Description
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The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for an Assistant or Associate Engineering Technician. There is one vacancy that the City can elect to fill at either level.
DEFINITION Under general supervision, the Associate Engineering Technician performs advanced, technical office and field engineering functions in connection with public works activities including conducting field inspections of all public works projects, and residential, commercial, and industrial development; assisting with traffic, engineering, and similar studies for public works construction projects; completing traffic engineering studies; preparing designs using computer aided drafting for capital improvement projects and other miscellaneous projects; checking development plans; administering the sidewalk repair program; issuing permits; calculating public works fees; and performing other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Associate Engineering Technician is the journey level classification in the Engineering Technician series. It is distinguished from the Senior Engineering Technician which is an advanced journey level classification in the series and is responsible for the more complex tasks and assignments. It is further distinguished from the Assistant Engineering Technician which is responsible for performing more routine and less complicated technical tasks.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED General supervision is provided by the Construction Inspection Manager or engineer, depending on the assigned area of responsibility. Lead direction may be provided by other classifications in the division.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED May provide lead direction to Junior Engineering Technicians, Assistant Engineering Technicians, or temporary employees.
Examples of Important and Essential Functions
General Engineering Duties/Computer Skills
Operates reprographics machine and various other office machines such as photocopier, fax machine, and calculator; operates a personal computer to perform Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), GIS database and report generation, word processing and spreadsheet functions; organizes and maintains files, records, and base maps; updates various databases relating to permits, work orders, and service requests; assists contractors and the public in interpreting and complying with city design, land development, and construction policies and requirements.
Development Plan Review
Uses computer aided drafting techniques and procedures to prepare routine engineering plans for development projects; develops graphs, charts, and exhibits for presentations; writes specifications and property descriptions; reviews planning entitlement referrals and drafts conditions of approval; reviews public improvement plans and building plan check referrals for compliance with conditions of approval and City standards; calculates development fees and monitors trust accounts; updates City maps; and evaluates applications and issues encroachment permits.
Project Design
Uses computer aided drafting techniques and procedures to prepare complex engineering plans for public works projects; prepares graphs, charts, and exhibits for presentation; prepares project plans, specifications, and cost estimates for City projects such as streets, bike trails, sewers, storm drains, water lines, parks, golf courses, the airport, traffic control projects, and other miscellaneous projects; administers the Sidewalk Repair Program; assists in maintaining the pavement management system and inspecting pavement condition indexes; updates specifications and details; prepares right of way descriptions and plats; and assists with contract administration support for capital improvement projects; and reviews complex development projects for conformance with current engineering requirements.
Construction Compliance
Performs field inspections of public works projects, developments, and activities requiring permits and inspection; inspects grading, underground utilities, City water mains, sewers, storm drains, curbs, gutters, paving, irrigation systems, street lights, and other infrastructure construction for conformance with regulatory standards, plans, and specifications; maintains daily written records of progress made in construction and materials used; and makes progress payments, writes change orders, and performs other contract administration duties on routine public works projects; assists contractors and the public in interpreting and complying with construction requirements; prepares monthly progress payment records; issues stop work orders when necessary; checks compliance of contractors with local, regional, state, and federal regulations including those governing wages and payroll; investigates and resolves citizen complaints regarding construction work on City facilities; and enforces safety regulations.
Traffic and Transportation
Collects, summarizes, and presents traffic data; conducts traffic surveys; conducts studies to determine the need for traffic controls; prepares signing and marking plans and traffic signal designs; prepares and reviews construction zone traffic control plans; reviews traffic accident reports and prepares collision diagrams; meets with the public and other City departments to receive requests and explain City policies and traffic engineering procedures.
Job Related and Essential Qualifications
Demonstrated Knowledge of :
Principles and practices of engineering related to design, construction, and maintenance of street, sidewalks, drainage, and related public works projects; materials, methods, and equipment used in the testing of construction materials; methods of compacting soils; civil engineering design and drafting techniques and procedures; surveying techniques and practices including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry; City engineering policies, ordinances, standards, and specifications; construction standards; computer usage and applications in an engineering office; principles and practices of traffic engineering; local, state, and federal laws pertaining to vehicular travel; signing, marking, and traffic signal standards; methods of conducting various surveys and studies; and standard traffic engineering reference material.
Demonstrated Skills to :
Read, evaluate, and interpret, complex construction drawings and technical reports; work effectively, courteously, and firmly with contractors and their representatives; analyze construction methods to determine conformance with accepted standards and enforce corrective actions when necessary; prepare clear and concise reports; draft maps, plans, and layouts; make accurate measurements and compute materials used in construction; make engineering calculations and designs; utilize personal computers and computer software to perform calculations such as traverses, closures, profiles, grades, areas, vertical curves, and quantities; prepare plans for capital improvement projects using AutoCad; correctly read and interpret field construction staking survey controls, construction plans, profiles, cross-sections, topographic maps, and plats; supervise and direct the activity of employees; solve problems and make appropriate decisions; determine data requirements for studies and surveys; organize and accurately maintain files and records; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective customer service attitude with the public, co-workers, and others who are contacted in the course of work.
Ability to :
Establish and maintain open and honest communications with co-workers at all levels of the organization; and demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal relations with the public.
Experience, Education and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Experience : Three years of experience performing technical civil engineering responsibilities related to civil engineering design, construction engineering/inspection, and/or traffic engineering.
Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, land surveying, engineering design, construction inspection, and/or traffic engineering. An Associate degree in a related field is desirable.
Training : Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.
License : Certain positions may require the possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.
Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to work overtime as required; respond to emergencies, attend meetings, classes, and seminars as required during work and non-work hours; work under adverse conditions such as in inclement weather, in awkward spaces, and in and around construction areas.
Special Requirements : Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to work in a standard office environment; drive a motor vehicle; read fine print on drawings and computer monitors; converse in person, over the telephone, two-way radio, and around the noise of heavy construction equipment and be heard and clearly understood; move across rough terrain and bridge scaffolding; climb into and out of sewer holes and trenches, up 25 foot ladders, and several flight of stairs; use drafting and survey instruments, calculators, and personal computers; and strength to safely lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
Additional Information
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
CITY OF LIVERMORE
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Association of Livermore Employees Please
click here for a copy of the current Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Association of Livermore Employees. The information contained here is a summary of benefits. For a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here . Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Updated 1/2024
MOUTERM10/01/2021 - 09/30/2025
SCHEDULED INCREASES10/11/2021 2.0% + $725.40/year
10/10/2022 3.5% + $754.56/year
10/09/2023 2.5% + $777.36/year
10/07/2024 2.0% + $796.80/year
CAFETERIA PLAN (MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION)$1,950/month towards medical, dental, and vision; unused balance paid in cash to employee.
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE& ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D)FT - $60,000 EE coverage or PT - $30,000 EE coverage, ER paid
$1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid
EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance& supplemental life to $500,000 (not to exceed 5x annual earnings).
LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)ER paid
60% of base monthly earnings to $5,000/month max. (180 day waiting period)
PERSNew City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 2% at 60 formula or 2% at 62 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340.
Classic PERS Misc Member - 2% at 60
- Member Rate = 7% EE paid
- Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24)
- 36 consecutive months Final Comp
- Sick Leave Credit
- 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
- Military Service Credit
New PERS Misc Member - 2% at 62
- Member Rate = 7.5% EE paid
- Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24)
- 36 consecutive months Final Comp
- Sick Leave Credit
- 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
- Military Service Credit
MEDICARE (Hired after 3/31/86)
EE paid 1.45%
ER paid 1.45%
RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS) ER contribution of 4% of base pay into RHS account.
VACATION ACCRUALYears of ServiceTotal Accrual Per Year
180.6 hrs
2-5120.12 hrs
6-10135.98 hrs
11-15160.94 hrs
16-19180.18 hrs
20+192.4 hrs
Prorated for part-time EE.
Maximum accrual: 340 hours
HOLIDAYS & HOLIDAY-IN-LIEU PAYHolidays: 12 observed holidays or in lieu day off or if work 2.5 times pay.
Holiday-In-Lieu Pay: EE's assigned receive 7.5% of base salary, paid per pay period
SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL96.2 hours/year
Pro-rated for part-time EE
SICK LEAVE USAGE: - FAMILY SICK LEAVE : For immediate Family Illness- ½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual.
- PARENTAL LEAVE : For non-birthing parentwho becomes a parent due to adoption, foster care placement, or birth of a child- 48 hours
- BEREAVEMENT/ FUNERAL LEAVE (non-immediate family) : 3 regularly scheduled workdays of sick leavecanbe used foraunt or uncle.
FUNERAL LEAVE3 regularly scheduled workdays max for immediate family.
PERSONAL LEAVEFull-Time: 16 hours per year
Pro-rated for part-time EE.
PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRAEE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City Rules & Regs
Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act
DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b)ER contributes $75 per pay period, with required matching of $75 by EE
2024 Maximum :
Normal = $23,000
Age 50+ = $7,500
Catchup Limits = $46,000
Voluntary EE Participation
SECTION 125 PLANNo ER contribution
2024 Maximum
Dependent Care*: Up to $5,000/year -- *See IRS Pub #503
Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,200/year
- Pre-tax Health Care Premiums
- FSA's for Dependent Care
- Unreimbursed Medical Expenses
- Other options offered by plan administrator
UNIFORM ALLOWANCE$850 per year/ paid in equal amounts per pay period
For Public Safety Dispatchers, Senior Public Safety Dispatchers, Supervising Public Safety Dispatchers, Police Clerks, Senior Police Clerk, Supervising Police Clerk, Animal Control Officers, Police Identification Technician, Supervising Property and Evidence Specialist, Property and Evidence Specialist, Community Service Specialists, Crime & Intelligence Analysts, and Crime Prevention Specialist.
SAFETY SHOE ALLOWANCEPaid annually in July: $200/year for Meter Readers, and employees in Engineering Technician, Neighborhood Preservation Officer, and Building Inspector series who perform field work, and Public Works employees that are required to wear safety shoes or boots.
PRESCRIPTION SAFETY GLASSESReimbursement of up to $150/year for purchase of safety prescription glasses for EEs working in locations where there is a risk of eye injuries.
SHIFT DIFFERENTIALEEs regularly assigned to city facilities operating 24/7 - $2.50/hour for all hours worked when assigned to a shift requiring EE work at least 4 hours between 4:00 p.m.- 6:00 a.m.
EQUIPMENT OPERATIONPublic Works EEs: $12.00/day for EE who operates Class A vehicle, min of 50%+ operation/day.
STANDBY PAY2 hours straight-time for standby on regularly scheduled work day
3 hours straight-time for standby on regularly scheduled days off and fixed City holidays
CALL BACK PAY3 hours min @ OT rate for FLSA nonexempt. First 3 hours can't be taken as comp time but paid to EE.
WORK IN A HIGHER CLASSIf work min of 3 consecutive workdays, paid @ 5% differential or the minimum of the salary range of the higher classification.
COURT PAY/COURT CANCELLATION PAYIf in connection with EE's usual official duties, 3 hrs min @ OT, or 4 hrs min @ OT for those required to appear on normal day off or on graveyard shift.
SUPPORT SERVICES TRAINING OFFICER PAY$90/pay period for full pay period while assigned.
BILINGUAL PAY$60/pay period for both written & conversational. Must be certified by Department Head and approved by Admin Services Director, and used on the job.
$35/pay period for conversation level as certified by Department Head and approved by Admin Services Director.
TELEPHONE PAY20 minutes and for each minute exceeding 20 minutes at OT rate.
CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE Standard = $40/month (if authorized)
See Administrative Regulation 36 for details.
COMMERCIAL DRIVERS' LICENSE PAY$35/pay period with valid CA Commercial Driver's License and valid DOT medical card.
OT COMP & COMP TIME OFFOT for > 40 hrs/week or > 8 hrs/day in a reg scheduled day or hrs in excess of those normally scheduled & worked/day @ 1 ½ x reg. pay or Comp Time in lieu of OT for FLSA nonexempt. Accrued Comp Time in excess of 100 hours must be paid out.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 75% reimbursement fortuition & books
For undergraduate studies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime max
For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime max
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS100% reimbursement for required licenses and certifications
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Three (3) sessions per incident per family member. Unlimited telephonic consultations.
FLSA WORK PERIOD168 hour pay period beginning Monday at 12:01 a.m., ending 7 days later on Sunday at 12:00 midnight. If an EE is not on this work week schedule, something must be in writing documenting EE's work week.
For WR Operator series : 168 hour period beginning Sunday at 12:00 midnight,
ending 7 days later on Saturday at 11:59 p.m.
PAY PERIODS26 pay periods per year
Benefits listed are for regular full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for 30-hour and 20-hour employees.
ER = Employer
EE = Employee
FT = Full-Time
PT = Part-Time
Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
