Join our team as an Engineering Tech II! In this role, you’ll manage capital construction projects, lead survey crews, and gather vital public infrastructure data. You’ll also prepare detailed engineering plans, maps, estimates, and reports. Ensure City standards are met by reviewing and monitoring private development projects and conducting final inspections. Your expertise will help resolve engineering-related inquiries and complaints. If you're ready to advance your technical skills and make a significant impact on our community's infrastructure, we want you on board.

Salary will increase to $29.39 per hour after successfully completing a six-month probationary period.

Key Responsibilities

Project Oversight & Compliance

Oversee capital construction projects, ensuring compliance with City standards and managing essential project documentation.
Measure work progress, process payments, and conduct final acceptance inspections of private development projects.
Direct and conduct testing of contractor's work and materials, utilizing and adjusting basic testing equipment.
Issue permits for water and sewer taps; perform field inspections for contractor compliance.
Review plans and specifications for adherence to City standards.

Surveying & Engineering

Serve as survey party chief or crew member, using equipment such as transits, levels, GPS, and electronic total stations.
Prepare engineering drawings, designs, details, and standards from complex survey notes or electronic data. Compile data and prepare preliminary reports on public infrastructure, including location, dimensions, and condition.

Data Management & Documentation

Update permanent engineering files, records, and maps to document changes, additions, and corrections to City infrastructure.
Research property ownership and legal descriptions at the County Clerk's office. Provide field locates for City water and sewer facilities.

Public Interaction & Support

Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public, consultants, contractors, agencies, utility companies, and City departments regarding engineering operations.
Address public complaints related to street, drainage, water, and sewer issues.

Additional Duties

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Needed Knowledge & Skills

High school diploma or equivalent, with additional vocational or college courses in civil engineering, surveying, or construction.
Three years of relevant experience in civil engineering, engineering technology, or surveying; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and ArcGIS is preferred.

Required Knowledge & Skills

Strong grasp of mathematics, including trigonometry.
Basic proficiency in Excel.
Knowledge of civil engineering and surveying principles, practices, and equipment.
Understanding of construction practices and equipment.
Competence in using computers and relevant software.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Skill in applying engineering standards and specifications to evaluate work.
Capacity to plan, organize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in drafting with minimal supervision.
Effective communication with various stakeholders.
Physical stamina for outdoor work in adverse conditions at construction sites. Valid State of Illinois driver's license.

Examination Process

Applicants must successfully complete all portions of the selection process:

1. Excel Proficiency Test All applicants must take a basic Excel proficiency test and pass with a minimum score of 70.00%.

2. Written Examination All applicants passing the Excel test must pass the written test with a minimum score of 70.00%.

3. Oral Interview Applicants passing the written test must pass an oral interview with a minimum score of 70.00%.

4. Veteran Points Applicants passing the written test and oral interview may be eligible to receive 5.00 veteran preference points added to their final examination score.

5. Seniority Points Applicable persons receiving a score of 70.00% or more will receive 0.50 seniority preference points for each full year of continuous City of Decatur AFSCME service. A maximum of 10.0 points may be added to the final examination score.

6. Physical Examination/Background Investigation Applicants placed on the eligible register must pass a physical examination, including a drug screen, conducted by a physician chosen by the Commission, immediately prior to appointment. A background investigation will also be conducted. Final appointment is contingent upon successfully passing all components.

Residency

The Engineering Tech II position is covered under the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) collective bargaining agreement. AFSCME employees shall reside within the corporate limits of Macon County or any municipality extending into Macon County. An appointee may reside outside said limits but must comply no later than 90 days after the completion of the six-month probationary period.

To Apply

Complete an application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/decaturil/jobs/4627025/engineering-tech-ii?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs with all requested relevant information. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Downloading a resume can prefill some application sections.