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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5.321 ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN IV 20220420 PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 5.321 Class Specifications for the Class: ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN IV SR-19, BU-03 Duties Summary: Regularly performs the most difficult and complex sub­professional, technical functions in general support of professional engineering activities; exercises judgment and initiative in following through on assigned tasks; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility for performing the most difficult and complex sub-professional duties in support of professional engineering functions. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position). • Performs complex sub-professional, technical work compiling statistics and making cost and volumetric computations used in planning, development, engineering, feasibility studies and for regulation compliance; • Reviews, analyzes, and approves applications, permits, plans and reports; • Conducts field inspections to survey, monitor and enforce testing of backflow prevention devices at existing and new facilities; • Reviews construction plans in conjunction with permit applications; • Approves plans for cross-connection control and backflow prevention requirements; • Coordinates revisions as required; • Assists in the investigation of complaints relating to cross connections; • Conducts project and on-site inspections and investigations to obtain data and resolve problems encountered in the field; PART I ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN IV 2 5.321 • Determines feasibility of proposed changes, does necessary calculations, and makes revisions to original plans and designs; • Conducts water flow analyses, water system computer modeling and associated tasks, and similar work relating to water distribution, pumping and storage; • Gathers data and information from tax maps, land records, engineering charts, diagrams, schedules, overlays, etc. for use at briefings, informational meetings, etc.; • Maintains project records, files, and reports; • May have continuing responsibility for assigned projects or segments; • May assist with various tasks involving internal administrative matters; and • Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge of: Mathematics, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and natural science as required; basic engineering principles and practices and common computer applications; proper use and methods of adjusting hydraulic measuring devices; basic principles of water hydraulics as required; applicable federal, state, county, and departmental laws, ordinances, and rules; principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: Selectively apply practical knowledge of engineering techniques and practices to the solution of various engineering problems; use judgment and initiative in following through on assigned tasks; conduct research, tests and evaluations of equipment, systems and materials; read and interpret construction plans and specifications; understand and explain laws, ordinances, and rules; prepare reports; give and follow oral and written instructions; deal tactfully and effectively with employees and the general public. This is an amendment to the specification for the class ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN IV, which was approved on November 28, 2011, effective November 1, 2011, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: April 20, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 5.321 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN IV SR-19; BU-03 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school; and • five (5) years of specialized work experience. Qualifying Specialized Work Experience: Work experience in one or a combination of the engineering-oriented support functions such as inspection, testing, designing, surveying, drafting, and construction, which required the knowledge of engineering terminology and the ability to use mathematical skills in the solution of engineering-support or engineering problems. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A. Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. B. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). C. An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the education requirement. The following may be substituted for experience: A. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma in engineering, mathematics, physics or a related field from an accredited community college, trades school, may be substituted up to two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). PART II ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN IV 2 5.321 B. An Associate’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or related field from an accredited community college, business, or technical school, may be substituted for two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement. C. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up four (4) years of the specialized work experience requirement. D. A Master’s or PhD degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the specialized work experience requirement. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered. License Requirement: Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. Tests: PART II ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN IV 3 5.321 Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light This is an amendment to the specification for the class ENGINEERING SUPPORT TECHNICIAN IV, which was approved on November 28, 2011, effective November 1, 2011, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: April 20, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources