards. Proper personal protective equipment must be worn when necessary.
The physical demands here are represented of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand sit walk bend twist talk and hear; use their hands to operate a computer and phone; and reach with their hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. May pull manhole covers and walk over rough terrain.Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT (Please read):
- It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
- Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a see resume response.
- Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.
How to Apply:- Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
- This position is open until filled. For first consideration apply by April 14 2025.
- Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
- Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.
Use of AIGenerated Content in Employment Applications
Employment with the City of Medford can be competitive often there are many qualified applicants for each open position. We want to see application materials that reflect an applicants unique personality and that accurately reflect their experience. The use ofAIgenerated content to complete employment applications and/or supplemental questions is discouraged and may result in disqualification. Each submission will be verified for originality and authenticity. However AI tools for grammar checking and resume formatting are permitted.
Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:- Criminal history background investigation
- Favorable driving record
- Clear drug screen following federal law
- Professional reference check
Questions or Assistance:- If you have questions about the job posting please contact the Human Resources department at.
- For technical assistance completing your online application please contact Government Jobs at.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215 must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:
The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based uponrace religion color national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age ancestry status as a protected veteran physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local law.
ADA:
The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process please contactor email:.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
