Engineering Technician 3 - Public Works

The Position

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The City of Beaverton’s Public Works Department is hiring an Engineering Technician 3 to perform construction inspection on capital improvement and infrastructure projects across the city.

We’re looking for an experienced engineering inspector who enjoys collaborating with colleagues and community partners, and is a great problem-solver. This position requires both field and office work.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, SEIU classified position. The schedule will be Monday-Friday, and the work will be performed in-office or in the field. There is one vacancy.

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton’s online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Your education, skills, and experience will be evaluated using the main application form and supplemental questions; a resume and cover letter are not required and do not substitute for a complete application and work history.

Responsibilities

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• Inspect and monitor infrastructure construction projects to ensure they follow approved plans and standards, including Beaverton code, the Beaverton Engineering Design Manual, Clean Water Services (CWS) Design and Construction Standards, and Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) specifications.
  
• Issue stop work notices for violations of approved plans, standards, and codes.
  
• Use software to document inspections, create reports, generate stop work orders.
  
• Coordinate construction changes with project managers.
  
• Work with Public Works operations team to test infrastructure systems before acceptance.
  
• Handle project close-out by coordinating with project managers, consultants, contractors, and Public Works operations.
  
• Coordinate with other local jurisdictions and permitting authorities.
  
• Facilitate project acceptance, including final punch lists and bond releases.
  
• Review and approve record drawings (as-builts) to ensure that they match the construction.
  
• Work with Geographic Information System team members to upload approved record drawings to Cityworks software.
  
• Assist the Community Development Department (Site Development Division) with reviewing construction plans before approval.
  
• Track issues and help maintain and update the Engineering Design Manual.
  
• Participate with process improvement projects and help develop policies, guidelines, and operating procedures.
  
• Contribute to a courteous and respectful work environment, and support a culture of accountability within the organization.
  
• Additional duties are outlined in the Engineering Technician 3 class specification
  

Qualifications

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Minimum qualifications:* Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field; and

• Five years of experience in engineering inspection; or
  
• An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.
  

Licensing and special requirements* Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the city’s driving standards.

• Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) General Construction Inspector certification within 12 months of hire.
  
• ODOT Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Curb Ramp Inspector certification within 12 months of hire.
  
• ODOT Asphalt Concrete Pavement Inspector certification within 12 months of hire.
  
• Certified Erosion and Sediment Control (CESCL) certification within 12 months of hire.
  
• Ability to pass reference checks and education verification, and satisfy the requirements of a background check.
  

The City of Beaverton is committed to supporting a culture of accountability, equity, and inclusion for all, especially marginalized groups. We pledge to continue the ongoing, difficult, and essential work needed to address institutional racism and historical inequities in all forms. Beaverton is a diverse city, boasting a large population of qualified persons, including women, veterans, Black, Indigenous and People of Color, persons with disabilities, generational groups, people who speak many languages and are of diverse national origins. Studies have shown that many candidates, especially women, are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city’s talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.
Compensation

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Wage range: $34.43 - $46.14 hourly

Starting rate will be determined depending on relevant work experience as outlined in the Equal Pay Act. New hires who meet minimum requirements will start at step one. Higher steps may be offered to those who have additional years of directly related experience to the position within the posted wage range.

Total compensation package and benefits

In addition to competitive pay, the city offers a wide variety of benefits to regular employees which make up an exceptional total compensation package.

The city pays the full retirement contribution to PERS including the employee portion; provides employees with an opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation retirement plan; makes available a public service loan forgiveness program and tuition reimbursement program; and offers excellent health, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.

Additional benefits include excellent paid time off (PTO) accrual, PTO cash out options, wellness programs and incentives, a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA with 3% employer contributions, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and bilingual pay premiums.

City of Beaverton Compensation Break Down

Gross cash compensation

Starting step Step 1 Step 4 Step 7

Yearly salary $71,609.64 $82,905.00 $94,669.20 Estimated benefits paid by the city - non-cash compensation

Public Employees Retirement System fully paid contributions for employee $3,759.51 $4,352.51 $4,970.13

Medical & Dental - Max city contributions for employee +1 (dollar value) $31,783.08 $31,783.08 $31,783.08

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA; 3% contribution $2,148.29 $2,487.15 $2,840.08

No-cost Tri-Met public transportation pass (dollar value) $1,200.00 $1,200.00 $1,200.00

Total estimated non-cash compensation/benefits $38,890.88 $39,822.74 $40,793.29 Total salary and estimated non-cash compensation value $110,500.52 $122,727.74 $135,462.49

Annual amounts in the table are shown for comparison purposes only and may vary slightly from actual salaries due to rounding calculations in the payroll system.

The City of Beaverton provides a generous benefit package, including excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage; and employer-paid PERS retirement. Learn more about your options and employee-based benefits by clicking the link below.

Employee Benefits | Beaverton, OR - Official Website (beavertonoregon.gov)