CITY OF PLANTATION

CADD/ENGINEER TECHNICIAN

 

DEFINITION

     

This is a non-exempt position, which is skilled work in design drafting and development of Engineering related facilities. 

 

Work involves performing manual and computer drafting, mathematical computations, graphics, lay-out of special assignments and related office or field work, as well as development of factual information required for planning, inspection of projects as required.  Work is performed under the direction of the Department Head.  Work is reviewed for accuracy, completeness, technical quality and consistency with City policy

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED  

 

Administers project assignments under the direction of the Department Head.                     

 

Develops design drawings from preliminary field surveys or other suitable information.

 

Drafts sketches, lay-out plans and technical drawings for Engineering projects both on computer and manually.

 

Inputs and maintains data and graphics on City’s Bentley Microstation CAD software.

 

Assists in the inspection of roads, highways, storm sewers, and other public works or private development construction projects in the City right-of-way to assure conformance with plans and specifications.

 

Maintains records, reports, reference materials and drawing files.

 

Confers with architects, engineers and city officials.

 

Performs related work as required and as directed.

 

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS                 

 

Knowledge and experience in use of Bentley Microstation CAD software products.      

 

Considerable knowledge and skill in the use of standard drafting tools, equipment and drafting

nomenclature.

 

Knowledge of principles, practices and terminologies of architects, engineers and developers.

 

Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, trigonometry and plane geometry.

 

Knowledge of the basic principles and practices involved in civil engineering design and

construction.

 

Ability to prepare complex drawings neatly and accurately.

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Ability to interpret engineering drawings and maps with a high degree of accuracy.

 

Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely.

 

Ability to establish and maintain a positive and effective working relationship with Engineering Department Staff, other City employees, City officials and the general public.

 

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING                       

 

Graduation from a two year accredited college or university with major course work in engineering/architectural drafting or design.

 

Minimum 2 years experience in use of Microstation CADD products relating to Engineering/ Architectural Drafting and/or design.

 

Experience in performing inspections of civil engineering/architectural construction.

 

Additional engineering and/or technical training relating to public works projects.

 

Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

 

This is a designated ‘Recovery’ classification in the City’s Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies.  Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.

 

 

REV. 9/07

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-Free Workplace