Senior Technician
CobbFendley

Job Info

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Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveyingsolutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career?At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• Effective 2024, CobbFendley is proud to announce that FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases. CobbFendley pays for the entire cost of this benefit.
• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Community service opportunities through the CobbFendley Cares Committee, focusing on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Senior Technicianin the Olympia, Washington area.

Essential Functions:

• Thorough understanding of civil engineering and utility symbols and terminology with respect to preparation of plan & profile drawings for utility systems located within public rights-of-ways. A functional knowledge of PC applications is required. MicroStation and AutoCAD computer aided drafting knowledge is required.
• Work with Project Manager in the design and preparation of detailed computer aided drawings for construction of private underground utility (telephone, electrical conduit and gas) systems.
• Provide CAD support for Utility coordination, Subsurface Utility Engineering, Traffic Control Plans, Construction Inspection and Municipal Projects, as workload dictates.
• Ability to learn new ways to input 2D and 3D utility data into exhibits.
• Meet project completion dates and budgets set by Project Manager and Client.
• Work with rough sketches, drawings, specifications and other engineering data received from client or Project Manager for use in the development of final construction drawings.
• Must be able to understand and work directly with survey notes and record utility drawing.
• Must be able to plot plan view drawings or plan & profile drawings to include cross-sections, spot elevations, buildings, walls, fences, roadways, rights-of-way, underground utilities, tunnels, overhead power lines and other structures noted in the survey notes or on the record utility drawings.
• Ability to work in the field and travel out of town for a week or two at a time.
• Could include collecting field or other utility record data required for completion of construction drawings when necessary.
• Calculate or determine project utility dimensioning, profile grades, route elevations, underground utility line elevations, underground utility line sizes and quantities of materials.
• Perform independent research and adapt to changing priorities.
• Work in a collaborative team environment and perform self QA/QC of work.
• Adhere to CobbFendley’s safety standards to uphold a safe and efficient environment.
• Maintain a professional attitude and fulfill responsibilities with integrity.
• Motivation to work in a dynamic environment with strict deadlines.
• Desire to collaborate with professionals and clients to increase your industry knowledge and grow in your career.
• Commitment to perform responsibilities consistent with industry standards to achieve department and company goals.
• Interest in developing relationships with clients, partners, and local organizations to remain a trusted resource in the community.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work Environment. Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.
• Office Conditions. Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones. Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.
• Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures), noise, and exposure to allergens (e.g., pollen, dust, cedar, sumac, poison ivy).
• Safety and Equipment Use. Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, along with handling electric power tools, cutting tools, plotting equipment, rotary paper cutter, and other equipment.
• Driving and Vehicle Use. May involve driving large pick-up trucks with attached trailers, potentially operating watercraft, and for extended periods of time.
• Noise and Allergens. Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens, including poison ivy, sumac, dust, pollen, and cedar.
• Wildlife Hazards. Potential exposure to wildlife hazards such as animals, insects, and plants.

PHYSICAL + COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements. Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.

Expected hours of work:
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Pay: $36-45 per hour:

Starting pay will be determined at the time of offer based on the experience, education,andtraining of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

CobbFendley offers a comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Section 125 Cafeteria Plan;
  • Medical – Select from two qualified medical plans including a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) or a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
  • Dental – Select from two dental plans including a Dental Preferred Provider Organization (DPPO) or a Maximum Allowable Cost Dental Preferred Provider Organization (MAC-DPPO)
  • Vision
  • Health Saving Account
  • Flexible Spending Account (including Limited and Dependent)
• Employer Funded and Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Beneficiary Resources
• Disability Resource Services
• Travel Resource Services
• Discount Market Place
• Fitness Programs
• Donation Matches
• 401(k) Matching and Profit-Sharing Contribution(s)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Earned Time Off (referred to as “ETO”) is designed to provide employees with paid time off from work that can be used for personal reasons or to handle personal affairs such as, but not limited to, vacation, personal or family illness or health-related leave, doctor appointments, school, volunteerism, and other.
• Company Holidays, including an extended office closure from December 25 through January 1
• Bereavement and Jury Duty Time
• Tuition Reimbursement; Continuing Education; Training and Development

If and when the duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the prospective employee passing a background/drug screen, which will include the candidate’s driving record.

At CobbFendley, we are an equal opportunity employer. All candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). The E-Verify system uses federal databases to rapidly validate individual identities and work eligibility from the information gathered in the Form I-9.

EEO is the Law (English)

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EEO is the Law - Poster Supplement

CobbFendley does not and will not accept unsolicited resumes under any circumstances from independent recruiters, recruiting agencies, or similar entities. Recruiting activity on behalf of a candidate does NOT constitute CobbFendley's acceptance of terms and conditions without prior contractual agreements signed by authorized CobbFendley personnel. Unsolicited resumes through any channels including cold calling, emails, applications, social media messaging, etc., will not be reviewed.

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

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