Engineering Technician 2 at Pierce County

DescriptionPosition SummaryWhy Its a great opportunity:In this customer and utility company facing Engineering Technician 2 position you will be supporting the team by processing right-of-way permits charging fees for the permits and ensuring monthly billing is complete. You will use industry software such as GIS and Bluebeam while also maintaining date on Excel and Adobe. Knowledge of permitting and civil engineering software will ensure projects in Pierce County are done correctly and with accountability.Why Its a great department:PPW is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure Pierce County is positioned to handle growth while building operating and maintaining reliable infrastructure to support livable communities. PPW is responsible for a broad and complex portfolio of services that provides unique opportunities to collaborate innovate and inspire. We are responsible for the County road and levee systems sewer systems airports ferries building permits environmental review sustainability community planning and code enforcement - just to name a few!Learn more about Planning and Public Works here.How to be successful in the role:Your success will come from providing excellent customer service and interdepartmental partnerships. Your knowledge of construction permitting processes ability to explain technical data to all and effective communication with local utilities will ensure your success.Your future in this role:In this role you will initially be in the office but over time will follow the rest of the team by being in office one day a week. You will have access to professional development through robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career while directly impacting the communities in Pierce County.Core daily responsibilities:Develops updates and maintains paper and computerized files records and databases; retrieves reports drawings and plans.Utilizes computer terminal to input and retrieve information; compiles data to produce useful reports.Provides routine permit and franchise information and explains routine policies and procedures to the public in person on the telephone and in writing.Compiles data and computes quantity and cost estimates.Occasionally updates GIS databaseA classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be foundhere.QualificationsHigh school graduation or equivalent.Two or more years of progressively responsible technical engineering experience in one or more areas.Additional technical training or education may substitute equally for the experience.A valid drivers license is required.A resume and cover letter are required for this position.As a condition of employment the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.Supplemental InformationTo be considered for this opportunity please:Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting APPLY above or go to: you have a question about this opportunity please email the Recruitment Team at and specify the Job Number and Title.If you do not have internet access you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.Individuals needing accommodation in the application testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at at least two days prior to the need. This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments phone screen and interviews.At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call homeWe are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Hospital Experience,Hotel Experience,Taleo,Calibration,Pool Maintenance,Maintenance Management,Maintenance,Quality Control,Boiler,Oil & Gas Experience,Programmable Logic Controllers,Supervising Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 34 - 43