Seasonal Engineering Technician Intern

Description

DODGE COUNTY

TITLE: ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

BAND BGRADE 3SUBGRADE 1DIVISION: HighwayACCOUNTABLE TO: Assistant EngineerCLASS CODE: Non-ExemptPRIMARY LOCATION: Dodge CenterNORMAL HOURS: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.DATE OF LAST REVISION: 8/1/2024

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Assistant County Engineer, performs routine engineering, survey, and maintenance activities according to specific instructions and project requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Performs the collection of survey data while operating GPS equipment and levels for the design and construction of roads and bridges.

Makes independent decisions in the field to determine best fit of established construction plans in order to lead a survey team in staking projects.

Performs field inspections and material tests of contractor's operations and supplied materials for acceptance and conformance to plans and specifications by using basic engineering equipment (ie. aggregate sieves, scales, levels, DCP, slump cone).

Maintain accurate database of County owned infrastructure assets (ie, in place culverts, guardrail, and bridges) and perform routine inspection of those assets.

May assist on various highway maintenance duties as required.

Performs engineering research work in the office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Curiosity and an aptitude toward construction and creation of infrastructure.

Calculate mathematical computations accurately; comprehend use of technical engineering instruments; comprehend and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, engineers, contractors, and the general public.

CORE COMPETENCIES OF POSITION:

Knowledge of Work Rules. Develops and maintains a thorough working knowledge of all department and applicable jurisdictional policies and procedures in order to help facilitate compliance with such policies and procedures by all staff members.

Commitment to the Work Group. Develops respectful, cooperative and productive work relationships with co-workers, including the demonstrated willingness to help newer staff so their respective job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible.

Commitment to Customer Service. Demonstrates by personal example the service quality and integrity expected from all staff members. Represent Dodge County in a professional manner to the general public, employees and other outside contact/constituencies in a manner that helps maintain and enhance Dodge County's reputation as well managed and citizen oriented.

Communication. Confer regularly with and keep one's immediate supervisor informed of all important matters pertaining to those functions and job responsibilities for which they are accountable.

Productivity and Work Organization. Demonstrates ability to plan, organize and accomplish work in a timely and effective manner. Report to work location on time and on a regular basis.

Problem Solving and Decision Making. Exercise good judgment in problem solving, analytical thinking, and independent thinking as it relates to departmental and county procedures, problems, and policy interpretations.

Safety Rules and Procedures. Know and observe the safety policies and procedures of the county. Perform tasks in a safe and efficient manner while using appropriate safety equipment, clothing, and devices.

ACCESS TO NOT PUBLIC DATA:

The employee in this position may encounter not public data in the course of these duties. Any access to not public data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that are necessary to fulfill the employment responsibility. While data are being accessed, incumbent should take reasonable measures to ensure the not public data are not accessed by individuals without a work reason. Once the work reason to access the data is reasonably finished, incumbent must properly store the not public data according to the provisions Ch. 13.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

Work may be dirty and potentially hazardous at times; subject to injury caused by being struck by a vehicle while working on the highways. Work in adverse weather conditions. Work long days during construction season. Work may involve carrying objects weighing over fifty (50) pounds.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION:

In the highway department with minimum staff each employee is responsible to do various tasks.

SAFETY POLICY:

It is the responsibility of every employee of Dodge County to know and observe the safety policies and procedures of the County. Each employee is expected to perform tasks in a safe and efficient manner while using appropriate safety equipment, clothing, and devices.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements:

Part I: Physical Requirements

Section A

The physical mobility requirements of this job are to spend:

Section B

The physical effort requirements of this job are

# of pounds lifted

Section C

The physical dexterity requirements of this job are to operate:

8

hours a day sitting

50

pounds lifted waist high

X

a telephone

8

hours a day standing

30

pounds lifted shoulder high

X

Computer/electronic equipment

8

hours a day walking

15

pounds lifted above the head

X

hand tools

1

hours a day kneeling

X

Electric tools

1

hours a day stooping

X

Manipulate small objects

3

miles a day walked

50

pounds are carried alone

4

feet climbed using a ladder

100

pounds are carried with someone else

100

feet climbed on an incline

100

distance weight must be carried (feet)

40

feet climbed using stairs

50

pounds are pushed

50

pounds are pulled

25

pounds are held

Part II: Sensory Abilities

The checked items listed below are sensory requirements needed for this job. Items are critical, useful, or not required.

Part III: Mental Effort

The mental efforts required on a daily basis are:

critical

useful

X

see

X

reading

X

Analyzing data

X

distinguish colors

X

writing

X

Searching for solutions

X

hear or listen

X

basic arithmetic

X

Creating methodologies

X

taste

X

mathematics

X

Conducting research

X

smell

X

weighing and/or measuring

X

Managing resources

X

touch

X

visualizing conclusions

Evaluating performance of others

X

speak

Part IV: Work Environment

The elements of this job's work environment are (complete all that apply):

2

hours a day spent working under time pressure

X

The condition of the air is clean (controlled)

X

The noise level is normal

2

hours a day spent working rapidly

X

The condition of the air is normal/average

X

The noise level is loud, requiring ear protection

100

% of time spent indoors

X

The condition of the air is dusty/dirty

X

The surface of the working environment is level

100

% of time spent outdoors

X

The condition of the air is wet/humid

X

The surface of the working environment is sloping

25

% of time spent in an automotive vehicle

X

The condition of the air is affected by fumes, smoke etc.

X

The surface of the working environment is uneven

90

% of time spent at a desk, bench or window

X

The surface of the working environment is slippery

90

% of time spent in an office or control room

Part V: Additional Comments: This information reflects any possible working scenarios, working environments and working conditions.