Civil Engineering Technician - Kentucky

Civil Engineering Technician

Mayfield, KY

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world's leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a self-motivated, experienced civil engineering technician to support Ducks Unlimited in our on-going habitat efforts within the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This position will work out of the NRCS Field Office located in Mayfield, KY. Primary responsibilities will be Survey, Drafting, and Construction Management on NRCS projects in Kentucky. The successful applicant will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers who are responsible for the planning, design, and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects.

Qualifications:

A two-year technical degree in a related field (such as land surveying, civil engineering technology, construction management, computer aided design) and experience in the construction industry is preferred. Candidates should have extensive experience with land surveying, computer aided design (Auto CAD), and construction inspection/management. Demonstrated oral, written and interpersonal communication skills are essential. Candidates must be self-motivated, goal-oriented and able to work with and solve problems in close team-based relationships. Knowledge and experience with USDA Farm Bill programs and NRCS Design Standards are desired. The ideal candidate should have or be willing to acquire their Part 107 FAA Certificate (licensed to fly a drone for commercial use).

Specific duties include:

• Coordinate with design engineers on project related tasks.
• Coordinate with Regional Biologist on site identification, assessment, and development of wetland restoration plans.
• Perform topographic surveys; equipment may include total station and GPS survey equipment.
• Assist with drafting designs in AutoCAD Civil3D. Daily tasks may include data collection and preparation of:
  • Topographic survey drawings.
  • Land development plans.
  • Detailed design drawings from engineering notes, sketches and/or other drawings, including integration of data from a variety of sources (e.g., LiDAR, GPS, total-station, laser level).
  • Construction/staking plans.
  • Cross-sections, alignments, corridors, feature lines, profiles, earthwork and grading tools, and quantity calculation.
  • As-built/record drawings.
  • Details needed for permit applications.
• Conduct field inspection and perform construction management oversight as needed.
• Ensure that consultants and contractors adhere to project plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Represent DU and NRCS with local, state, and federal personnel, and private landowners, along with other conservation partners in a professional manner at all times.

Field work includes extensive outdoor activity, sometimes in difficult environmental conditions. Field equipment will likely include ATVs and outdoor boats. Therefore, experience with hauling and operating ATVs and outboard boats is desirable. Overnight travel will be required, and work may extend outside normal business hours. Working on weekends is not a common occurrence.

To Apply: Please fill out the application materials and include a resume, cover letter, and minimum of three professional references.The position will be open until filled.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information, except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.