Engineering Technician

Job Description:

Engineering Technician

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Services Department's Urban Engineering Division seeks an Engineering Technician.

This Engineering Technician position is new to the Department.

They will examine plans and specifications to verify they meet local, state, and federal codes and regulations. They will oversee the City's permit process by evaluating applications and responding to customer questions. And they will also conduct inspections of residential and commercial buildings to ensure they meet approved plans, specifications, codes, and relevant regulations.

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The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.

The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS.

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In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

These are essential functions for this specific position:

• Evaluate construction plans, specifications, and calculations for both residential and commercial building construction to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and engineering standards.
• Assist engineers and project managers with segments of complex projects by reviewing limited aspects of such projects.
• Perform inspections of new construction and existing improvements to verify compliance with codes and regulations.
• Provide written directives for issuing permits for residential and commercial construction.
• Answer questions from the public, builders, developers, architects, and engineers about codes ordinances and engineering standards.
• Prepare and maintain written reports, records of plan reviews, inspections, and actions taken. Respond to inquiries from the public concerning drainage, utilities, and other engineering-related matters.
• Collaborate with other building staff to evaluate plans for design compliance.

These are additional essential functions for this position throughout the City:

• Prepares preliminary and final construction drawings utilizing CADD equipment, topographical profiles, and specification sheets used in the planning and construction of engineering projects
• Performs calculations in the review of design projects in multiple engineering disciplines
• Visits project sites prior to and during the design and construction process; reviews site plans and specifications for conformance; reviews work in progress to ensure compliance with contract documents and satisfactory completion of projects
• Assists engineers and project managers with segments of complex projects by designing limited aspects of such projects, performing research, etc.
• Develops presentation style drawings of engineering projects through use of computer graphics software, including slides, maps, charts, and graphs
• Performs computer aided drafting; creates and interprets GIS maps
• Researches utility locations for engineering projects Responds to inquiries from the public concerning drainage, utilities, and other engineering-related matters
• Possesses basic knowledge of plats
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency, six (6) months or more of additional related training, andOne (1) to three (3) years of related experience. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or training.Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook). Preferences: AutoCAD and ArcGIS software experience

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION

Depending on the number of applications and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination to qualify. All successful applicants will be required to pass a medical examination, including drug screening, prior to appointment.

An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204) .



The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.

Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan!Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale. Click here for more information or to see if you qualify.

In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.

Closing Date/Time: 11/12/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary:

$49,191.58 - $76,247.18 Annually