Engineering Technician I

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for an Engineering Technician Ito join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative Survey team. The successful candidate will perform a full range of engineering support assignments related to engineering, survey, and construction in both the field and office within the Public Works Department. Incumbents at this level generally perform tasks that are guided by established procedures or as directed by their lead worker, supervisor, and/or manager.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepare, write, and review, for completeness and accuracy, a variety of work to include reports, procedures, plans and documents for Public Works projects.
• Performs general engineering calculations, drafting, testing, data/material collection, database maintenance, analysis and related reporting or report preparation.
• Sets up and maintains traffic control zones for the safety of workers, motorists, and pedestrians.
• Operate, maintain, and clean various survey, engineering and construction instruments and tools.
• Proactively communicates, provides information and is responsive to inquiries, resolves problems, and meets with the general public, contractors, property owners, developers, engineers and other stakeholders.
• Collect data and reduce field notes for electronic data processing including but not limited to calculating elevations, material quantities, sight distance, etc.

To view the full job classification, click here:Engineering Technician I
Essential Personnel
This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures to meet operational requirements and needs.
Message to potential applicants
We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.

The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide quality public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.
Our Core Values:

• Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service - We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation - We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
• Safety - We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork - We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.

Mission - to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision - The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Inclusion, Equity and Diversity - Thurston County Public Works values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, inclusion means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.
What we offer our employees:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paidholidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules:Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness:This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Why you'll love it here
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.

• Associates degree in survey, civil engineering, or closely related field and;
• Two (2) years experience in related field and office experience performing support technical tasks in survey, engineering, or construction.
• Additional experience may substitute educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience using computers and relevant software.
• A valid Driver's License. (As a condition of employment, employee must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License within 30 days of employment.)
• Depending on area of assignment applicants may be required to have specialized experience or certifications associated with the position (e.g. Supervision, Bridge Inspection, flagger certification, etc.)

• Knowledge and ability to accurately:
  1. Interpret engineering plans.
  2. Read, write and review legal descriptions.
  3. Research survey records using WebXtender, title companies, local land surveyors, and Thurston County records.
• Efficiently use Carlson SurvCE and or Trimble Access data collector software.

Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is Darin Zenkner, County Surveyor, 360-867-2377

This position is:

• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits

Items required for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Supplemental Questions

Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston CountyEmployment Type: Regular Full-Time Employee