Posted in General Business about 7 hours ago.
Type: Full-Time
Location: Riverside, California
ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's Transportation Department has opportunities for Engineering Aides or Engineering Technicians I/II in Riverside. The incumbents will support the Survey Division performing field survey work or in office work which will depend on job level classification and experience. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future openings throughout the Department in various locations.
The Engineering Aide will be responsible of the less complex survey field work in the areas of construction surveying, drafting of survey field notes, land survey record research, basic understanding of survey methods and procedures; and performs other related duties as required.
As the candidate progresses, they advance to the Survey Engineering Technician I and subsequently Survey Engineering Technician II, these classifications will be responsible for performing intermediate to advanced level field surveying work that includes a variety of professional tasks that include, but are not limited to the following: preliminary, boundary, design, topographic, GPS, Geodetic, right-of-way, photogrammetric, and construction surveys. The incumbent will also reduce and analyze field observations, be familiar with opening and editing CADD data, setting up and operating survey equipment (GPS, Total Station, and Level), computing horizontal and vertical alignments, computing cut sheets for construction staking, and performing land records research for various capital improvement projects.
The most competitive candidates for the Engineering Aide/Technician will be familiar with various types of land survey records and will be able to create exhibits. Additionally, experience utilizing Bentley MicroStation, Bentley InRoads, ArcMap/ArcPro, other Esri products and Microsoft Excel experience is highly desired.
Competitive Candidates will Possess:
1. Prior experience in field work within the construction industry or have survey field experience
2. Data entry experience
3. A background which demonstrates that the candidate is mechanically inclined
The Engineering Aide and Engineering Technician I / II are part of the Engineering Technician Series. The Engineering Aide is a natural progression underfill for Engineering Technician I, and the Engineering Technician I underfills the Engineering Technician II. Incumbents are eligible to promote to next level in the series without a competitive recruitment upon successful completion of their probationary period, a satisfactory performance evaluation, acquisition of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to progress, and meeting any additional qualification requirements. This non-competitive growth promotion occurs at the department's initiation.
The level at which the position(s) will be filled is at the department's discretion and based on candidate qualifications.
Meet the Team!
The County of Riverside Transportation & Land Management Agency (TLMA) is the umbrella agency for six county departments. They are the Planning Department, Building & Safety Department, Transportation Department, Code Enforcement Department, Aviation Department, and the Administrative Services Department.
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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Engineering Aide • Act as rear chain or rod worker on a field survey crew, including using tapes and chains in make horizontal and vertical measurements, make simple survey notes, set monuments, clear brush, and stock trucks.
• Make traffic counts, census surveys and sign inspections, including collecting and recording data and making diagrams of intersections and accident scenes; collect materials samples, and make and keep notes and records of routine laboratory tests such as relative compaction, sand equivalent, specific gravity, grading analysis, and environmental analysis.
• Set up and maintain hydrologic metering and recording equipment, and collect groundwater samples for chemical analysis; make simple tracings, diagrams and drawings.
• Learn to tabulate and plot field survey data and to read, interpret and prepare contour and land maps; index and file records.
• Provide routine information to the public
Engineering Technician I SURVEYING:
• Field Duties: Work as head chain and rod worker on a survey crew; measure and record distances and elevations; perform level, total station and GPS survey work; set stakes and monuments.
• Serve as instrument technician on a trainee or relief basis; clean and care for instruments and tools; check survey truck to ensure it is fully stocked and equipment is in order; prepare simple field notes.
• Office Duties: Assist in conducting title and property ownership research; learn to prepare less complex legal descriptions and documents following established procedures.
• Search for data from survey notes, recorded maps, records of surveys, filed deeds, and property descriptions; draw plans, profiles and cross sections of streets or other improvements from surveyor's field book or other specific sources.
• Plot tract and parcel maps; review, research and process street name requests; assist in the preparation of final designs or drawings.
Engineering Technician II
SURVEYING : Performs moderately difficult sub-professional field and office surveying work.
• Sets up and maintains filing and indexing systems for road record documents, survey records, maps, accident records, transportation data, and other engineering record materials
• Inspects the construction of less complex public works projects and subdivision tracts to assure compliance with plans, specifications, county standards and regulatory requirements. Files daily construction reports and associated documentation.
• Field Work: Acts as instrument technician on a survey crew; operates electronic measuring equipment as well as transit and level in making cross-section, profile, topographic, elevation, Photogrammetric, location and construction layout surveys.
• Makes computations and records readings; checks and prepares field notes; may act as Party Chief on a short term relief basis. Office Work: Drafts topographic, geometric alignment, cross-sectional, and profile drawings and maps using manual or computer aided techniques.
• Conducts title and property owner research; prepares legal descriptions and various legal documents relating to real property; calculates bearings, distances, areas and performs other calculations.
• Prepares drawings and sketches tracings from survey notes and other records; prepares detailed and precise maps including right of way maps.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Engineering Aide:
Salary: $43,782.90 - $62,131.22 Annually
Required knowledge of: Mathematics, including the elementary principles of algebra and geometry as applied in sub professional engineering work.
Required ability to: Learn the techniques and practices involved in assigned sub-professional engineering work; perform mathematical computations; keep clear and accurate notes; perform simple drafting; understand and follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively with others.
Engineering Technician I:
Salary: $51,541.31 - $80,957.40 Annually
OPTION I
Experience: Two years of sub-professional civil engineering experience. (Completion of college level courses from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or closely related subjects to the assignment such as land surveying, soils erosion, soils testing, blueprint reading, mathematics, computer graphics, or hydrology may substitute for the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of the required full-time experience.)
OPTION II
Certificate: Valid Certificate of Registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Surveyor-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for two years of sub-professional engineering experience.
Engineering Technician II:
Salary: $64,132.95 - $89,998.66 Annually
OPTION I
Experience: Three years of sub-professional civil engineering experience. (Completion of college level courses from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or closely related subjects to the assignment such as land surveying, soils erosion, soils testing, blueprint reading, mathematics, computer graphics, or hydrology may substitute for up to two years of the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of the required full-time experience.)
OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in surveying engineering or civil engineering.
OPTION III
Experience: Three years of sub-professional civil engineering experience. (A valid Certificate of Registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Surveyor-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for two years of the required sub-professional engineering experience.)
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry; the basic practices of engineering design and construction, traffic control and land surveying; manual and automated drafting techniques; field and office procedures relating to hydrography; procedures related to construction inspection.
Ability to: Read and interpret legal descriptions, engineering drawings, survey notes, and tract descriptions; assist in the preparation of designs, plans, estimates, reports, and specifications; collect and analyze traffic, transportation, hydrologic, and other data and prepare reports, interpretations and recommendations; compile and enter data into computer system for computer aided mapping; perform survey field work, inspect public works projects and subdivision tracts; maintain effective relations with others.
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required at time of hire.
Physical Requirements:The Engineering Aide, Engineering Technician I or II will work outdoors and will be exposed to inclement weather conditions. This position requires independent body mobility to move survey instruments/tools up to 100 pounds in weight with assistance.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION This recruitment is open to all applicants.
County Of Riverside Benefits:
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For specific questions regarding this position, contact Amanda Campos at acampos@rivco.org .
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .
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MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0< 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4< 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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