Engineering Technician III

Engineering Technician III $34.97- $44.63 per hour Full-Time--Non-Exempt AFSCME Union-Grade 13 This position will remain open until filled, with the next look at applications on November 30, 2026. The Engineering Technician III performs a variety of moderate to complex office and field technical engineering tasks related to drafting and design of public works facilities, construction plan review, inspections, office research, assisting the public, and other duties as required. This is an on-site position based in Lincoln City, Oregon. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors. Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required for field work. Please see full job description for more details about the position. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to apply! TO APPLY: - Complete the City's online application at www.lincolncityor.gov. All fields on the City's application must be complete for consideration. - Cover letter and résumé required-include a cover letter that explains your interest in the position and highlights your qualifications. All required items must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on November 30, 2026 to be included in this round of the application review process. Questions about the recruitment should be directed to: Abigail Edwards, Director of Human Resources 541-996-1201 Requirements JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE OF: - Civil engineering principles, practices and methods applicable to office and field work involving the use of civil engineering software and associated equipment in the design, construction and maintenance of city public works projects. - Drafting and surveying principles, techniques and practices. - Safe work practices and methods - Mathematical concepts applicable to engineering - Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as AutoCAD and GIS, word processing and spreadsheets. ABILITY TO: - Learn and understand City engineering policies and procedures. - Prepare accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates and technical engineering reports. - Perform engineering design computations. - Check, design and prepare engineering plans and studies. - Interpret complex construction plans and specifications. - Learn pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations. - Understand and follow oral and written instructions. - Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. - Establish and maintain effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work. - Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas. Correct and/or report unsafe conditions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: - Associate's Degree or Post-Secondary Certificate Preferred or equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplements by college level courses in math, drafting, engineering, surveying or a related field. - Two years of municipal engineering experience. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: Previous experience working in or consulting with a municipal public works department. Bilingual: English/Spanish. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate and reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls. Infrequent entry to confined spaces may be required. The position requires mobility over a variety of terrain, including uneven terrain on an occasional basis. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard or calculator and other standard office equipment in an office setting and surveying equipment in the field.