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County of Marin · 1 month ago

Engineering Technician III (Stormwater)

San Rafael, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

4+ years exp

The County of Marin is dedicated to providing quality services and maintaining public infrastructure while protecting natural resources. They are seeking an Engineering Technician III for the Stormwater Division to implement stormwater program objectives through inspection, investigation, and public education related to stormwater regulations.

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Responsibilities

Investigating and documenting illicit discharge complaints, construction site discharges, and other potential sources of stormwater pollution

Conducting commercial, industrial, and municipal facility inspections

Evaluating and mapping of both public and private stormwater treatment and conveyance infrastructure

Supporting water quality monitoring activities such as sample collection, data analysis, and preparation of technical reports to meet National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and regional water board requirements

Assisting with outreach and training for contractors, businesses, municipal staff, students, and members of the public on stormwater best management practices (BMPs) and pollution prevention measures

Using office software, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), asset management, and database tools to track stormwater facilities, inspections, and enforcement actions

Qualification

Stormwater managementWater quality monitoringGIS proficiencyIllicit discharge investigationEnvironmental regulationsBMPs for pollution preventionField inspectionsTechnical report writingCommunication skillsProblem-solvingCollaborationAttention to detail

Required

Equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by at least one course in each of the following: trigonometry and computer-aided drafting, and four years of experience in engineering work at a sub professional level

Demonstrated experience in the inspection and evaluation of stormwater systems, including public and private treatment infrastructure

Strong technical, investigative, and communication skills

Solid understanding of stormwater management principles, water quality protection, and environmental regulations

Experience conducting field investigations, collecting and analyzing water quality data

Proficiency in using GIS and database tools to support mapping, tracking, and reporting efforts

Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, property owners, and agency partners

Knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry as applied to engineering work

Ability to use computers and relevant software

Ability to read, interpret and prepare maps, blueprints and sketches

Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff

Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports

Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others

Preferred

Knowledge of GPS and GIS, drafting and/or graphics

Experience in stormwater facility maintenance and erosion control

Familiarity with BMPs for pollution prevention

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals.

Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP).

There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family).

Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937.

Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.