Transportation Technician I II

at  City of Covington

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: Qualified applicants MUST apply on our website by downloading an application packet at cityofcovington.org or may apply in person at Covington City Hall, 2194 Emory Street, Covington, Georgia 30014. This position will remain open until 4:00pm Monday February 10, 2025. The City of Covington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JOB SUMMARY

Performs routine and complex technical engineering related work in transportation, environmental, water distribution, sanitary sewer, street, stormwater and other public works projects and programs. Assists Transportation Manager in application of principles, methods, and techniques in transportation projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
(A) Graduation from a high school or GED, supplemented by two years of related technical or college training in drafting, Computer-Aided-Design (CAD), engineering technology, civil engineering or a closely related field; and
(B) Minimum of three years related experience
(C) Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting
• Knowledge of applicable City policies, laws, and regulations affecting Division activities;
• Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment; some skill in basic drafting, surveying, and flagging.
• Ability to prepare, organize and maintain transportation field and office data, reports and systems
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information, orally and in writing, to contractors, developers, property owners, employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public.
• Ability to become proficient with BS&A, Excel and other frequently used software applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid State Driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment;
Must have or be able to obtain GSWCC Level 1AAdvanced Fundamentals (Blue Card) Certification within 6-months.
Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites.
Must be able to assist Street department on projects and Emergencies.

• Reviews project specifications and confers with civil engineer concerning assistance required such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, evaluation of field conditions, design changes, and reports.
• Conducts materials testing and analysis.
• Prepares reports detailing tests conducted and results. Drafts and calculated field notes to document quantities, alignment, grade and locations according to project plans or to document monthly and final progress estimates.
• Surveys project sites to obtain and analyze topographical details of sites.
• Researches records, maps and other data to obtain such typical engineering data such as location of sewer stubs, water mains, hydrants, etc. and zoning district designations or special property assessments.
• Drafts detailed dimensional drawings such as those needed for street, water, sewer, drainage, and other utility plans, systems and projects.
• Calculates dimensions, profile specifications, and quantities of materials such as pipe, concrete, and asphalt.
• Inspects construction site to determine conformance of site to design specifications.
• Assists engineers to ensure that construction and repair of transportation projects.
• Assists in the review of private project development plans for compliance with codes, regulations, and standards, adequacy of applications for permits and compliance with approved plans.
• Assists in the preparation of engineering plans and specifications, coordinates required advertising for bids, reviews construction bids and makes necessary recommendations based on lowest and best bids, competency of vendors and consultants, and the selection criteria.
• Assists in project management for the construction, maintenance or repair for Transportation, Stormwater, Water distribution, Right of Ways, Sanitary Sewer and Public Works projects.
• Assists utility with locating utilities using various locating instruments, as built drawings, and GIS data.
• Assists in the mapping preparation of sanitary sewer, water, storm drainage, and street system; data bases; and comprehensive plans.
• Assists in the maintenance of engineering and infrastructure records. Prepares and drafts as-built plans for street, water, sewer or light systems.
• Reviews applications for utility permits, street use permits, franchise utility permits, etc. Issues routine permits.
• Assists in the evaluation of transportation and traffic impacts of development proposals, permits, rezones, plats, etc. Prepares traffic, utility and other studies and reports.
• Coordinates sidewalk inspection, maintenance and enforcement programs.
• Collects and analyzes reports from third party firms, and/or conducts geological and compaction tests related to new development and transportation projects.
• Assists in the development of pavement management systems.
• Performs a variety of office related functions, including preparing permits, correspondence, maps, presentation materials, brochures, reducing field notes, printing materials, answering phones and responding to inquiries from contractors, developers, property owners, staff, and the general public.