ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN8265B1 Pay Grade: 21 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is technical work in an engineering or scientific field. Work involves serving in a wide range of work settings using a variety of engineering or scientific instruments and techniques which require a basic mathematics background and broad experience and training. Work may be limited in scope but complex and exacting in nature. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL B: "Under general supervision…" Employees working under general supervision usually receive some instructions with respect to the details of most assignments but are free to develop their own work sequences within established procedures, methods and policies. They are often physically removed from their supervisor and subject to only periodic checks. Difficulty - LEVEL B: Average… Where the employee is confronted with a variety of duties susceptible to different methods of solution which, in turn, places a correspondingly higher demand upon resourcefulness and concentration. Positions which require the analysis and evaluation of raw data and the rendering of conclusions would, in many instances, fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or technical in nature requiring careful interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL C: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are limited in scope and effect as the work is reviewed occasionally. Errors may cause moderate inefficiency. Costs due to errors may be significant. Contacts - LEVEL B: The purpose of the contact is to plan, coordinate and advise on work efforts, interpret guidelines or instructions, elicit opinions or give guidance on the basis of facts to resolve common issues or problems when the information is not sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are working toward mutual goals and have basically cooperative attitudes. Well developed communication skills are required. Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL B: The work environment involves moderate hazards, risks or discomforts. Exposure to minor deviations from pleasant environmental conditions is normal. Minor to serious injuries are possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL B: Involves functional leadership responsibility. As a "senior worker", performing essentially the same or similar work as those overseen, responsibility includes training, instructing, scheduling and reviewing. As a "project leader" may be responsible for a phase(s) of a single project which includes planning, coordinating and reviewing the work of others. This level may also involve limited administrative responsibility such as participating in the evaluation of work performance. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Engineering Technician Associate class in which incumbents perform a more limited range of duties with supervision provided for new or difficult situations. Differs from the Engineering Technician Senior class in which incumbents are responsible for planning work assignments of others and supervising them in the performance of a wide range of average to difficult tasks; or incumbents work in a more complex or specialized part of an engineering process. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Independently makes a wide variety of tests and visual inspections and prepares required documentation on a variety of projects in order to assure conformity to plans and specifications. Prepares and/or reviews difficult tracings; performs detailed inking and plotting duties; makes required computations in a variety of plans, maps, graphs, charts, and related material; computes material and other volume quantities; details final plans for preliminary sketches and interprets notes from survey crews. Makes field investigations to gather information for water rights evaluations; gathers hydrologic data for map and report publications. Uses computer software and hardware which may include CAD/CAM, creative line drawing, or a symmetric drawing from library or symbols. Reviews information to ascertain correct legal description and ownership records for real property rights. Acts as recorder or operator for precise theolodite angle, electro-optical distance, or precise level survey crews. May serve as lead chain person or operator over a crew of lower level technicians. Directs the collection and validation of well location and utility data using computer equipment to compile, calculate, and batch load data. Directs the collection and validation of field data for traffic control planning studies. Uses electronic and or mechanical equipment to collect information on traffic volume and patterns, compliance with speed limits, and physical properties of highways. Surveys motorists to collect data on highway use. Independently conducts specialized or complex laboratory tests of materials such as metal, cement, asphalt, or paint; makes computations, documents test results and compiles reports. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of the instruments, equipment, and materials used in the appropriate engineering or scientific specialty. *Knowledge of the mathematics used in the appropriate engineering or scientific specialty. *Knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices of the appropriate engineering or scientific specialty. *Knowledge of the sources of technical information and literature, and the methods of obtaining and using them. Abilities *Ability to interpret and explain applicable complex regulations, statutes, plans, specifications, and administrative procedures. *Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. *Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private officials, the public, co-workers and subordinates. *Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to operate a computer and use software for bridge or road design, cartography, hydrologic investigations and other engineering studies. Ability to compile and evaluate technical reports and analyses. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: One year of experience in engineering technical support. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. NC: 06/93 |