Engineering Technician 3 - Development Services Inspection

Why It's a Great Opportunity:
As an Engineering Technician 3 with the Development Services Inspection Team, you will play a vital role in ensuring that developer funded projects are built to meet requirements as specified in the approved plans and specifications. You will work on a variety of projects that include single family home construction, commercial/industrial building construction, road construction and subdivision construction. You will be the primary County inspector responsible for verifying that sanitary sewer, storm drainage facilities, roads and grading are built in accordance with approved plans and specifications. You will work closely with contractors, engineers, builders, planners, biologists, surveyors, and the general public. You will play a key role during construction as the front-line County representative communicating with the contractor. While you primarily will work independently you will be supported by your inspector coworkers, supervisor, county subject matter experts and management team. Being engaged in these projects will allow you to positively affect and enhance your community and you can take pride in the work you accomplish every day.
Why It's a Great Department:
Planning and Public Works (PPW) is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure Pierce County is positioned to handle growth while building, operating, and maintaining reliable infrastructure to support livable communities. PPW is responsible for a broad and complex portfolio of services that provide unique opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and inspire. We are responsible for the county road and levee systems, sewer systems, airports, ferries, building permits, environmental review, sustainability, community planning, and code enforcement - just to name a few!
Learn more about Planning and Public Works atwww.piercecountywa.org/ppw.
How to be Successful in the Role:
We are looking for you to have familiarity with the skills and knowledge of WSDOT Standard Specifications and Pierce County Standards with an ability to apply those documents to project inspection. The capability to communicate well in person and in writing are critical. To ensure success you will be expected to have the ability to understand construction sequencing and be able to explain details related to approved plans, project specifications and materials standards to the contractor. We are looking for you to be a "self-starter", who is a detail oriented, with a positive attitude, mission focused and who can communicate transparently and concisely.

Your Future in this Role:
There are additional promotional opportunities in this position. The PPW Department has access to numerous training opportunities, which include peer, industry, vendor, and official Pierce County leadership training as well as access to established procedures, standards, practices, and system documentation. Our training program is designed to help you develop as both a professional in your role as an Engineering Technician 3 and as a Pierce County employee. Opportunities for various certifications outside of the county are available with support from the team. A great position, great team, and great benefits that are highly involved in Pierce County's infrastructure and communities.
Core Daily Responsibilities:

• Writes technical reports, or letters to support an engineering task or job function, records information for future use in an engineering function or job.
• Provides technical information and explains policies and procedures to the public, other staff, or groups in person, on the telephone or in writing.
• Performs difficult engineering calculations, drafting, and mapmaking to support a major engineering task or job function; prepares "as built" drawings for approval by civil engineers.
• Conducts on-site inspections or performs the inspection of materials and projects for contract compliance; prepares inspection reports for routine projects.
• Interprets plans and specifications to ensure compliance with project documents as inspector-in-charge of routine engineering projects.
• Develops and maintains project files and other records.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here

• Additional experience may substitute equally for the recruiting requirements.
• Two years of college or post-high school technical training.
• Two or more years of progressively responsible related experience.

Special Requirements and/or Qualifications:

• A valid Washington State driver's license will be required.

Job Details:

• Physical location: 2401 S 35th St, Tacoma, WA 98409
• Salary: $37.90-$48.18

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process, or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?Employment Type: Career Service - Full Time