Engineer Technician

Statement on Remote Work Policy - Mono County, California

“Mono County does not permit fully remote positions. All employees are required to perform their job duties in person at their designated work location(s) to ensure compliance with Mono County policies, state labor laws, applicable tax regulations, and operational requirements. Requests for intermittent remote work may be considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Department Head, with approval from the County Administrative Officer (CAO).”

Description

About the role
Level I & Level II:
Under direct supervision, to perform a variety of paraprofessional drafting, office and field engineering/surveying work; to assist with or perform construction inspections; and to do related work as required.
Level III:
Under direction, to perform a variety of paraprofessional drafting, office and field engineering/surveying work; to assist with or perform construction inspections; provide lead direction and training; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Level I:
This is the entry training level for technical and paraprofessional engineering office and field support work. Incumbents perform a wide range of office engineering, field engineering, surveying, design support, and permit support work. Incumbents in this class perform the less complex paraprofessional duties with limited supervision while learning the more complex paraprofessional duties. Typically, incumbents in this class can expect to promote to the Engineering Technician II class after 2 years of demonstrated work proficiency.
Level II:
This is the journey level for technical and paraprofessional engineering office and field support work. Incumbents perform a wide range of office engineering, field engineering, surveying, design support, and permit support work. Incumbents in this class perform the more complex paraprofessional duties with limited supervision while learning the most complex paraprofessional duties. Typically, incumbents in this class can expect to promote to the Engineering Technician Ill class after 3 years of demonstrated work proficiency in this class.
Level III:
This is the lead and advanced working level for technical and paraprofessional engineering office and field support work. Incumbents perform a wide range of office engineering, field engineering, surveying, design support, and permit support work. Incumbents in this class perform the full range of paraprofessional duties with minimal supervision. Incumbents may provide lead direction and training.

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED:
Level I & Level II: None.
Level III: May provide lead direction and training.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONISBILITIES (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)
Level I:

• Performs drafting and mapping assignments using manual and computer aided methods.
• Performs a variety of engineering technical support work in the design and construction of public works.
• Prepares graphic displays, organization charts, and similar materials.
• Prepares and maintains master files of drawings, maps, and specifications, researching and updating information as needed.
• Prepares estimates and specifications.
• Performs basic construction inspection assignments.
• Performs field and office work related to property and right-of-way boundaries, including the research of files and maps.
• Participates as a member of a survey crew.
• Reviews, processes, and issues a variety of permits.
• Performs basic traffic engineering and erosion control studies.
• Reads and interprets accident reports, inputting data into a computer system.
• Performs field investigations of accidents and accident sites.
• Receives and logs public comments about the County road system.
• Confers with transportation companies regarding routing.
• Provides support for professional engineering staff.
• Prepares and maintains mileage maps.
• Assists in preparing Board resolutions for projects.
• Assists with grant applications.
• Makes a variety of engineering and mathematical applications.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records, correspondence, technical, and narrative reports.
• Uses a computer and calculators to solve a variety of engineering related problems.
• Provides information to the public.
• Conduct special projects as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality.

Level II:
In addition to above:

• May act as an instrument person in a survey crew

Level III:
In addition to above:

• May act as party chief on a survey crew
• Provides lead direction and training

Typical Qualifications

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Level I & Level II:

• Principles, practices, and terminology of engineering technical support work.
  
• Common public works construction methods and materials.
  
• Engineering mathematics, including geometry and trigonometry.
  
• Data collection and analysis.
  
• Use of computers and computer applications related to engineering work.
  
• Standard office practices and procedures.
  
• Pertinent laws and regulations related to land use.
  
• Pertinent laws and regulations related to the design and construction of public works facilities, roads, drainage, and structures.
  

Level III:

• Principles of lead direction and training.
  

Ability to:
All Levels:

• Perform technical engineering office and field support work.
  
• Use drafting materials and equipment.
  
• Analyze and evaluate data to develop sound recommendations.
  
• Maintain accurate records.
  
• Read and interpret maps, drawings, and engineering plans and specifications.
  
• Make accurate mathematical calculations.
  
• Use a computer and computer applications in the performance of technical engineering support work.
  
• Effectively represent the Public Works Department.
  
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
  
• Maintain confidentiality.
  

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
All three levels:
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities might be:
Level I:
Two (2) years previous experience in technical engineering support equivalent to that of an Engineering Aide II
Advanced educational training in mathematical subjects such as geometry, advance algebra, or trigonometry and pre-engineering courses in a community college or four-year college.
Level II
Two (2) years previous experience in technical engineering support equivalent to that of an Engineering Technician I.
Level III
Three (3) years of previous experience in technical engineering support equivalent to that of an Engineering Technician II.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office, audio-visual equipment and field engineering equipment, including a computer; ability to walk on slippery and uneven terrain; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds. Ability to operate an automobile. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals on a case-by-case basis.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments; some exposure to variances in temperature and weather conditions; continuous contact with staff and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
May work more than a normal 8:00am to 5:00pm shift.

Mono County Summary of Benefits

The following information is intended to provide a summary of benefits and does not include full details of coverage. Service limitations and restrictions may apply depending on coverage levels and services rendered.

Pay Periods and Payroll Deductions
County employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, which consists of 26 pay periods per year. Payroll deductions including medical and most voluntary deductions will occur on a semi-monthly basis or 2 times per month. Retirement contributions will always be deducted on all 26 pay periods.

Medical Mono County Contracts with CalPERS
To provide health insurance for its employees and currently offers several Preferred Provider (PPO) Plans which are administered by Anthem Blue Cross. Employees have the option to choose from PERS Gold, PERS Platinum, and PORAC. The PORAC Plan is currently only available to members of the Safety group employee's. Medical plan costs vary based on the plan and coverage you select. The employee and the County share the cost of the plan, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis. The employee’s cost is in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding with each bargaining group. For more information regarding health plans, please visit: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/active-members/health-benefits/plans-and-rates

Dental Mono County
Offers a self-insured dental plan administered by Delta Dental of California and currently offers the following benefits:
•$1,100.00 each year towards your dental coverage if you choose an in-network Delta DentalPPO Dentist.
•$1,000.00 each year towards your dental coverage if you choose and out-of-network orNon-Delta Dental PPO Dentist.
•Diagnostic and preventative coverage of 70 - 100 % of contracted allowance (based onlength enrolled in the plan and dentist visit of at least once per year).
•Major services are covered at 50% of the contracted allowance.
Currently Dental coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.

Vision
Vision Service Plan is our Vision Insurance provider. Our plan is VSP Signature. Benefits include:
•well/vision exam every 12 months, carries a $10 copay.
•$160 allowance for frames and 20% off amount over allowance.
•$180 allowance for contacts and contact lens exam and 15% off contact lens fitting andevaluation. Currently Vision coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.

Basic Life Insurance
Administered by Voya Mono County Employees are entitled to Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
Mono County also offers coverage to employee’s spouse and dependents. Life Insurance is administered by Voya Insurance.
•Coverage for General Employees is $5,000.00
•At-Will/Elected Employees/Paramedic Coverage is $50,000.00
•Coverage for Employee’s Spouse is $1,000.00
•Coverage for Employee’s Children is also $1,000.00
•Coverage for Employee’s Children under six months is $100.00
Currently Basic Life coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance - Administered by Voya
Employees have the option of enrolling in a Supplemental Life insurance policy for themselves, their spouse and any dependent children. This policy is purchased by the employee with rates based on the age group at the time of enrollment.
Supplemental life insurance coverage can be enrolled in the first 31 days of employment without proof of good health, after 31 days proof of good health is required. Amounts available are as follows:
•For Employee up to $150,000 (guaranteed issue) or up to $500,000 with proof of goodhealth
•For Spouse up to $50,000.00 and for the Employee’s Children for $10,000.00.

Flexible Spending Accounts and Optional Insurances
Provided by WORKTERRAFlexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and dependent care are available through a Section 125 account administered by WORKTERRA. These accounts allow you to contribute pre-tax dollars to help pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses.

Mono County Deferred Compensation 457/401(a) Plan
The County provides deferred compensation plan through Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a) Employees have the option to sign up for the 457-deferred compensation plan and contribute up to the maximum amount allowed by the IRS. If the employee contributes a total of 1-3% of their pre-tax salary, the County will match those contributions up to a maximum of 3% into a 401 (a) plan under the employee’s name. The employee may direct the investment of all contributions in accordance with the options or limitation provided by the 401(a) Plan.

CalPERS Retirement Benefits and Contributions
Mono County contracts with CalPERS for your retirement plan. Your retirement plan is a defined benefit plan determined by a set formula which uses your years of service, age at retirement, and highest one or three years of service. The Plan is funded by contributions from the employee, the County and investments from plan assets.

Mono County has a Local Miscellaneous group and a Local Safety group.
Your benefit formula will fall within one of these two groups
Most new members will fall within the new Pension Reform Formulas of 2 @ 62 for Miscellaneous & 2.7 @ 57 for all Safety Group. However, if you do have prior membership you may be eligible for the formulas that were in place on December 31st 2012, before Pension reform went into place. Our pre-pension reform formulas are:
Local Miscellaneous Group = 2.5% @ 55
Local Safety - Sheriff = 3% @ 55
Local Safety - Fire = 2% @ 50
Local Safety - County Peace Officer = 3% @ 50
Find out all about your CalPERS benefits at www.calpers.ca.gov

AFLAC - Optional Insurance Provider
Mono County contracts with a Local Representative who provides our employees with the opportunity to enroll in several different policies offered by AFLAC, to include; Cancer, Critical Care, Hospital, Accident, Disability, intensive Care. New employees can enroll within the first 30 days of employment; all other transactions are done during open enrollment each year.

EAP - Employee Assistance Program
Mono County offers two different Employee Assistance Programs through Trindel Insurance Fund and Voya. Both programs include counseling and telephone consultation services addressing a variety of personal topics to promote a healthy family and work life balance.

Mono County Wellness Program
Mono County offers a discounted rate, as well as $25 towards Membership to local health clubs at the Double Eagle in June Lake or Snowcreek Athletic Club and The Body Shop in Mammoth Lakes.
For employees living or working in Bridgeport, there is a County maintained facility in the Bridgeport Memorial Hall that employees have access to for a small one-time fee of $10.00

SICK & VACATION
Sick - (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
Eligible employees will accrue sick leave at the rate of 12 sick days per year. Permanent part-time employees accrue sick leave on a prorated basis.
Vacation- (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
Eligible employees shall be entitled to accrue vacation leave with pay for each year of full-time service as follows:
Initial employment ----------------------------------10 days vacation per year
After three years of continuous service------15 days vacation per year
After ten years of continuous service--------17 days vacation per year
After fifteen years of continuous service---19 days vacation per year
After twenty years of continuous service--20 days vacation per year

Permanent part-time employees accrue vacation on a prorated basis.

Mono County Holidays
Most all bargaining groups recognize 13 Holidays as outlined in the Mono County Policies and Procedures and Personal Holidays according to your specific MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) according to your represented group.

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