ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV - Range 16 / AMEA
Apply NowCompany: Municipality of Anchorage, AK
Location: Anchorage, AK 99504
Description:
Salary: $37.21 - $47.48 Hourly
Location : Anchorage Regional Landfill, AK
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2025-00228
Department: Solid Waste Services
Division: Solid Waste Processing & Dispo 3
Opening Date: 02/26/2025
Closing Date: 3/7/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Job Information
Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.
This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.
DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste Services
HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday hours TBD
LOCATION: 15500 E. Eagle River Loop Rd.
Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.
Example of Duties
The position performs technical work associated with environmental compliance, including monitoring air quality, landfill gas,
surface runoff, groundwater, and leachate for adherence to applicable regulations and permits issued by the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC), the Anchorage Water and Wastewater
Utility and other agencies. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that SWS meets its environmental compliance obligations
while supporting the effective operation of its disposal facilities. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills are
essential for success in this role. This position supports contracts that take hazardous household waste (HHW) and gathers data from customers for compliance with internal policy and procedures surrounding contaminated soils and asbestos containing material that is reported to internal
personnel. The work associated with this position covers many aspects of transfer and landfill operations at several facilities within
the Municipality of Anchorage with the daily reporting duty station at Anchorage Regional Landfill located in Eagle River. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and seven (7) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, code enforcement, and/or a related field, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Associate's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, Computer Assisted Design (CAD), or a discipline specific to the department, and five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department, and three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department, and at least one (1) year of experience as an Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
Must possess and/or obtain:
Preference:
Additional Important Information
Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to . E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the
All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference
Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process
Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.
NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Employee Relations Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.
The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:
Health / Medical Benefits:
01
In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.
If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.
Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
02
Are you affiliated with the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) Union?
03
Which best describes your level of completed education?
04
Which best describes your experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement?
05
Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the above question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
06
Which best describes your experience as an Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere?
07
Do you possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License or can obtain one by the time of hire?
08
Which of the following do you have experience with?
Required Question
Location : Anchorage Regional Landfill, AK
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2025-00228
Department: Solid Waste Services
Division: Solid Waste Processing & Dispo 3
Opening Date: 02/26/2025
Closing Date: 3/7/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Job Information
Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.
This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.
DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste Services
HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday hours TBD
LOCATION: 15500 E. Eagle River Loop Rd.
Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.
Example of Duties
The position performs technical work associated with environmental compliance, including monitoring air quality, landfill gas,
surface runoff, groundwater, and leachate for adherence to applicable regulations and permits issued by the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC), the Anchorage Water and Wastewater
Utility and other agencies. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that SWS meets its environmental compliance obligations
while supporting the effective operation of its disposal facilities. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills are
essential for success in this role. This position supports contracts that take hazardous household waste (HHW) and gathers data from customers for compliance with internal policy and procedures surrounding contaminated soils and asbestos containing material that is reported to internal
personnel. The work associated with this position covers many aspects of transfer and landfill operations at several facilities within
the Municipality of Anchorage with the daily reporting duty station at Anchorage Regional Landfill located in Eagle River. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and seven (7) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, code enforcement, and/or a related field, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Associate's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, Computer Assisted Design (CAD), or a discipline specific to the department, and five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department, and three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department, and at least one (1) year of experience as an Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.
Must possess and/or obtain:
- Valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record.
Preference:
- Manager Of Landfill Operations (MOLO) certification
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Land fill restriction, Managing used Oil, and Hazardous Waste Manifest training
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910 40 hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER).
- Associate or Bachelor degree in the physical sciences such as, but not limited to chemistry, engineering, or biology
Additional Important Information
Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to . E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the
All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference
Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process
Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.
NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Employee Relations Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.
The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:
Health / Medical Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
- Life Insurance
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care
- Health Savings Accounts
- State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
- 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Leave Plan
- 13 Paid Holidays
01
In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.
If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.
Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
- Yes
- No
02
Are you affiliated with the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) Union?
- Yes
- No
03
Which best describes your level of completed education?
- High school diploma / GED / Equivalent
- Associate's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, Computer Assisted Design (CAD), or a discipline specific to the department
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department
- Master's degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department
04
Which best describes your experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year - less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years - less than 7 years
- 7 years or more
05
Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the above question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
06
Which best describes your experience as an Engineering Technician III level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere?
- None - less than 1 year
- 1 year or more
07
Do you possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License or can obtain one by the time of hire?
- Yes
- No
08
Which of the following do you have experience with?
- Manager Of Landfill Operations (MOLO) certification
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Land fill restriction, Managing used Oil, and Hazardous Waste Manifest training
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910 40 hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER
- Associate or Bachelor degree in the physical sciences such as, but not limited to chemistry, engineering, or biology
Required Question