New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service · 19 hours ago
Senior Engineering Technician
New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician to assist in civil engineering work and provide engineering support services. The role involves inspecting construction projects, managing survey parties, and analyzing engineering data.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Perform field tests of materials and construction, such as compaction tests and concrete air content tests
Visually inspect projects to determine compliance with specifications and commonly accepted construction methods and standards
Compute quantities of materials used, such as volumes, lengths, and batch slip weights, to determine correct payment of contract estimates
Provide routine interpretations of construction specifications to contractor
Meet with contractor’s on-site project supervisor to discuss and resolve problems noted during inspection, prepare inspection reports, noting problems and methods to correct them
Assist in or compiles records for projects from beginning of construction to completion
Gather all information needed for preparation of contract plans
Provide computer-aided drafting (CAD) support in the performance of field and technical investigations, drafting, surveying assistance, contract management, and engineering consulting
Provide Geographic Information Systems (GIS) support in the preparation of maps, sketches and diagrams of sites and proposed projects from data gathered from field surveys and office records
Prepares estimates of quantities of different materials needed for individual projects and calculates estimated project costs by pricing material and labor at prevailing rates
Prepare draft narrative and graphic material for inclusion in contract specifications
Assist in preparing alternate project plans, including evaluating efforts of different proposals on surrounding area and population and summarizing cost of alternatives
Perform engineering research and planning activities
May perform supervisory duties at assigned facility/s including but not limited to training, direct supervision, and assist in performance evaluations of subordinate staff. May fill-in for supervisor during absences as needed
Periodic overtime may be required
Periodic travel may be required to other facilities; to attend training; or other requirements related to duties as needed
Other job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Three years of full time satisfactory experience in field or office civil engineering work
An Associate degree from a technical institute or community college in engineering science, civil engineering technology, or architectural technology for two years of the experience
College training leading to a Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture, on a year-for-year basis
Any satisfactory combination of technical institute, community college or college training in engineering science, civil engineering technology, architectural technology, or college training as described above, on a year for year basis
Two years technical experience in the field of automated cartography; or completion of two years of college or technical institute studies in cartography, computer-aided drafting (CAD), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or planning and surveying
Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of New York
May be required to acquire and maintain a military driver's license to operate military vehicles and equipment in accordance with NGB standards to include medical evaluation requirements – current and as amended
In accordance with NGB standards, will be required to obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation, and have an appropriate clearance to allow access to computer networks and restricted areas to determine suitability, loyalty, and trustworthiness
Must be comfortable working at heights such as climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, platforms and lifts
Must be able to read and write in English
Must have demonstrated knowledge and qualifying experience in the use of CAD and GIS software
Must be familiar with and be able to independently use commonly utilized software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel
Required to have or successfully complete within 90 days of receiving computer access, all SFS, SLMS and other computer training as related to position duties
Upon hire must meet and maintain as necessary any and all New York State or Federal certification/license requirements
At all times, the employee MUST maintain minimum standards in accordance with current, and as amended, agency, statutory and NGB requirements and directives
Company
New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service
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