CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 2 (OPEN)

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CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 2 (OPEN)

Salary

$55,253.43 - $64,759.12 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Classified

Job Number

24-00125 (O)

Department

Various City Departments

Opening Date

11/15/2024

Closing Date

11/29/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

This employee performs a wide variety of technical staff functions related to surveying and/or drafting within an engineering unit of the city; assignments may include preparing property plats and descriptions from survey notes, sketches, researching special projects and records, assisting Engineers with engineering calculations, assisting in conducting accurate topographical, underground, preliminary, property, geodetic, and construction surveys by researching land records, using modern optical and electronic survey instruments, marking and monumenting surveyed lines, and making field notes so that construction of public works projects is in accordance with City and State property laws and survey principles and practices. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

Must have knowledge of all CET 1 duties and complete knowledge of the operations of all survey tools.

Engineering principles, terminology, and standard symbols.

Common survey procedures, terminology, and equipment.

City construction specifications and regulations.

Safety policies and procedures.

Skill to:

Operate survey instruments, specialized computer software and applications.

Make neat, legible drawings and letterings in pencil or ink.

Plot on existing drawings.

Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty, in a proper and safe manner.

Ability to:

Read and interpret property boundaries/construction and civil plans.

Determine elevations, differences of elevation, areas, and slopes.

Produce finished drawings of a moderate degree of complexity from field notes, design data, and sketches.

Read and interpret standard construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with City and State standards.

Work independently and make decisions concerning a project without constant supervision.

Explain engineering concepts to subordinates and to understand information provided by Professional Engineers.

Follow oral and written instructions including directions from supervisors, work assignments, and schedules, safety precautions, and legal descriptions

Perform strenuous physical work (lifting heavy objects such as manhole covers, pounding stakes, clearing brush).

Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Walk considerable distances over rough terrain.

Required Education and Experience

THIS IS AN OPEN JOB POSTING - CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES MAYWANT TO CONSIDER THE PROMOTIONAL JOB POSTING IN THE PROMOTIONAL SECTION OF THE JOB OPPORTUNITIES MENU.

OPEN:

• Each applicant must have two years of experience in engineering technical work performing tasks similar to those performed by a Civil Engineering Technician 1

OR

• One year of experience in engineering technical work performing tasks similar to those performed by a Civil Engineering Technician 1 plus successful completion of twelve semester credit hours at the trade school, technical institute, or college level in relevant courses.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Some positions may require a valid Driver's License.

May need to supply personal car for travel to perform duties.

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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• Yes, I understand and agree

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  Do you understand this position is posted on the City of Cincinnati's website as OPEN to the public and as PROMOTIONAL. Therefore, if you are a current employee it is the applicant's responsibility to check the City of Cincinnati's website and apply to the one or both (open and promotional) posting(s),

• Yes

• No

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  Which of the following educational and work experience requirements do you meet?

• Each applicant must have two years of experience in engineering technical work performing tasks similar to those performed by a Civil Engineering Technician 1

• One year of experience in engineering technical work performing tasks similar to those performed by a Civil Engineering Technician 1 plus successful completion of twelve semester credit hours at the trade school, technical institute, or college level in relevant courses.

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  Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

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  Do you understand that you may need to supply personal car for travel to perform duties?

• Yes

• No

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  Do you understand notifications regarding this position will be sent via email, therefore, it is your responsibility to check your personal email, Government Jobs mailbox, SPAM, JUNK, and CLUTTER FOLDERS for any and all communication sent regarding this position ?

• Yes, I understand.

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Address

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Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

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