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***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary Underfill for an Engineering Tech 3. This position is located in Reno, NV.

Incumbent is responsible for ensuring that required field inspections of projects are completed and well documented; all construction activities are completed using proper methods and standards; contractor's quantities of work are measured and calculated; necessary material and soils testing frequencies and specifications are met; all sampling and testing is performed per established test methods; assist the survey crew chief with construction survey as directed; contract files are organized in accordance with the documentation manual; complete required contract forms and reports; review all quantity calculations, test reports, payrolls, and other miscellaneous contract files; attend all assigned trainings; properly maintain assigned equipment and vehicle; maintain a positive professional public image for the Department; and complete tasks as directed by the Resident Engineer. Engineering Technicians on construction crews may work in an office setting or outside in urban environments and rural environments in a wide range of temperatures and climates. Office setting commonly require working on a computer using a variety of software.

Urban environments may be located in areas which require interaction with the public and in areas of high traffic volumes. Rural environments may be outside the city limits and away from readily accessible general services. Engineering Technicians on construction crews may work alternative shifts outside of traditional business hours (overtime, nights, weekend, holidays, and long-term travel on per diem)This is the advanced level in the series and incumbents had to have met the minimum qualifications to be eligible.**INCUMBENT MAY PROGRESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL AFTER MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE, AND WITH APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY.** 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. Essential Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of experience involving public contact; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Job Duties Assist engineers in performing field and laboratory tests and setting up equipment; gather and compile data, analyze technical problems, conduct research, and analyze data gathered to ensure accuracy and conformance to policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

Assist engineers, contractors, department staff, other agencies, the public and private business regarding water rights ownership, bid documents, contract plans, right-of-way plans, acquisition and disposal documentation, contract specifications, test results and federal and State guidelines and procedures; review, prioritize, research and prepare information in appropriate format. Perform technical research to ensure department programs, testing methods, policies and procedures comply with federal and State requirements; review technical documents, analyze and interpret data and note discrepancies; verify areas of noncompliance against agency records and contact appropriate parties when discrepancies arise; make recommendations to correct problems and/or revise existing policies, procedures or methods. Maintain records and contract documents in accordance with established filing system; enter data into computer system for analysis and review construction, water rights and contract documents and/or plan specifications; check applications and technical reports for completeness, clarity and conformance to department guidelines and federal and State policies and procedures.

Perform field inspections of construction projects, well locations and water use, material equipment, property lines and boundaries, right-of-way mapping and safety barriers; review and interpret construction plans, water rights records of survey and specifications to determine compliance; perform field measurements and record data; provide information, discuss problems and recommend solutions to contractors, professionals, property owners, department personnel and the general public; make recommendations and document the inspection process for future reference, payment of contract billings and to meet federal and State requirements. Perform manual and computer aided drafting assignments by preparing maps, charts, graphs, tables, slopes and contours for construction projects, right-of-way location and water rights ownership, water rights data, data analysis, water quality data and federal, State and private property location. Conduct surveying work including staking alignments, structures, fence lines and cross sections to set control points, locate wells and establish right-of-way lines, government survey and property boundaries; perform vertical and horizontal measurements and topographical mapping by operating transits, levels, rods, computerized surveying equipment, compasses, and calculators.

Perform material and soil testing in a laboratory setting involving a variety of design and quality control testing including acceptance testing, design mix, proficiency and advance testing; research material properties, new or proposed specifications and test procedures. Maintain and calibrate equipment to ensure proper operation, accuracy and reliability of test results and data collection; maintain equipment inventory, repair and maintenance records; document calibration results, repairs and problems encountered and make recommendations for repair and/or replacement of existing equipment. Research city, county and federal records to determine property ownership, boundaries, encumbrances and condition of title.

Perform calculations establishing government survey and property boundaries, right-of-way lines, slopes and contours, horizontal and vertical alignments, traverses, construction limits and material quantities. Perform related duties as assigned. Under close supervision of a higher-level technician or engineer, incumbents learn to perform technical engineering tasks at the entry level.

This is the trainee level in the series and incumbents may progress to the next level upon meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the approval of the appointing authority. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: personal computers and related ancillary equipment. Skills in: mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work with frequent interruptions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and the public; follow oral and written instructions; convert mathematical data, quantities and measurements and calculate area, volume, length and proportion; read and understand policy and procedure; accurately copy, post or transcribe data; perform repetitive work according to prescribed procedures, sequence and pace; gather and compile data. RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION: Kristen Burke at kburke@dot.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to 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

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