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Engineering Technician I or II
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Applications received through Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM will receive priority first review. This position will remain opened until filled but may be closed at any time a qualified candidate is selected. This is an integrated job posting and applications are open for candidates who meet the qualifications for either an Engineering Technician I or Engineering Technician II. The range posted is inclusive of both positions. See below for breakdown: Engineering Technician I (ne-30): $6,452.00 - $8,235.00 monthly. Engineering Technician II (ne-32): $7,113.00 - $9,078.00 monthly. Under close supervision, Engineering Technician I provides technical support and assistance to other higher level Engineering Technicians as well as other senior Engineering staff; assists in the performance of engineering technician duties related to private development projects, permits and capital projects; performs permit counter duties and assists in design and inspection of capital projects. Upon successful completion of established criteria and demonstration of competency to perform at the higher level, Engineering Technician I will qualify to apply for the Engineering Technician II level. New hires generally start between $6,452.00 and $7,113.00 per month. Placement within the position's full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $6,452.00 and $8,235.00 per month. Under general supervision, Engineering Technician II performs engineering review and construction inspection of private development projects and permits; serves as the first point of contact for citizens, developers, architects, engineers and designers inquiries and complaints; assist with the design and inspection of capital projects; provides technical support to Engineering Technician(s) III and to other senior staff of the Engineering Division. Upon successful completion of established criteria and demonstration of competency to perform at the higher level, Engineering Technician II will qualify to apply for the Engineering Technician III level. New hires generally start between $7,113.00 and $7,842.00 per month. Placement within the position's full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $7,113.00 and $9,078.00 per month. The Engineering Division provides design and construction management services, including field inspection, for the City's capital construction program. It determines development standards for and ensures compliance with these standards during private construction of utilities and roads. The division plans for long-range capital and infrastructure needs for transportation, storm water management, water, and sewer. It prepares and executes architectural and engineering consultant contracts and construction contract bidding documents. The City of Edmonds is a beautiful community on the Puget Sound waterfront with a population of 43,420 (MRSC, 2024) and is the gateway to the Olympic peninsula via the state ferry system. Edmonds provides a full range of services, including contracted fire services, police services a municipal court, a community pool, a regional performing arts facility, public works and utilities, a regional wastewater treatment facility, along with community events and services through our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department. Six department directors report directly to the Mayor and oversee approximately 279 fulltime-equivalent employees. Examples of Duties
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Reviews smaller private development permit applications such as single family residences, additions and decks. Inspects smaller private development projects, sidewalks, utilities, driveways, erosion control and other improvements within the right of way and/or private property. Performs counter duty assisting customers with development questions and requests for information. Reviews and issues encroachment, right of way, and street use permits. Reviews business license and special event applications for compliance with city codes and policies. Updates and creates public handouts and procedures for engineering permit applications. Communicates and coordinates with all other divisions of the City, contractors, developers, engineers, architects, citizens, business owners, utility representatives and attorneys. Uses AutoCAD and related engineering graphics software to prepare drawings and exhibits. Operates GIS and Cartegraph software system to track, update and retrieve information on City assets. Provides information to the public regarding right-of-way permit, driveway, grading, traffic counts, and drainage and other related engineering questions. Provides assistance to maintain digital base maps and City's stormwater, wastewater and water facility digital map records. Updates and maintains records including traffic count data, drawings and maps. Gathers information and details for Capital Improvement projects. Conducts traffic counts, piezometer readings, and other types of field measurements and data collection. Assists with maintenance of Engineering Division files, including easement and deed files and documentation as assigned. Operates a computer and assigned software including Bitco permit system; utilizes various survey tools and equipment. Performs related duties as assigned. The above essential functions are from the Engineering Technician I job description. Engineering Technician II are expected to perform Engineering Technician I job functions in addition to the job functions described in the respective job descriptions. Please view the full job descriptions on our website. Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED Certificate and the equivalent of one year of college-level course work in civil engineering technology or related field and two years of experience in public works engineering technical support that supports demonstrated competency to perform the duties of Engineering Technician I The equivalent of two years of college-level course work in civil engineering technology or related field or Associates Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field and three years of experience in public works engineering technical support that includes project review and inspection, permit and application review, or preparation of designs, plans and specifications that demonstrates competency to perform the duties at the Engineering Technician II level or two years progressive experience as an Engineering Technician I, successful completion of established criteria for advancement, and demonstrated competency to perform the duties of Engineering Technician II An equivalent combination of education, training and experience Required Licenses or Certifications: A valid Driver's License at time of hire and a driving record that is acceptable to the City's insurance requirements. Out of state candidates must obtain their WA State Driver's License within 30 days after moving to WA A criminal background check is required following a verbal offer of employment. Criminal history is not an automatic employment disqualifier. Results are reviewed on a case-by case basis. Supplemental Information
Working Conditions: Environment: Indoor and outdoor work environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. Physical Abilities: Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the telephone. Operating a computer keyboard and drafting materials. Reading and understanding a variety of materials. Sitting, standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Ascending/descending from ladders and working from heights or depths. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching reaching above shoulders and horizontally or otherwise positioning oneself to accomplish tasks. Lifting/carrying or otherwise moving or transporting moderately heavy objects up to 40 lbs. Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy. Hazards: Contact with dissatisfied or potentially abusive members of the public. Occasional exposure to dangerous machinery. Occasional extreme weather conditions. Potential physical harm and hazardous chemicals when working in the field, conducting inspections and working around construction equipment and worksites.
Applications received through Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM will receive priority first review. This position will remain opened until filled but may be closed at any time a qualified candidate is selected. This is an integrated job posting and applications are open for candidates who meet the qualifications for either an Engineering Technician I or Engineering Technician II. The range posted is inclusive of both positions. See below for breakdown: Engineering Technician I (ne-30): $6,452.00 - $8,235.00 monthly. Engineering Technician II (ne-32): $7,113.00 - $9,078.00 monthly. Under close supervision, Engineering Technician I provides technical support and assistance to other higher level Engineering Technicians as well as other senior Engineering staff; assists in the performance of engineering technician duties related to private development projects, permits and capital projects; performs permit counter duties and assists in design and inspection of capital projects. Upon successful completion of established criteria and demonstration of competency to perform at the higher level, Engineering Technician I will qualify to apply for the Engineering Technician II level. New hires generally start between $6,452.00 and $7,113.00 per month. Placement within the position's full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $6,452.00 and $8,235.00 per month. Under general supervision, Engineering Technician II performs engineering review and construction inspection of private development projects and permits; serves as the first point of contact for citizens, developers, architects, engineers and designers inquiries and complaints; assist with the design and inspection of capital projects; provides technical support to Engineering Technician(s) III and to other senior staff of the Engineering Division. Upon successful completion of established criteria and demonstration of competency to perform at the higher level, Engineering Technician II will qualify to apply for the Engineering Technician III level. New hires generally start between $7,113.00 and $7,842.00 per month. Placement within the position's full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $7,113.00 and $9,078.00 per month. The Engineering Division provides design and construction management services, including field inspection, for the City's capital construction program. It determines development standards for and ensures compliance with these standards during private construction of utilities and roads. The division plans for long-range capital and infrastructure needs for transportation, storm water management, water, and sewer. It prepares and executes architectural and engineering consultant contracts and construction contract bidding documents. The City of Edmonds is a beautiful community on the Puget Sound waterfront with a population of 43,420 (MRSC, 2024) and is the gateway to the Olympic peninsula via the state ferry system. Edmonds provides a full range of services, including contracted fire services, police services a municipal court, a community pool, a regional performing arts facility, public works and utilities, a regional wastewater treatment facility, along with community events and services through our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department. Six department directors report directly to the Mayor and oversee approximately 279 fulltime-equivalent employees. Examples of Duties
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Reviews smaller private development permit applications such as single family residences, additions and decks. Inspects smaller private development projects, sidewalks, utilities, driveways, erosion control and other improvements within the right of way and/or private property. Performs counter duty assisting customers with development questions and requests for information. Reviews and issues encroachment, right of way, and street use permits. Reviews business license and special event applications for compliance with city codes and policies. Updates and creates public handouts and procedures for engineering permit applications. Communicates and coordinates with all other divisions of the City, contractors, developers, engineers, architects, citizens, business owners, utility representatives and attorneys. Uses AutoCAD and related engineering graphics software to prepare drawings and exhibits. Operates GIS and Cartegraph software system to track, update and retrieve information on City assets. Provides information to the public regarding right-of-way permit, driveway, grading, traffic counts, and drainage and other related engineering questions. Provides assistance to maintain digital base maps and City's stormwater, wastewater and water facility digital map records. Updates and maintains records including traffic count data, drawings and maps. Gathers information and details for Capital Improvement projects. Conducts traffic counts, piezometer readings, and other types of field measurements and data collection. Assists with maintenance of Engineering Division files, including easement and deed files and documentation as assigned. Operates a computer and assigned software including Bitco permit system; utilizes various survey tools and equipment. Performs related duties as assigned. The above essential functions are from the Engineering Technician I job description. Engineering Technician II are expected to perform Engineering Technician I job functions in addition to the job functions described in the respective job descriptions. Please view the full job descriptions on our website. Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED Certificate and the equivalent of one year of college-level course work in civil engineering technology or related field and two years of experience in public works engineering technical support that supports demonstrated competency to perform the duties of Engineering Technician I The equivalent of two years of college-level course work in civil engineering technology or related field or Associates Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field and three years of experience in public works engineering technical support that includes project review and inspection, permit and application review, or preparation of designs, plans and specifications that demonstrates competency to perform the duties at the Engineering Technician II level or two years progressive experience as an Engineering Technician I, successful completion of established criteria for advancement, and demonstrated competency to perform the duties of Engineering Technician II An equivalent combination of education, training and experience Required Licenses or Certifications: A valid Driver's License at time of hire and a driving record that is acceptable to the City's insurance requirements. Out of state candidates must obtain their WA State Driver's License within 30 days after moving to WA A criminal background check is required following a verbal offer of employment. Criminal history is not an automatic employment disqualifier. Results are reviewed on a case-by case basis. Supplemental Information
Working Conditions: Environment: Indoor and outdoor work environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. Physical Abilities: Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the telephone. Operating a computer keyboard and drafting materials. Reading and understanding a variety of materials. Sitting, standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Ascending/descending from ladders and working from heights or depths. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching reaching above shoulders and horizontally or otherwise positioning oneself to accomplish tasks. Lifting/carrying or otherwise moving or transporting moderately heavy objects up to 40 lbs. Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy. Hazards: Contact with dissatisfied or potentially abusive members of the public. Occasional exposure to dangerous machinery. Occasional extreme weather conditions. Potential physical harm and hazardous chemicals when working in the field, conducting inspections and working around construction equipment and worksites.