Job Summary Clark County Public Works looks for people who can grow, think, lead, and inspire. We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill, passion, and commitment to public service. You enjoy FLEXIBILITY in your working environment. You want to make an IMPACT in the work that you do, and you THRIVE working as part of a team. If this sounds like you then I invite you to learn more about this challenging role. As an Engineering Technician with Preservation Management, you will get to enjoy working both in an office setting and outdoors. You will provide support for the department engineers by performing calculations, information gathering and record keeping. You will perform asset management functions for pavements, culverts, structures, and other transportation assets. This position is represented by Local 17, Professional and Technical Employees. Qualifications Education and Experience: An AS in Engineering Technology (or equivalent experience) and 2-3 years experience in a position equivalent to Assistant Engineering Technician i.e. construction inspection, civil engineering role. A Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field may be substituted for the required experience. Knowledge of: Basic engineering principles, practices, the techniques and equipment involved, physical and mathematical sciences, basic construction practices and safety requirements. Ability to: Interpret construction plans and specifications, use a personal computer, interact with the public and/or contractors, operate basic surveying and test equipment, and perform technical research work on routine engineering problems. Selection Process: Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application. Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process. Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process. Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process. Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education. It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression. First review of candidates will be October 16th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date with no additional notice. Examples of Duties Must have valid driver's license at time of hire. Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Performs inspections of pavements, culverts, miscellaneous structures, unstable slopes, and other assets Inspects construction work on pavement preservation projects Records inspection data electronically Performs non-destructive structural testing of pavement using Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) equipment Operates Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and pavement coring equipment to investigate pavement layer information. Identifies and marks out areas of pavement needing repair Measures repair areas and calculates total quantities for bid item estimates Identifies and develops preservation treatment projects and bid documents Monitors performance of past preservation treatment projects Works with the GIS Department to produce maps of upcoming project work Communicates with the public concerning road conditions and upcoming work Uses personal computers and software applications including Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access Uses database software including PAVER and mapping software, including GIS, Google Earth and GIS-Mo/VUEWorks Is safety conscious - ensuring the safety of self and co-workers Team player attitude - coordinates with co-workers to accomplish tasks Responds to inquiries and complaints from property owners, businesses, and the general public regarding engineering projects Reviews project plans and archives data from projects Collects and maintains base data for engineering studies Performs research activities in County and State records Read and interpret plans and specifications to ensure that projects are built to contract standards Other duties as assigned WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents are required to work both in an office setting and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather conditions, construction sites, moving traffic, and heavy equipment. Much of the field work involves sitting in a vehicle or walking for hours at a time. Subject to working long hours, weekends, and evenings. Essential tasks include use of the telephone, personal computers, office equipment, writing, driving a county or personal vehicle to travel to various work sites. Must be able to effectively communicate to a wide variety of individuals both formally and informally to include over-the phone and face-to-face exchanges. Must be able to read and interpret construction plans and specifications. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Salary Grade Local 17 Engineers.9 Salary Range $33.26 - $44.90- per hour Close Date Open Until Filled Equal Opportunity Employer Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents. Employee Benefits and additional compensation Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents. Retirement Information All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/ If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388. With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy. Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live. Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home. Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people. Candidates will be evaluated based on the content of their applications and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process. Some recruitments may require the following: Assessment, Cover Letter, Practical Exam, Evidence of a valid driver’s license, Criminal Background Check or other requirements. Oral Interviews are conducted with a panel of interviewers. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring department. Employment References may be conducted for the final candidates, including verification of education. You can get more information about job descriptions, pay schedule and employee benefits on the Clark County Human Resources website at www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources.

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