Senior Engineering Technician

(Support) Senior Engineering Technician 

Regulatory Compliance/Remote Monitoring

SALARY RANGE

$32.00 - $38.00 Hourly
$66,560.00 - $79,040.00 Annually

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Performs a variety of technical activities in support of various programs related to the operation and maintenance of MSD’s Remote Monitoring Section. Provides project, contract, and asset management in addition to planning and scheduling; conducts a variety of technical evaluations and investigations. Prepares reports of moderate complexity. Performs the more technical duties related to the assigned area of responsibility; assists in providing technical guidance to lower-level engineering technician staff. Performs in-depth investigations to diagnose root cause of problems and develops cost effective solutions. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KSAs):

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.) 
  
Knowledge of: 
Principles of engineering as related to  wastewater collection system infrastructure (e.g. real time control, pump stations, force mains, valves, gravity mains, buildings sewer connections, manholes, wet wells, grit pits, combines sewer overflow facilities, sensors, gates and in-line storage). 
Equipment and techniques used to clean, inspect, monitor, repair and rehabilitate wastewater and collection system assets. 
Principles and practices of construction related to wastewater collection system infrastructure. 
Principles and practices of surveying; set-up and use of surveying equipment. 
City of Cincinnati engineering standards. 
City of Cincinnati Safety Manual and principles and practices of medical first aid. 
Rules and regulations pertaining to assigned area of responsibility. 
Principles and practices of drafting by hand and with AutoCAD and/or ArcView. 
Techniques of production of technical drawings and reproducing plans, drawings, etc. 
Principles and practices of producing property surveys, preliminary surveys and construction layouts. 
Technical mathematics: algebra, trigonometry, geometry, etc.; mathematical functions related to engineering. 
Electronics relating to assigned area of responsibility. 
Pertinent state, federal and local laws, regulations and codes, including residential construction standards, plumbing and building codes. 
  
Skill to: 

Code/Debug in Python Programming Language (Moderate)
Use Windows-based personal computers. 

Use Apple Technologies Based Products
Use Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, and other assigned software. 

Troubleshoot Electronic Devices such as telemetry devices, sensors, data loggers etc
Operate survey related equipment and other equipment related to assigned area of responsibility. 

Use designated computer software packages with engineering functions, databases, and word processing in performance of assigned duties. 
Perform strenuous manual labor tasks, e.g. moving manhole covers, carrying equipment, clearing brush, etc. 
Perform physical tasks such as climbing, bending, kneeling, etc. in performance of duties. 
Communicate complex information in terms such that non-technical people can understand. 
Exhibit excellent customer service skills with external and internal customers 
Work effectively with customers, community officials, stakeholders, and organizational officials. 
Use a laptop computer in the field, as required. 
Operate assigned vehicle or equipment (no CDL required). 
   
Ability to: 

Follow procedural instructions and ask questions as necessary

Interpret and understand principles of various types of graphs and tables used in data analytics
Work independently and productively with integrity and transparency 
Complete assigned drafting tasks, using manual and CAD methods. 

Complete assigned tasks and meet required deadlines

Schedule, Participate and/or Conduct in-person or on-line meetings
Work effectively in a team-based environment with a diverse group of people from a wide variety of backgrounds and skill sets 
Perform mathematical calculations and engineering calculations of moderate complexity relating to wastewater and stormwater collection systems, and data analysis tasks. 
Logically solve problems and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in workflows and processes 
Conduct assigned specialized inspections and generate/provide reports effectively communicating the findings
Read and understand plans, maps, plats and related documents. 
Accurately assimilate raw data and operational records into meaningful reports and activity schedules. 
Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws, codes and regulations. 
Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills and present written and verbal reports. 
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 
Conduct research via computer and by personal search of files, records, etc.
Lead lower-level staff in performance of work functions. 

Review and manage invoices and contracts. 
Adapt to the utilization of evolving specialized software packages including online workflow applications, GIS-based applications and CMMS systems. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 
  
OPEN: 

Each applicant must have experience in the following:  

• - Performing technical work of considerable difficulty and responsibility in wastewater collection systems, special investigations, or engineering project management. 
• - Performing Programming/Coding and Debugging in Python of moderate level
• - Data Analysis
• - Completing technical drawings and drafting for preliminary and final plans and reviewing and revising plans. 
  
  AND successful completion of 30 semester (45 quarter) credit hours at an accredited college or university in engineering, civil engineering, engineering mathematics, engineering computer applications, computer aided drafting (CAD), geographic information systems, or related courses.     
    
  Other Requirements 
  Possession of a valid driver's license. 
  
  
   

WORKING AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

WORKING CONDITIONS
  
Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions outdoors; work with or in water, below ground, in confined spaces, on slippery or uneven surfaces; work with machinery, around moving vehicles, in or near public roadways; work on ladders, scaffolds, etc.; exposure to: dust from construction, fumes from sewage, poison oak/ivy, noise and vibrations; work around radiant and electrical energy. 
  
Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; moderate and heavy lifting and carrying; reaching, pulling, pushing; climbing, kneeling, bending; general manual dexterity required; must be able to operate assigned vehicle. 
  

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.) 
  
Perform basic project management tasks associated with Remote Monitoring, Modeling or Collection System projects.  
Plan, review, and participate in the work of staff responsible for performing Remote Monitoring for MSDGC.

Create schematics/maps for assigned projects; make various prints of plans as necessary. 
Prepare contract documents 
Prepare and monitor budgets; review and approve invoices and financial records 
Participate in office and field tasks as assigned; operate a variety of standard engineering and surveying instruments and tools; oversee regular equipment maintenance and troubleshooting tasks; participate in field data collection activities as assigned; process and analyze field data; complete construction layouts, preliminary surveys and property surveys; manage the work of field crews, as assigned. 
Perform the more complex technology and computer-related tasks in the assigned area of responsibility; configure and troubleshoot specialized flow monitoring equipment and telemetry devices, computers and software; create and maintain computer databases as assigned; conduct assigned computer research tasks; conduct research of other files and plans as assigned, including City records, County records and utility service maps; use standard office software as appropriate. 
Assist in training, monitoring and providing technical guidance to lower-level technical engineering staff, and contracted staff 
Compile various maps for use within the department and by the general public; compile and present information in the form of reports, charts, graphs, etc. as required; make a variety of prints and copies as necessary. 
Conduct specialized inspections as assigned; maintain appropriate records; present appropriate reports in verbal or written form. 
Investigate and respond to complaints from citizens and others. 
Perform various manual labor tasks as assigned for completion of various projects; complete various mathematical calculations as assigned. 
Consult with engineers, designers and other professionals; coordinate their activities with those of the City in regard to specific projects; explain and interpret City codes, policies and procedures. 
Assist those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient and professional manner. 
Perform related duties as assigned. 

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Twelve Months 
  

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May exercise technical and functional supervision over technical personnel.