State of Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Jun 04, 2023
Full Time
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 3 - CREW 017 - Requisition ID: 16496 Recruitment Type: Open Competitive Posting Close Date: 6/16/2023 Geographical Location: Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson Department:DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Division: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Business Unit: HR-TRANSPORTATION ADMIN Work Type:PERMANENT *Pay Grade: GRADE 30 Salary Range: $41,989.68 - $61,616.88 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time Recruiter: STEPHANIE L SWANSON Phone: 775 888-7276 Email: stephanie.swanson@dot.nv.gov Position Description Under general supervision incumbents perform one or more of the duties described in the series concept at the journey level, perform technical engineering work by applying a variety of methods and practices in compiling technical data, using computer aided software, operating specialized equipment, and preparing technical engineering documents. Engineering Technicians perform a broad range of duties involving technical engineering work in support of professional engineers including drafting, engineering calculations, surveying, materials and soils testing, construction inspection, roadway design, right-of-way engineering, planning, permitting and inspection, water rights appropriation and land acquisition in support of civil or related professional engineering work. Work requires the application of technical engineering skills, methods and practices in compiling technical data, drafting, computer aided software, operating specialized equipment and preparing engineering related documents. This position is located in Las Vegas, District I in the Location Division, Crew 017. The candidate for this position will be assigned to a Land Surveying crew that performs a wide range of field and office services such as but not limited to Establishing Aerial Photogrammetry Control, Performing Cadastral Retracement, Establishing Precision Control Networks, Setting Monumentation and Retracement of Right-of-way and other Boundaries. As an Engineering Technician on this crew, you will be responsible for setting up field equipment such as Tripods, Global Positioning Gear, Optical Total Stations, Digital Levels, Lidar Scanners, and other Land Surveying Gear. You will also be expected to learn the operation of these items and support the other crew members in the Surveying Efforts. A good amount of walking, climbing, lifting, and driving are requirements for this position as outlined in the Positions Physical Characteristics. You will also be required to fill out paperwork and forms, keep equipment and trucks maintained and generally be of assistance as needed and directed by a supervisor. This position requires out of town travel most of the time and requires the ability to withstand harsh weather climate both hot and cold. To see full Class Specifications,visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-6_0/ Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, physics, math or closely related field and one year of experience in a specialized engineering function or program area which involved the application of work procedures, standards and controls; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of experience as described above; OR one year of experience as an Engineering Technician II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. Special Requirements This position requires a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. *The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Nearest Major Market: Las Vegas Closing Date/Time: 6/16/2023