Engineering Technician II Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Engineering Technician II Mecklenburg County•3.6 Mecklenburg County, NC Job Details $22•$33 an hour 20 hours ago Qualifications Customer service Engineering Construction Filing Mid-level Microsoft Office 3 years Driver’s License Computer skills Associate’s degree Full Job Description Follow your calling, Find your career Please apply by: 6/27/25

Salary Range:

$22•$33 This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job. At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations. Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality. Position Summary Perform complex paraprofessional work in support of engineering and or project management activities. This position, under general supervision, is responsible for reviewing permit packages; inspecting construction projects; and providing technical data. Essential Functions Review permit packages and applications for completeness, including structure approvals and development projects requiring detailed engineering study Inspect construction projects to ensure work meets minimum standards, ordinances, and specifications Communicate information and coordinates processes associated with permit and bond processing; processes applications and fees; coordinates requests with departmental staff and external customers; generates various reports; assures final permitting and construction completion Assist the public, contractors, and/or other interested parties with a variety of inquiries and requests for information related to engineering services Provide technical data for construction projects and other compliance data to Engineers, land surveyors, developers, and builders; inspects newly constructed structures assuring compliance of regulations; reviews elevation certificates for compliance with applicable regulations Assist with special activities and projects, which may include: assembling information for grant applications and notification systems; coordinating and maintaining professional service contracts; developing tracking systems Participate in meetings related to engineering projects As applicable, provide front office support, which may include: answering telephones and providing information to callers; periodically staffing service points that require in-person interactions with customers or staff; and/or, performing other related activities.

Minimum Qualifications Experience:

Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in the area of assignment

Education:

Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, Surveying, or Real Estate Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes Licenses and Certifications Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License Must obtain and maintain a Mecklenburg County Operator’s Permit Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Applicable principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in assigned area of responsibility Mathematical concepts Engineering plans, specifications, and surveying work Applicable equipment utilized in the construction trades Applicable Federal, State and local statutes, codes, and regulations Recordkeeping principles and practices Databases Filing systems Customer service principles Skills Completing paperwork and documentation Reviewing plans and/or specifications Performing a variety of engineering-related calculations Providing customer service Conducting site inspections Interpreting and enforcing regulations Reading and interpreting blueprints, sketches, and plans Performing mathematical calculations Maintaining records and filing systems

Abilities Building Partnerships:

Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units or organizations to help achieve business goals

Customer Focus:

Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ own organization’s needs Leverage resources: Takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently

Managing Work:

Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently

Planning and Organizing :

Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently

Safety Awareness:

Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards Computer Skills Proficient in various applicable computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite Physical Demands Work Environment Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions Selection This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. No Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Disclaimer Statement This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.