Temporary Engineering Technician A

About This Position

Job Description:

Purpose:

This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of technical and specialized duties to ensure compliance with applicable City codes and ordinances, for permitting plans and licensing requirements.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Review permits/applications and plats within the City of Austin design manuals and standards including generally accepted practices by ensuring applicable information is included.

• Assist in the development of technical reports by performing research and gathering applicable and supporting data.

• Inspect projects for compliance within standards and specification of the contract and within the City of Austin design manuals and standards.

• Assist in the design of engineering projects by performing engineering calculations and drawings to meet standards and specifications and draft for scope and review and approval.

• Perform CAD drawings of project elements for review.

• Assist in determining bid items and calculate quantities and prepare estimate for review.

• Assist with preparing plans and specifications.

• Assist with processing bids in the review of all bid packages prepared by consultants, attend pre-bid conferences, analyzes bid results, prepare detailed results for evaluation.

• Perform equipment evaluations calibration to ensure valid results.

• Operate computerized drafting software within the scope of project assignment.

• Perform construction inspections by obtaining data in the field and providing results.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable City ordinances, policies, codes, permitting, licensing, and related state and local regulations.

• Skill in applying code requirements.

• Skill in oral and written communications.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in using computers and related software applications.

• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

• Ability in maintain effective communication and working relationships with City Officials, business leaders, financial institutions, developers, citizen groups, and City departments and employees

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of related work experience. Education may substitute for experience up to one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Civil Construction Principals and Practices

• Excellent organizational skill with focus on data collection

• Knowledge of basic computer-based business programs (i.e. Word, Excel, Power BI, etc.)

Licenses and Certifications Required:

None

Notes to Candidate:

Austin Development Services (ADS) assists homeowners, business owners, and contractors when they build, demolish, remodel or perform any type of construction to ensure compliance with applicable city and building codes.

ADS is seeking a Temporary Engineering Technician A

Location: 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, TX 78752

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday – 7:45 am - 4:45 pm

Pay Range: $26.03 - $31.04 per hour

Employment Application:
The City of Austin Employment Application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. A detailed, complete employment application is required.

• Please be sure to detail on the application all relevant employment to be considered as part of your qualifications.

• This detailed application will be evaluated for the qualifications and will be used to establish base pay if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles, number of employees supervised and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position including all job duties and responsibilities.

Post Interview Verification:

• If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, DSD-HR will contact the current and former employer, as well as the professional references listed in the application. Please ensure the contact information on the application is accurate.

• Top candidates will also be required to provide proof of education from an accredited organization, copies of any professional licenses or certificates listed on the application and a copy of your DD-214 if claiming veteran’s preference.

Assessment(s): Candidates selected for interview may undergo a skill/competency-based assessment(s).

Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Critical Employee: Critical employees are considered necessary and vital and support activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

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By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

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EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.