Engineering Technician

Job Summary

Under the direction of Engineering Technician Supervisor, prepares plans and specifications for review; performs field project management including survey, inspection, and documentation; and reviews plans for compliance with Des Moines Water Works' requirements or conflicts with Des Moines Water Works facilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Works with engineers to design projects. Collects information on existing assets. Performs field project management. Supervises and conducts testing of water mains, commissions new facilities and coordinates activities of contractors and staff. Uses various survey equipment to create accurate design drawings or as-builts for review by assigned engineer. Prepares specifications for products or procedures, based on existing documents, industry standards, vendor information, and experience, for review by assigned engineer. Coordinates construction activities on water main and facilities projects, including management of impact on Water Works' operations and customers. Completes permit applications required for construction. Coordinates testing of water mains including flushing, pressure testing, chlorination, de-chlorination, and sampling for bacteria testing. Reviews construction plans submitted by other agencies or developers to verify compliance with DMWW requirements or to determine impact on existing DMWW facilities. Creates pay estimates and oversees payments to contractors. Maintains record of material usage and completed work. Reviews material submittals and inspects construction for compliance with plans and specifications. Schedules, arranges, and performs inspections of DMWW assets. Documents construction activities and records as-built information. Performs other duties of similar nature.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Completion of 30 semester hours of post high school technical training in drafting, building construction, or related field. Two years of additional related experience may be substituted for the required post-secondary education. Experience: Three years of experience in maintaining or construction of water distribution systems or five years of experience in general construction. Licenses/Certifications: Must possess a valid Iowa driver's license with good driving record. Must possess an Iowa D.N.R. Grade II Water Distribution Operator's certificate or must obtain it within 19 months of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Basic communication skill