Miami County

Engineering Technician I

Miami County Engineer's Office - Troy, OH - Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general direction, compiles, analyzes, and comprehends civil engineering information to create construction drawings and/or support the engineering activities of the organization. Conducts surveys utilizing various survey instruments, inspects the construction of bridges, culverts and roadways, assists in preparing bid specifications, undertakes traffic engineering/signing projects, plans and performs surveys for ditch petitions and drainage related projects, and responds to public inquiries and complaints concerning county highways and related issues. Reports to the Chief Deputy Engineer.

QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree preferred in civil engineering or a related field with advanced coursework in surveying. One to three years of relevant work experience which evidences an advanced knowledge of highway and bridge construction techniques, inspection techniques, surveying, traffic engineering, and/or construction estimating; or any combination of education, training and work experience which provides the required skill sets to perform the essential functions of the position.

License, certificate, or registration requirements: Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License. (Engineer Intern Preferred).

DUTIES:
  • Assists in topographical, location and construction surveys using various survey instruments.
  • Designs and draws highway and bridge related construction plans, using computer-based resources and software.
  • Participates in the inspection of all phases of bridge and highway construction, including the annual inspection of bridges within the county’s jurisdiction.
  • Processes applications for various permits required by the public, associated with work activity undertaken within the road right-of-way.
  • Prepares specifications and reviews bids for highway and bridge related construction projects and prepares contracts for same. Assists in preparing specifications and reviewing bids for purchase of equipment and materials for use by the engineering and highway departments.
  • Inspects and inventories road culverts county-wide and recommends/coordinates replacement when necessary.
  • Serves as utility coordinator for various road and bridge related construction projects.
  • Responds to inquiries and complaints from public officials and the general public regarding highway, bridge and drainage-related issues.
  • Serves as a liaison between county and township officials regarding township road improvements.  Compiles information from township trustees regarding roads to be centerlined and/or edglined.
  • Assists in management of the county ditch maintenance program, including ditch inspection, tax assessment determination, work order preparation, and coordination of ditch maintenance projects.
  • Assists in the investigation and analysis of hazardous traffic locations on county and township highways. Compiles and evaluates accident data to develop possible solutions leading to safer highways, and subjects potential solutions to cost benefit analyses.
  • Operates county-owned motor vehicles in the support of job-related duties and responsibilities.    
  • Works overtime based on the needs of the organization.
  • May be required to work non-standard work hours to support organizational needs in the case of a regional emergency/catastrophe.
  • Interacts with the public in a courteous manner.
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
  • Performs other similar or related duties as assigned by the Chief Deputy Engineer based upon the needs of the organization.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both in an office environment and outside where employee may be exposed to extremes in temperatures and weather conditions, noise, dirt, grease, vibration, electrical and mechanical hazards, dust and chemicals. The employee may be subject to eyestrain when using computers. Employee is required to wear personal protective equipment such as hard hat, safety glasses or goggles, heavy/rubber gloves, seatbelts, ear muffs/plugs, high-visibility reflective attire and related safety clothing/gear as required.
 
HOURSMonday – Friday
COMPENSATION$20.00 to $30.00 per hour/ DOQ
FLSANon-Exempt from Overtime
BENEFITSMedical, Health Savings Account County Contribution, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for Health & Dependent Care, OPERS Retirement with Employer Contribution of 14% (Higher for Law Enforcement), Deferred Compensation Programs, Paid Vacation & Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Discounts, Fitness Center Discounts

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: The Miami County Board of Commissioners, including those agencies under other elected officials, is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions in a discriminatory manner based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabilities that can be reasonably accommodated, or veteran status. The County complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

This policy prohibits both discrimination based on any of the above-listed protected characteristics, retaliation against a person who opposes or complains about prohibited conduct, or participates in any way in the complaint, investigation, or reasonable accommodation processes.

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