City of Phoenix
Chief Engineering Technician - Public Transit Department
City of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Chief Engineering Technician - Public Transit Department
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About This Position The Public Transit Department is the largest member of the Valley Metro regional transit system and provides residents with transit services ranging from local commuter bus to alternative transportation for people with disabilities and senior citizens.
The Public Transit Department has a vacancy for a Chief Engineering Technician position. This position in the Facilities Division will be responsible for specialized, complex, paraprofessional engineering functions in the infrastructure design, construction, and facility improvements. Specifically, this position will manage and assist with the development of the 5 year capital improvement program (CIP) for transit furniture/refurbishment program; design and prepare plans using federal guidelines and specifications; provide estimates for street related projects as related to transit pads and bus bays, including required utility permits; prepares technical charts, diagrams, and research concepts for use in presentations to transportation committees; reviews locations for transit improvements and prepares analytical reports for use by service planners; ensures ADA compliance; conducts contractor oversight for multiple contracts; interprets and communicates city and federal regulations to the public.
Areas Of Responsibility Include
Conducts on-site inspections of transit pads, bus bays, accessible ramps, sidewalks, handrails, and retaining walls using MAG, City of Phoenix, and ADAAG standards for conformance.
Manages and assists with the development of the 5 year capital improvement program (CIP) for transit furniture/refurbishment program with use of Graphic Information System (GIS) database.
Investigates and identifies future bus stop locations in conjunction with transit service planners to meet the needs of ongoing service improvements.
Designs and prepares plans, specifications, and estimates for street related construction projects as related to transit pads and bus bays, including required utility permits.
Provides contract oversight assistance for multiple facility service contracts.
Reviews plans and specifications of public works construction projects to assure adherence to City standard details and specifications and other governmental agency requirements.
Prepares technical charts, diagrams and transportation research concepts designed by professional consultants for use in presentations to transportation committees.
Interprets and communicates City and Federal Regulations to the public.
Investigates and responds directly to citizen concerns/complaints received through city management, the regional Customer Assistance System (CAS), and city website.
Ideal Candidate
Ability to extract and manipulate data and create spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) as it relates to transportation facilities.
Possess strong communication and customer service skills.
Possess strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to multitask and work well under pressure and with deadlines.
Salary Pay Range: $26.83 to $45.89 per hour.
Hiring Range: $26.83 to $37.76 per hour.
Pay Range Explanation
Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Internal Only: Pay Grade 354
Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.
Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.
Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.
When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.
Benefits
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
Dental, vision, and life insurance options
Employer paid long-term disability
Free Bus/light rail pass
Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of experience in paraprofessional engineering work.
Including two years of paraprofessional civil engineering experience (or one year at the level of Senior Engineering Technician).
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver\'s license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.
The City job description can be found here.
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience.
Experience using Graphic Information System (GIS) databases.
Experience using Microsoft Excel for expense and data tracking.
Experience reading and interpreting maps, graphs, charts, and plans.
Experience using Microsoft Excel for managing and preparing technical data.
Experience with contract oversight assistance for multiple facility service contracts.
Experience preparing technical charts, diagrams, and layouts for use in presentations.
Experience reviewing construction plans and specifications of street related projects to assure adherence to City standard details, specifications, and other governmental agency requirements.
Experience performing on-site inspections of transit pads, bus bays, accessible ramps and sidewalks using MAG, City of Phoenix, and ADAAG standards for conformance.
Recruitment Dates Recruitment closes January 15, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.
How To Apply Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.
We Are Here To Help
Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference.
If you are in need of computer resources, click here for free options.
Arizona at Work has frequent classes to help with resume writing, interviewing skills, and general career guidance. Click here for more information.
Explore other Employment Opportunities with the City of Phoenix.
Subscribe to receive e-mail notifications about new employment opportunities.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to an accessibility issue, please contact the Human Resources Department by phone at (602) 495-5700 or by text at (800) 367-8939. You may also fill out and submit a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.
Reference Chief Engineering Tech, JC:19250, ID# 59970, 01/02/2026, USM, GO, Benefits:003
Building the Phoenix of tomorrow.
City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
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About This Position The Public Transit Department is the largest member of the Valley Metro regional transit system and provides residents with transit services ranging from local commuter bus to alternative transportation for people with disabilities and senior citizens.
The Public Transit Department has a vacancy for a Chief Engineering Technician position. This position in the Facilities Division will be responsible for specialized, complex, paraprofessional engineering functions in the infrastructure design, construction, and facility improvements. Specifically, this position will manage and assist with the development of the 5 year capital improvement program (CIP) for transit furniture/refurbishment program; design and prepare plans using federal guidelines and specifications; provide estimates for street related projects as related to transit pads and bus bays, including required utility permits; prepares technical charts, diagrams, and research concepts for use in presentations to transportation committees; reviews locations for transit improvements and prepares analytical reports for use by service planners; ensures ADA compliance; conducts contractor oversight for multiple contracts; interprets and communicates city and federal regulations to the public.
Areas Of Responsibility Include
Conducts on-site inspections of transit pads, bus bays, accessible ramps, sidewalks, handrails, and retaining walls using MAG, City of Phoenix, and ADAAG standards for conformance.
Manages and assists with the development of the 5 year capital improvement program (CIP) for transit furniture/refurbishment program with use of Graphic Information System (GIS) database.
Investigates and identifies future bus stop locations in conjunction with transit service planners to meet the needs of ongoing service improvements.
Designs and prepares plans, specifications, and estimates for street related construction projects as related to transit pads and bus bays, including required utility permits.
Provides contract oversight assistance for multiple facility service contracts.
Reviews plans and specifications of public works construction projects to assure adherence to City standard details and specifications and other governmental agency requirements.
Prepares technical charts, diagrams and transportation research concepts designed by professional consultants for use in presentations to transportation committees.
Interprets and communicates City and Federal Regulations to the public.
Investigates and responds directly to citizen concerns/complaints received through city management, the regional Customer Assistance System (CAS), and city website.
Ideal Candidate
Ability to extract and manipulate data and create spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) as it relates to transportation facilities.
Possess strong communication and customer service skills.
Possess strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to multitask and work well under pressure and with deadlines.
Salary Pay Range: $26.83 to $45.89 per hour.
Hiring Range: $26.83 to $37.76 per hour.
Pay Range Explanation
Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Internal Only: Pay Grade 354
Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.
Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.
Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.
When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.
Benefits
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
Dental, vision, and life insurance options
Employer paid long-term disability
Free Bus/light rail pass
Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of experience in paraprofessional engineering work.
Including two years of paraprofessional civil engineering experience (or one year at the level of Senior Engineering Technician).
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver\'s license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.
The City job description can be found here.
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience.
Experience using Graphic Information System (GIS) databases.
Experience using Microsoft Excel for expense and data tracking.
Experience reading and interpreting maps, graphs, charts, and plans.
Experience using Microsoft Excel for managing and preparing technical data.
Experience with contract oversight assistance for multiple facility service contracts.
Experience preparing technical charts, diagrams, and layouts for use in presentations.
Experience reviewing construction plans and specifications of street related projects to assure adherence to City standard details, specifications, and other governmental agency requirements.
Experience performing on-site inspections of transit pads, bus bays, accessible ramps and sidewalks using MAG, City of Phoenix, and ADAAG standards for conformance.
Recruitment Dates Recruitment closes January 15, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.
How To Apply Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.
We Are Here To Help
Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference.
If you are in need of computer resources, click here for free options.
Arizona at Work has frequent classes to help with resume writing, interviewing skills, and general career guidance. Click here for more information.
Explore other Employment Opportunities with the City of Phoenix.
Subscribe to receive e-mail notifications about new employment opportunities.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to an accessibility issue, please contact the Human Resources Department by phone at (602) 495-5700 or by text at (800) 367-8939. You may also fill out and submit a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.
Reference Chief Engineering Tech, JC:19250, ID# 59970, 01/02/2026, USM, GO, Benefits:003
Building the Phoenix of tomorrow.
City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr