This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
DPW is currently recruiting multiple Senior Engineering Technician positions that support work in several divisions, including Facilities Management (FM) Division, Transportation and Hydraulic Services (THS) Division, Engineering Services (ES) Division, and Development Services (DS) Division.
This position will be responsible for providing technical support to a variety of Public Works’ projects through planning, detailed design, bid and award, procurement, construction, post construction, and code compliance. This position may supervise and train lower level engineering technicians and/or administrative staff.
FM delivers facilities maintenance and support services to provide safe, efficient, comfortable, attractive, and functional buildings and facilities. This position administers procurement processes and minor public works contracts, supports yard management duties of the Central Service Corporation Yard, and serves as the liaison with tenants from four separate City Departments and two Non-Profit Organizations.
THS is responsible for the design, construction, and master plan of bridges, culverts, streets, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, pump stations, streetlights, landscape and hardscape improvements, traffic signals, and supports construction and engineering, upgrade, and revitalization of the San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility.
ES is comprised of four sections: Construction Management Services, Structural Engineering and Code Inspection, Material Testing Laboratory, and Survey. This division provides technical support services for Capital Improvement Projects, development/utility permit projects, inspection oversight, Underground Service Alert (USA) services, land surveying, monument preservation services, field and laboratory testing, pavement design and evaluations, and building code inspection services.
DS provides permitting services for development projects and reviews plans and issuance of permits for the construction of utility infrastructure and encroachment on City streets. This division is also responsible for program including storm water control, flood hazard zones, geologic hazard zones, grading and erosion control, mapping, street and easement vacation, and special assessment districts.
Key Responsibilities for THS, ES, and DS:
(Dependent upon the position/discipline for which they may be selected.)
- Interprets, analyzes, and reviews construction plans, topographic survey data, field notes, video inspections, detailed drawings, charts, and technical specifications.
- Prepares schematic drawings and final design plans using manual and computer-aided drafting, visual aids for project presentations, engineering calculations, quantity take-off, and cost estimating for proposed capital improvement projects.
- Performs field investigations, as required, to review and verify existing field conditions, and make field measurements and notes.
- Coordinates utility plan requests and project design plan review with other agencies and other City departments.
- May assist in the solicitation of bids, bid opening, bid analysis and award of construction contracts, and provide construction support such as processing construction contracts, material submittals, payletters, contract change orders, and other pertinent documents during the construction and close-out phases of projects.
- Initiates contracts to maintain, repair, renew, or make additions to City facilities, administers and inspects progress of work; verifies quality of work and approves for payment
- Performs technical planning and research, basic design approach, and the layout of assigned projects including civil, electrical mechanical, and hydraulic provisions.
- Reviews a variety of construction plans, as built drawings, and cost estimates for compliance and/or consistency with project specifications and requirements.
- Performs sub-professional engineering, architectural, and landscape architectural studies of moderate difficulty for projects.
- Conducts geological and historical research; reviews soil reports that describe soil condition, type, seismic hazards, and related factors.
- Operates and utilizes a variety of specialized software programs relevant to work performed.
- Performs a variety of project and office support technical tasks such as scheduling work requests, routing test reports, and providing assistance to field inspection staff.
- Prepares graphical documents for reports and presentations.
- May inspect actual field construction of rough and finished grading, storm and sanitary sewer systems, placement of bed rock, installation of concrete structures, utility installations, street lights, signal systems, electrical installations, and municipal buildings, and landscaping.
- Conducts traffic surveys, and prepares findings and recommendations.
- Designs street light systems, including preparation of maps, diagrams, plans, contract documents, specifications and cost estimates; alters existing criteria in order to meet new requirements.
- Reads construction plans, maps and survey field notes to produce a contiguous map of the City; prepares computer readable data to produce maps and reports; prepares formats; prepares work orders for changes in the computer model
- Analyzes roadway improvement priorities; separates capital improvements from general improvements; reviews aerial prints and maps; researches plans and records of survey; and field checks projects.
- May record field notes and prepare maps and sketches from survey data; gathers information and data to determine needs and work methods for proposed surveys, sets up, adjusts and operates basic survey instruments.
- Performs field work, geological and historical research, research into soil condition and type, seismic hazards, etc. and prepares environmental clearances and EIR’s.
Key Responsibilities for Facilities Management:
- Supervises one or more technicians and/or inspectors and schedules assignments according to priority.
- Manages hazardous materials handling, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations and serves on related committees citywide.
- Creates and maintains databases and prepares technical reports related to life cycle cost analysis in citywide facilities and maintenance oversight of the City’s Non-Profit Operated Facilities.
- Administers minor public works contracts, consultant agreements, and procurement processes.
- Works with outside consultants and contractors to develop and maintain programs in the repair, maintenance, and improvements of City Facilities.
- Reviews and prepares plans and specifications, bid documents, and administers contracts, gives final inspection, and acceptance of projects.
- Organizes and maintains plan room and Hazardous Material Library for City Facilities.
- Manages parking and access control system for the Central Service Yard.
Competencies
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:
Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.
Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Continuous Improvement – Actively identifies new areas for learning and regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities.
Decision Making – Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
Initiative – Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate.
Technology Use/Management - Uses efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the workplace and improve program effectiveness.
