Engineering Tech II, Utility Services

Annual Salary: $33,238.40 Grade:  20 (Employees:  Refer to Civil Service Rule VI.3.1 and VI.17 for promotional rate) Appointment to a position in the classified service shall be at the minimum of the corresponding pay range unless otherwise approved.

Benefits Offered:  23.09% employer retirement contribution; sick and vacation leave; health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurances offered. 

Examination is announced to establish an employment list to fill vacancies in the Utility Services

KIND OF WORK

The purpose of this classification is to perform technical engineering tasks at the advanced level to ensure construction activities meet City regulations, including drafting, providing technical support during construction, collecting data and conducting site inspections.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3) years of experience in drafting, CAD and engineering tasks; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training in drafting, computer aided drawing (CAD) or engineering design. Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Will be required to obtain either a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment.
• Will be required to obtain and maintain specialized certifications and/or training as deemed necessary.  
• Utility Services is looking for a utility line locator.
• Position requires 50% or greater in field work. 
• Autodesk background preferred.
• Utility line locating experience preferred

Work Schedule:

40 hours per week

KIND OF EXAMINATION

This examination may consist of a written test, ratings of training and experience, performance test, or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment.  The information is subject to verification. 

Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application.

Accepting paper applications: until filled.

COMPLETE A PAPER APPLICATION AT: WWW.CITYOFALEXANDRIALA.COM UNDER OUR EMPLOYMENT PAGE

Completed applications may be submitted in one of the following ways: 

1. a.   Hand delivery: Civil Service Department 3rd Floor, 625 Murray Street Alexandria, LA 71301

b. Email: civilservice@cityofalex.com 

c. Fax: (318) 449-5232

Civil Service Department Ph. (318)449-5078, Fax (318)449-5232, Email: civilservice@cityofalex.com

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.