Engineering Technician I OMJST

Engineering Technician I - Omjst

Worksite Location: 3530 Central Ave SW, Canton, OH 44705

Number of Openings: 1

How to Apply: APPLY DIRECT to City of Canton using the following information:

Rate of pay at each step: 1. $22.51 2. $23.66 3. $26.40 4. $27.88 5. $29.46

Employment at the City of Canton comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, paid vacations, paid holidays, a retirement plan, and sick time.

Applicants MUST submit a copy of a valid driver's license or other photo ID along with their application and any other pertinent documentation. This is an open examination. All applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or have a permanent resident card.

Job Description

General Statement Of Duties:

Employees in this classification perform all aspects of water related engineering work for the department. This person will play an active role in various Water Department projects including but not limited to: Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of the G.I.S system; cross connection and backflow prevention program; computerized water quantity and quality modeling; water main installation or replacement; leak detection studies; valve maintenance programs; asset management; computer aided drafting and design; cost estimation. This classification is responsible for preparing various relevant reports and correspondence. Other related duties similar in nature may also apply.

Minimum Requirements:

Must possess an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university of recognized standing in Civil Engineering Technology; Geographic Information Systems (G.I.S.)., Geography; Cartography; Surveying; or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience. Any combination of knowledge, training, and experience which provides the necessary skills and abilities may be acceptable.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, mathematics, spatial data, and relevant Ohio EPA requirements as they relate to public water systems. Must possess the ability to work independently and/or in a group setting with minimal supervision. Must possess the skill and ability to apply fundamental civil engineering, surveying, map reading, and computer science concepts to everyday tasks. Must have the skill and ability to apply EPA requirements, AWWA, and Ten State Standards to the evaluation of engineering plans and departmental projects. Must have the skill and ability to interpret USGS Quadrangle Maps; utilize tabular databases such as Microsoft Excel and Access; and operate a variety of office equipment, including computers, scanners, plotters, printers, CD/DVD burners, and copiers. Must have the ability to operate G.I.S. data-logging equipment and basic surveying equipment. Significant relevant experience in one or more of the following: civil engineering practices, computer-assisted