Senior Engineering Technician (4635-50)

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 32 - 39

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Engineering Technician (4635-50)

Deadline to Apply:

December 30 2025

Work Location:

138 East Court Street

Cincinnati OH 45202

Work Hours:

80 Hours Bi-Weekly

Starting Salary:

$32.40 - $39.02 per hour

FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME WITH APPLICATION

The Office of the County Engineer provides a variety of important services to the traveling public. These are largely funded by the purchase of license plates and by gasoline taxes. There are 423 bridges and over 500 miles of public right of way - all the responsibility of the County Engineer. These responsibilities include design construction inspection maintenance and study which result in safety improvements or regulations in compliance with State law. Join our team and make a difference in the community!

Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package and Generous Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time and Earned Personal Days.

Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option. Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical HRA Dental Vision Employer-Paid Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility Free On-Site Parking Wellness Incentives robust Employee Assistance Program access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources and More!

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision the Senior Engineering Technician may perform intermediate to senior technical duties in both office and field settings in support of the Engineers Office. Tasks may include preparing modifying and reviewing designs drawings plans layouts and other project documentation for construction projects; reviewing proposed construction plans and specifications; and ensuring compliance with applicable state and county regulations. The specific responsibilities will vary based on departmental needs and project requirements.

Depending upon individual skills and organizational needs individual employees may assist in planning design Computer Aided Drafting/Design (CADD) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) construction management studies computations land surveying land record management asset management or field operations

QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications:

Associates degree from an accredited college with major course work in Engineering Technology Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology GIS Technology Construction Technology or related field; and four (4) years work experience in contract and project administration; or any equivalent combination of education experience and training which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.

May be required to possess the ability to effectively lead and manage the activities of other team members including the assignment of appropriate daily activities documenting standardized measurement of individual performance providing regular and professional feedback and completing standardized employee evaluations.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid state of residency drivers license. Must remain insurable under the Countys vehicle insurance policy.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

Vehicles modern office equipment mobile devices and peripherals Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS / Drones) machetes metal detectors jackhammers modern land surveying field equipment modern construction engineering testing equipment Traffic Asset Condition Assessment Equipment Traffic Study Equipment Underground Stormwater Asset Condition Assessment Equipment Environmental Monitoring Equipment Personal Protective Equipment.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:

JOB DUTIES in order of importance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

Note: Any individual employee may be assigned to perform select duties from the representative duties outlined below based upon individual skills training and organizational needs.

Collaborating with internal teams such as Planning and Design Engineering Survey and Maintenance Departments and external partners including the County Auditors office local jurisdictions consultants engineers and property owners.
Assisting in the preparation and review of design drawings layouts contract plans and related specifications.
Helping prepare related project documentation such as quantity estimates bid documents right-of-way plans and legal descriptions.
Assisting in the review of plans and specifications to verify compliance with agreements project requirements state and local construction specifications.
Making drafting changes to plans and assisting townships with contracts for programs like the Road Resurfacing Program.
Participating in project teams and/or groups and preparing related project documentation.
Participates in field investigations and the research and preparation of reports of findings for various projects.
Completes standardized transportation system asset condition assessments and updates asset inventories using modern office and field equipment.
Investigates complaints and prepares reports on findings recommends solutions.
Conducts research related to right-of-way needs.
Utilizes computers to calculate tabulate file and maintain related records.
Determines suitability of current data gathering systems.
Assists in the production of desired reports for department planning and operations.
Validates information as needed.
Assists in the preparation and review of design drawings layouts contract plans and related specifications.
Helps prepare related project documentation (e.g. quantity estimates bid documents right-of-way plans legal descriptions etc.)
Assists in the review of plans and specifications to verify compliance with agreements project requirements and specifications and state and local construction specifications
Utilizes CADD and modern engineering software packages.
Attends all meetings and serves on committees as directed; attends training and seminars as directed.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Due to the nature of the job when scheduled for on-call assignment the Engineering Technician must be available to return to work after normal work hours or on weekends and/or holidays when called to do so.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (*indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of: County and departmental goals and objectives; * County and departmental policies and procedures; *

English grammar and spelling.
GIS concepts; data entry.
CAD techniques; highway or bridge design construction and maintenance.
Budgeting
Office practices and procedures.

Skill in:

Typing and data entry.
Use of modern office equipment.
Motor vehicle operation
Use hand tools.
Use of engineering inspection instruments.
Usage of business unit specific software packages including GIS Civil 3D Design CAD Plan Review business unit web-based and desktop Applications.

Ability to:

Interpret and carry out a variety of instructions in written oral picture or schedule form
Problem solve.
Read copy and record figures accurately
Add subtract multiply and divide whole numbers.
Calculate fractions decimals and percentages.
Apply concepts of mathematics algebra calculus trigonometry and geometry.
Prepare accurate documentation.
Copy records precisely without error.
Copy material accurately and recognize grammatical and spelling errors.
Complete routine forms.
Compile and prepare reports
Prepare routine correspondence.
Communicate effectively.
Use proper research methods to gather data.
Develop complex reports and position papers.
Proofread technical materials recognize errors and make corrections.
Maintain records according to established procedures.
Communicate effectively.
Understand technical manuals and/or verbal instructions.
Understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications.
Gather collate and classify information.
Answer routine telephone inquiries.
Respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Travel to and gain access to worksite.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Travel to and gain access to worksite.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Senior Engineering Technician (4635-50)Deadline to Apply:December 30 2025Work Location:138 East Court StreetCincinnati OH 45202Work Hours:80 Hours Bi-WeeklyStarting Salary:$32.40 - $39.02 per hourFOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME WITH APPLICATIONThe Office of the County Engineer provi...