engineering technician Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job description
THIS JOB ANNOUCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
The Engineering Technician position provides a challenging and rewarding opportunity within the Public Works Department, Traffic Engineering Division. Some of the responsibilities include the preparation of traffic operation studies, field reviews, sight distance reviews, feasibility studies, access management studies, safety reviews and the design and preparation of signing, signalization and pavement marking plans; maintenance of traffic plan reviews. The position requires working in a team environment with ability to adapt to new technologies.
General Description
Performs advanced technical work assisting in the review of plans and designs and field work related to analysis and observation of engineering projects.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Special Certifications and Licenses
Preferences
- AA or AS in Engineering Technology or related field.
- Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Engineering Intern (EI) Certificate.
- Advanced level of Maintenance of Traffic certification.
- At least one (1) year of experience with the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation manual, and preparation of Traffic Impact Studies.
- At least one (1) year of experience with traffic engineering software such as "Synchro" or "Highway Capacity Software".
- At least one (1) year of experience in roadway design and/or inspection of roadway work that includes preparation of signing and marking plans and/or the inspection of signs and/or pavement markings.
- At least one (1) year of experience setting up maintenance of traffic in accordance with FDOT standards.
- At least one (1) year of experience utilizing GIS in a traffic engineering or related industry.
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Performs basic engineering design work and drafts plans for various county projects; prepares estimates for designs; reviews construction progress on major projects being built by the County, consulting engineers or outside developers; recommends payment for work performed in accordance with contract.
Reviews and analyzes plans and design specifications with professional engineers, contractors, project managers and other interested parties; assists in the amendment and preparation of final plans and designs for a variety of County projects; tabulates quantities and cost estimates; sets preliminary and final grades; calculates cut and fill.
Conducts inspections for compliance with plats, recommended corrective actions, plan layouts and impact on right of way plans; reviews applications and issues permits in conformance with County regulations and standards; calculates fees; assists in the processing and recordation of plats.
Assists in gathering data pertaining to the specific area of assignment; provides assistance in the analysis and interpretation of data; prepares verbal and written reports based on analysis and findings.
Plans, assigns, and reviews the activities of subordinate technical personnel involved in drafting or data collection activities; provides technical assistance and advice on difficult and unusual problems when necessary; analyzes and reviews completed work for accuracy and design application.
Provides information to the general public relative to engineering data maintained by the County.
Supervises and reviews the work performed by subordinate technical personnel.
Prepares technical specifications for the purchase of materials and equipment used in diversified projects; performs special investigations and field studies of technical and engineering operations; reviews and approves permit applications in conformance with County regulations and standards.
Performs related work as assigned.
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.
County Core Competencies
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
About Broward County Board of County Commissioners
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 1 to 50 Employees
Type: Government
Website: www.broward.org/commission
