Civil Engineering Draft Technician II - Department of Transportation

Salary Range: $46,336.00 - $75,523.00 USD Annually

Hiring Salary Pay: $46,336.00

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CLASS DEFINITION

A Civil Engineering Drafting Technician II lays out and draws complex plans following the design of an engineer and designs simple projects following standard engineering practices and procedures. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where few hazards or uncomfortable conditions are encountered. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

EDUCATION: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.

AND

EXPERIENCE: Have three years of experience in performing drafting work including one year of experience in engineering drafting work.

OR

NOTES EQUIVALENCY: Have completion of one year of the required coursework in an engineering technology or related curriculum in an accredited college or university may be substituted for each year of the non-specialized experience requirement.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. 

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of drafting materials, equipment, practices and procedures.

• Skill in drawing and lettering complex plats, maps and charts.

• Ability to perform complex calculations involving algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

• Ability to interpret engineering plans and specifications.

• Ability to translate survey notes into maps, plans, profiles and cross-section drawings.

• Ability to work neatly and accurately.

• Ability to design basic engineering projects.

Background Check                                        

NOTE: Those eligible who are under final consideration for appointments to some positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Probation 

All people, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. 

Eligibility 

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.     

Education Accreditation 

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org. 

Selection Process 

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process
 

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented in your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. 

Your Recruiter: Ayomide Arodoye

If you have any questions, please contact Ayomide Arodoye, Recruitment Talent & Acquisition Specialist II via email at Ayomide.Arodoye@baltimorecity.gov.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. 

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