JOB REQUIREMENTS: POSITION PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to
perform engineering technician tasks related to street, sewer, shore
protection, and construction under the City Engineer\'s direction for
the City of Racine. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Serves as rodman, chainman, and
instrument man, as required, on a survey party engaged in construction
staking as well as acquiring or providing data necessary for the work
performed under the direction of the City Engineer and Staff Engineers.
Works independently, when required, in conducting necessary fieldwork
investigations such as measurements and locations as required by the
engineer or supervisor. Inspects construction projects in progress or
may instruct Construction Inspector personnel. Prepares drawings and
construction plans from survey field notes and existing maps and records
using both conventional and the latest in CADD (computer-aided
drafting/design) software and techniques, materials, and equipment.
Collects data for departmental projects using field notebook computer.
Processes and analyzes data with database software on host computer.
Compiles field data and information on file into reports as required.
Performs technical calculations, as required, in the performance of
drafting duties and other office work. Creates and maintains information
files on a personal computer. Indexes, records, and files drawings and
other documents for future reference. Assists IT in the preparation of
assessment drawings for public hearings as required. Maintains a
consistent and reliable attendance record. ASSOCIATED DUTIES: Performs
related duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION: Ability to
coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing semi-skilled
movements such as drafting and assembling. Ability to exert moderate
physical effort in surveying and construction inspection work, typically
involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping,
kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, pounding, carrying, pushing, and
pulling. Ability to recognize and identify degrees of similarities or
differences between characteristics of colors, forms, sounds and odors
associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION: Ability to work under
moderately safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to
environmental factors such as toxic agents and machinery poses a minor
risk of injury. EQUIPMENT USED: Survey equipment such as Total Station,
Robotic Station, Theodolite, Data Collector, transit, level, and chain,
motor vehicles, drafting instruments, computer keyboard/typewriter,
calculator, duplicating equipment, printers, plotters and telephone.
This job description is intended to identify essential duties and also
illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned. It should not be
interpreted as describing all of the duties that will be required of an
employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments that
an individual is required to perform. In addition to the
responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees
Maintain a Consistent And Reliable Attendance Record. Job Descriptions
are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the City of
Racine. The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to
discuss potential accommodations with the employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate degree
or equivalent in Civil Engineering Technology or related field. Valid
Wisconsin driver\'s license required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:
Experience as an Engineering Aide or Technician in a civil engineering
related organization preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Applied
kno ledge of MS-WINDOWS. Ability to effectively operate computer
hardware, software, plotters, and printers. Experience with AutoCAD or
equivalent software, AutoCAD drafting and Civil 3D experience in civil
engineering profession or equivalent preferred. Familiarity with ArcInfo
or other GIS software would be beneficial. Ability to operate and
maintain survey equipment and thoroughly understand principles of
surveying. Ability to use drafting equipment and apply standards in the
preparation of neat and accurate drawings. Ability to analyze and
categorize data and information in order to determine the relationship
of the data with reference to established criteria/standards. Ability to
compare, count, differentiate, measure and/or sort data, as well as
assemble, copy and record, and transcribe data and information. Ability
to classify, compute and tabulate data. Ability to advise and interpret
how to apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations.
Ability to operate, maneuver and/or steer equipment and machinery
requiring simple but continuous adjustments, such as surveying
equipment, motor vehicles, drafting instruments, computer
keyboard/typewriter, calculator, duplicating equipment and telephone.
Ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information,
such as field notes, blueprints, non-routine correspondence and general
operating manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with contractors,
City personnel, and the general public. Ability to understand and
accurately follow both oral and written instructions. Ability to
calculate percentages, fractions, decimals, volumes, and ratios. Ability
to use functional reasoning and apply rational judgment in performing
diversified work activities. Ability to exercise the judgment,
decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the
evaluation of information against sensory and/or judgmental criteria.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
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