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Sussex County Government Engineering/Planning Technician I in Georgetown, Delaware
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SC-PAY GRADE 10
Engineering/Planning Technician I
DUTIES AND FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The incumbent in this class performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled technical tasks involving engineering or planning, reviews and implements area-wide planning studies or performs entry level engineering, inspection and/or surveying. Work is performed both in the field and in the office. The work involves the application of knowledge gained through education and experience. Work is performed under general supervision of the\ Department Manager/Director or their designee.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Reads and interprets plans, specifications and related documents; copies maps and charts as required; utilizes computer software; provides technical assistance to consulting engineers, developers, coworkers and the general public.
Planning:\ Assists in planning projects and studies and in their implementation; assists in coordinating the extension of sewer and water districts; participates in the organization of an expansion to sanitary sewer districts; reviews sewer concept plans.
Engineering:\ Assists with designs/reviews of engineering projects, alignments, profiles, studies and related documents; compiles and records test results, notes and sketches to document compliance and/or develops designs, specifications, maps and other geographically based data.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering; knowledge of County ordinances, policies and procedures as well as state and county laws and regulations; ability to perform mathematical calculations and use engineering formulas; ability to operate office equipment and generate drawings; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, contractors/consultants, Federal and\ State agencies and the general public; ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.