Engineering Technician I

Position Overview

Salary: $20.53 - $25.66/hr. Compensation: $41,050 - $51,313 per year.Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm; Some evening/weekend work required.

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting values such as exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability.

The City of Fort Worth Water Capital Delivery, In-House Design Group is seeking an Engineering Technician I. The selected candidate will be responsible for reading engineering plans, spec books, and water and sewer maps while providing technical assistance to professional engineering staff and maintaining engineering records.

Key Responsibilities

• Applies survey information and field notes to create designs and drawings for various engineering and planning projects
• Assists engineering staff in the preparation of engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and construction project estimates
• Reviews plans for compliance with City standards and general construction practices
• Performs a variety of tasks in support of the assigned area, including design and drafting
• Provides information to the public, contractors, and consultants relative to guidelines and procedures
• Conducts project site visits to take measurements and verify existing field conditions

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED
• Requirements: Valid Class "C" driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Qualifications: Proficient use of Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Must pass Drug Screen, Physical, and Tuberculosis screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using GIS
• 3 or more months experience using AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Associate's Degree in a technical or related field

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: 11 Paid Holidays
• Benefits: Medical
• Benefits: Dental
• Benefits: Vision
• Benefits: Paid Time Off
• Benefits: Pension Plan
• Benefits: Professional Development Opportunities