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Definition:
Under general supervision, participates in and oversees the performance
of a variety of technical engineering support activities, including
inspection services, traffic control review, traffic control design and
review, transportation data collection, analysis, tabulation, and
application of engineering data within specific work situations.
Essential Job
Duties:
The following tasks are essential for this position.
Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks, or
may perform similar related tasks not listed here:
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Creates engineering documents and plans utilizing AutoCAD software.
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Prepares a variety of routine and specialized reports as required.
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Performs mathematical calculations and statistical studies, and
carries out related data analysis.
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Collects traffic data and prepares written reports and tables that
illustrate the findings.
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Prepares quantity take-offs and cost data for capital improvement
and municipal projects.
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Reviews traffic control plans for compliance.
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Conducts field surveys.
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Responds to inquiries and requests from the general public, business
community and contractors regarding public works projects and
programs, through friendly, professional customer service skills,
ascertaining the needs of the customer and providing appropriate
assistance and information, e.g., environmental, utilities, sewer,
street, storm drainage.
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Carries out general office duties including filing, word processing,
creating spreadsheets, producing PowerPoint presentations, answering
phones, validating references and other related activities.
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Assists staff during field visits.
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Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum
Knowledge, Skill and Ability:
Knowledge of:
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Considerable knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices
and methods as applicable to a municipal setting.
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Knowledge of current codes and regulatory standards governing the
state’s engineering activities of public works construction.
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Knowledge of practices followed in the preparation of plans,
specifications and estimates.
Skill and Ability
to:
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Ability to understand and follow complex written and oral
instructions.
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Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in
writing.
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Ability to read, update and maintain various records and files.
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Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computers,
printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.
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Skill in operating various software, including Microsoft Office and
AutoCAD.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with departmental personnel, management, contractors, consultants
and the general public.
Training and
Experience:
Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely
provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities
would be graduation or current enrollment in an engineering degree
program at an ABET accredited University or two years experience as
engineering technician.
Licenses and
Certificates:
Possession of a valid California driver's license
required.
Physical
Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Requires vision (which may be corrected) to read small print.
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Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend.
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Requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp
and manipulate small objects.
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Requires the ability to stand for long periods.
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Requires the ability to walk long distances.
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Performs lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 50
pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
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May be required to work in inclement weather without effective
protection from sun, cold and rain.
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May be required to traverse hilly or rocky terrain.
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May be required to wear protective apparel including goggles, face
protectors, aprons, shoes and oxygen breathing apparatus.
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May be required to work within enclosed spaces or at heights above
ground level.
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May be required to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
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May be required to work evenings or weekends.
Application
Procedure:
Candidates must
complete a City of Calabasas application,
and may also include any other material, such as a resume.
Position is open until filled.
Applications are
available on the City’s website at
www.cityofcalabasas.com or by calling 818-224-1600. Faxed or
emailed applications and/or resumes are not accepted.
City of Calabasas
Human Resources Division
100 Civic Center Way
Calabasas, CA 91302
The Human Resources
Department may also be reached via e-mail at
lfigueroa@cityofcalabasas.com |
