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Engineering Technician III - Transportation (2025 Salary)

Salary

$7,323.46 - $8,708.94 Monthly

Location

Lacey, WA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-00065

Department

Public Works

Division

Engineering

Opening Date

12/30/2025

Closing Date

1/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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BASIC PURPOSE

The City is seeking an Engineering Technician III to support the Transportation Division and help improve safety and mobility for our community. This position plays a key role in collecting and analyzing traffic data that informs roadway design, traffic operations, and public safety decisions.

The Engineering Technician III performs a combination of office and field work, including conducting traffic counts and studies, verifying intersection layouts, analyzing traffic collision data, and assisting with roadway design plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D. The position also uses Microsoft Office and specialized software to organize, analyze, and report transportation data.

As part of a customer-focused City team, this role serves as a first point of contact for residents with transportation-related questions or concerns, providing helpful information and supporting community needs.

Please note: The Hiring Manager reserves the right to make changes to this posting at any time.

First round interviews and skills assessments are tentatively scheduled for March 2, 2026.

*This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next six (6) months.*

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These duties include but are not limited to the following:

+ Regularly takes initiative in recommending changes in work methods, policies, and procedures to improve levels of service delivery and improve overall operating efficiencies.

+ Monitors day-to-day operations and anticipates and troubleshoots problems where needed.

+ Responds quickly and appropriately to citizen inquiries, requests for service, and/or complaints. Handles complaints and answers citizen inquiries regarding public work issues to best of ability. Follows through if unable to answer the question at the moment.

+ Routinely detects and prevents errors or mistakes that would prove costly or could seriously disrupt a city service or project.

+ Represents the City at inter-agency meetings, committee meetings, or with contractors or citizen groups as assigned. Prepare agendas, lead meetings and take meeting minutes related to section work.

+ Safely operate a vehicle to and from offsite facilities, inspection locations, or other locations necessary to perform assigned work. Uses computer(s) to perform engineering tasks related to section work, preparation of spreadsheets, design work, engineering modeling, AutoCAD, GIS, Bluebeam and other programs.

+ Usually perceives when non-routine activities are required and offers help without needing to be asked. Makes efforts to modify workload to assist with an emergent problem, assignment, or project whenever feasible.

+ Maintain accurate schedules for work, review work for accuracy, coaches or trains other staff as appropriate, and ensures timely completion of work. Refers all performance issues to immediate supervisor for resolution and participates in joint problem solving as appropriate.

+ May be assigned to assist with engineering work for another section (i.e. survey, utility mapping, construction inspection, plan review, design, transportation or drafting).

+ Participates as a member of the project management team for City public works construction projects. This includes ensuring project records conform to City, state and federal requirements, making revisions, and other project related records and correspondence.

+ May perform limited section supervision responsibilities in absence of section supervisor.

+ Transportation Design:

+ Manages and conducts all aspects of collecting transportation data including; traffic counts, turning movements, collision reports, speed studies, signal timing and intersection information. Compiles the data into reports, databases, and GIS. Makes recommendations to improve efficiency and safety.

+ First point of contact for citizens with transportation questions. Responds to customer requests and complaints regarding all traffic concerns such as speeding, signage, congestion, signals, site distance, traffic calming, etc. Provides appropriate information, conducts a site evaluation, and provides recommendations and alternatives in a timely fashion. Initiates work order for any necessary minor improvements such as signing or striping. Based on findings, makes recommendations for major improvements or projects

+ Uses the latest version of AutoCAD Civil 3D for engineering design work and updating the City's mapping and records systems.

+ Performs project engineer tasks such as conducting studies, preliminary field surveys, and researching issues and alternatives.

+ Calculates intersection level of service or signal timing plans using HCM, SIDRA, SYNCHRO, or other appropriate software. Routinely, reviews intersection level of service and signal timing plan to ensure efficient and safe operations. Makes proactive recommendations to improve service and maintain safety. Works with an Engineer to develop and implement timing plans.

+ Assists with the review of Traffic Impact Analysis submitted by developers and calculates traffic mitigation fees. Presents findings in written form to Transportation Manager.

+ May be assigned to lead and/or direct technical support staff on assigned projects which entail a relatively typical transportation design and can be anticipated to present few and/or minor engineering design complexities.

+ Assist with pavement management survey; visually inspects and rates the condition of City's streets and recommend rehabilitation methods and priorities; assists with compiling data into the Pavement Management report.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

An Associate's Degree in civil engineering technology or related field AND three (3) years of work experience performing technical engineering or surveying work with emphasis in the area of assigned section responsibilities.

OR

A High School Diploma or GED AND five (5) years of work experience performing technical engineering or surveying work with emphasis in the area of assigned section responsibilities.

*May have a combination of experience, education, and training that would substitute for the level of knowledge and ability required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSE(S)

+ Must pass a thorough background investigation and successfully complete pre-employment medical testing for the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

+ Must maintain a level of physical and mental fitness necessary to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation

+ Must be attentive to job safety considerations and follows all required safety policies, procedures and techniques.

+ Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license at time of hire OR must obtain within 30 days from date of hire, and must have a driving record acceptable to the City and the City’s insurance carrier.

+ Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

+ Civil engineering techniques applicable to assigned section responsibilities and good knowledge of higher mathematics (calculus, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry).

+ Laws, rules and/or regulations that pertain to assigned area of work.

+ Computers and their application to land surveying, engineering, mapping, project management, and/or design as appropriate to section responsibilities.

+ Public works design and construction practices and methodologies (or land surveying methodologies) as appropriate to section responsibilities.

+ Pertinent standards, guidelines, manuals, and specifications.

+ Local agency guidelines and applicable local, state, and federal funding requirements.

+ Industrial first aid practices and pertinent safety regulations, standards, and guidelines.

+ Survey principles, practices, and preparatory procedures used in control, route, construction, property, and topography survey.

+ Washington land law associated with surveying practices.

+ Trigonometry and analytical geometry and their application to surveying.

+ Proper use and adjustment of surveying instruments and equipment.

+ Sources and methods of obtaining data from survey records.

+ CSI and WSDOT Standard Specifications.

+ WSDOT Construction Manual

+ WSDOT LAG Manual

Skills in:

+ Preparation of word documents, spreadsheets, design work, engineering modeling, AutoCAD, GIS and other related applications.

+ Drafting to prepare neat and accurate notes, drawings, sketches and field maps.

+ Georeferencing imagery.

+ Reading plats, plans, and blueprints.

+ Editing vector data.

+ Interpreting aerial photos.

Ability to:

+ Utilize a high degree of skill and competency in making independent decisions in resolving problems

+ Routinely provide leadership and direction to other technical staff and effectively coordinate assigned project.

+ Perform technical duties of section responsibilities in accordance with accepted engineering construction and or survey practices.

+ Use a computer, iPad or other equipment to perform engineering tasks related to section work, preparation of spreadsheets, design work, engineering modeling, AutoCAD, and other related applications. Apply engineering formulas, principles, and techniques to solve surveying, design, and/or engineering related problems.

+ Demonstrate working knowledge of the local agency guidelines and applicable local, state, and federal funding requirements.

+ Demonstrates willingness to work collaboratively with others and looks for ways to foster respectful relationships with team members, and other internal stakeholders.

+ Work collaboratively with other team members and internal department staff.

+ Demonstrate ability to develop and meet program goals and complete assignments on time.

+ Warmly greet the public and co-workers and clearly convey a sincere willingness to be of service and/or be open to resolving the situation at hand. Clearly explains self or answers when necessary. Takes the time to ensure message is easily understood. Closes all contacts courteously and appropriately.

+ Look for opportunities to build trust; follows up on answers; researches more data if needed; willing to be helpful; willing to negotiate schedule to accommodate another's needs; and is willing to use both good verbal and non-verbal behavior to show an open, accepting attitude.

+ Portray an image of knowledge, confidence, professionalism, fairness, and caring. Dress and grooming are appropriate to position.

+ Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

+ Work in the field in all weather conditions and over rough terrain when assigned field responsibilities.

+ Search survey records, compile and analyze survey data.

+ Read and interpret complex maps and property descriptions to establish and maintain records and files of survey data.

+ Perform technical duties in accordance with accepted engineering construction and or survey practices.

The City of Lacey understands the importance of benefits and offers a competitive and full benefits package for all regular full-time employees.

Generally, represented employees may receive some, or all, of the benefits listed below, based on their union contracts. Those employees should consult their union agreements for specific information about their benefits, which can be found on the City web page here (http://www.ci.lacey.wa.us/city-government/city-departments/human-resources/union-contracts-and-policies) . This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 618-L.

Medical Insurance Benefits:

+ Medical - Choice of Regence BlueShield (PPO) or Kaiser Permanente (HMO) plans offered through the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Trust.

The employer pays 100% of employee's monthly premiums and 90% of qualified dependent/domestic partner's premiums.

+ Vision - VSP with low co-pays

+ Dental – Choice of Willamette or Delta Dental plans and orthodontia coverage.

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Program that provides resources to employees, their immediate family (including dependent children) and anyone living in the employee’s household. The EAP can provide help with matters such as stress/anxiety, parenting, grief, workplace issues, legal services, financial services, and more.

Life Insurance & Long Term Disability & Accidental Death and Dismemberment

+ Employer paid life insurance plan

+ Employer paid long term disability plan

+ Employer paid accidental death and dismemberment plan

Leave Benefits:

+ 96 Hours of Vacation on Accrual Basis (increasing with years of service)

+ 11 Paid Holidays

+ 2 Floating Holidays

+ 8 Hours Sick Leave Accrued per Month

+ Jury Duty/Military Leave

+ Bereavement Leave

*All benefits and accruals are outlined in the collective bargaining agreement found here: Policies, Union Contracts, Pay & Benefits - City of Lacey (https://cityoflacey.org/union-contracts-policies-pay/)

Investment and Retirement Programs:

+ State retirement pension plan – Includes employer paid contributions to the State of Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)

+ 457 Deferred Compensation (voluntary)- two options MissionSquare and DRS

+ Social Security benefit (for Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) covered staff) – Our Employee Benefits include employer paid contributions to Social Security and Employees pay the employee portion of Social Security tax.

+ HRA/VEBA plan- A designated monthly amount (a City and/or employee contribution) is paid into a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) VEBA account. An HRA is a type of health plan savings account for your family’s medical care expenses and premiums, which can be accessed during employment with the City or saved and used at separation or retirement.

+ 1% Benefit - Employer provides a 1% contribution of your monthly salary pre-tax towards two options; 1) applied to insurance premium amount owed for dependent coverage or invested into a 457 deferred compensation account; OR a cash disbursement amount applied to your check monthly but the amount is taxed.

Voluntary Benefits:

+ Optional plans for additional life insurance, disability, and accident coverage

+ Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan - employees can contribute pre-tax contributions toward IRS allowed, qualifying medical and/or daycare expenses.

Wellness Program:

+ The City has a robust employee Wellness program that offers a variety of resources and activities for employee well-being.

Flexible Working Arrangements:

+ In recognition of Commute Trip reduction efforts, the City of Lacey provides flexible and alternative work schedules for many of our workforce positions.

+ City Hall is within minutes driving from I-5 Exit 108, and within walking/biking distance from Park and Ride Transit Martin Way Location and the Chehalis Western Trail.

Tuition Reimbursement:

+ The City promotes a learning environment and encourages opportunities for employees to continue to grow in their positions and careers. The City offers tuition reimbursement (as outline in City Personnel Policies) for eligible employees.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF):

+ Employees are also eligible to apply to The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. This program is a United States government program that was created under the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007 to provide indebted professionals a way out of their federal student loan debt burden by working full-time in public service.

*Note: Regular part-time employees may be eligible for pro-rated benefits (medical/dental/vision) depending on the hours of work assigned to the position. Their spouses and dependents are not eligible for health insurance coverage.