Engineering Technician 1
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on118, Asylum Street, Pratt Street Historic District, Downtown Hartford, Clay Arsenal, Hartford, Connecticut, 06103, United States
About the Metropolitan District Commission
The Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) serves eight member municipalities—Bloomfield, East Hartford, Hartford, Newington, Rocky Hill, West Hartford, Wethersfield, and Windsor—by providing quality water supply, water pollution control, mapping, and household hazardous waste collection. Additionally, the MDC supplies drinking water to portions of Farmington, Glastonbury, East Granby, and South Windsor. The organization is dedicated to maintaining essential infrastructure and ensuring public safety through rigorous engineering and administrative oversight.
About the Role
This position serves as a vital technical and administrative support role within the MDC, bridging the gap between field operations, engineering planning, and data management. You will be an integral part of a team that ensures the integrity of the District's water and sewer systems, from the initial survey of a construction site to the final drafting of as-built plans.
Your day-to-day work will be dynamic, often shifting between office-based drafting and data analysis and active field inspection. You may find yourself on a construction inspection team, marking out work areas for contractors, monitoring pavement restoration, or assisting in the safe entry of confined spaces like manholes and vaults. Simultaneously, you will manage the digital backbone of these operations by entering utility data into management systems, maintaining records of claims and accidents, and coordinating with state and town officials regarding permit compliance and restoration projects.
A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to the precision of mapping and drafting. You will interpret sketches and field notes to create scaled engineering project plans, ensuring they conform to District standards. This role requires a keen eye for detail as you research land records, determine property dimensions, and compile geographic information for the District's GIS database. Whether you are issuing work orders for "Call Before You Dig" requests, investigating claims against transgressors, or assisting with private property surveys, your work directly impacts the safety and efficiency of the community's infrastructure.
Hiring Process
The screening process for this position is rigorous and designed to assess both theoretical knowledge and practical application. Applicants are required to take a written exam followed by a practical exam. A passing score of 70 on the written exam is mandatory to proceed to the practical exam. Candidates must successfully pass both examinations to be referred for an interview with supervision and further point evaluation.
Application Instructions
To apply, please visit the MDC careers website at themdc.applicantpro.com. Please note that the MDC only accepts applications through their official website; do not email your resume directly to the organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Metropolitan District Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Commission will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Work location
Work model: On-site
118, Asylum Street, Pratt Street Historic District, Downtown Hartford, Clay Arsenal, Hartford, Connecticut, 06103, United States
Hartford, Connecticut
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInspect and monitor pavement and sidewalk restoration status and mark out work areas for contractors
- check_circleDraft standard engineering project plans, as-built plans, and conform to District drafting standards
- check_circleCompile and input utility and geographic information into computerized mapping and database systems
- check_circleReview sewer and water construction plans for conformance with technical standards and issue permits
- check_circleAssist with wastewater discharge facility inspections and maintain customer and monitoring reports
- check_circleCalculate District charges, fees, and assessments for service connections and main extensions
- check_circlePrepare test reports based on data and provide technical support to engineering teams
- check_circleServe on construction inspection teams and assist in preparing manholes, pits, and vaults for entry
Requirements
- verifiedAssociate's degree plus three (3) years construction, utility, drafting, cartography, or related experience
- verifiedValid driver's license
- verifiedPassing score of 70 on written exam and practical exam
- verifiedTraining in confined space entry procedures
- verifiedKnowledge of CT DEEP wastewater discharge programs
- verifiedKnowledge of CT DPH Cross Connection Program
- verifiedKnowledge of CT Public Utility Regulatory Authority Call Before You Dig requirements
- verifiedKnowledge of State and Local Building Codes
- verifiedKnowledge of SAP Customer Account Maintenance and Billing
- verifiedExperience in Esri's ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Pro (preferred)
Nice to Have
Experience in Esri's suite of software, including ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Pro.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Surveying, Construction Inspection, Utility Services, Drafting, Mapping, Cartography, Arcgis Desktop, Arcgis Pro, Esri, Sap.
Education: Associate's degree plus 3 years experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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Day-to-day, the Engineering Technician 1 at Makati Development Corporation will inspect and monitor pavement and sidewalk restoration status and mark out work areas for contractors; draft standard engineering project plans, as-built plans, and conform to district drafting standards; compile and input utility and geographic information into computerized mapping and database systems; and review sewer and water construction plans for conformance with technical standards and issue permits.
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To qualify for the Engineering Technician 1 at Makati Development Corporation position, applicants should have: Associate's degree plus three (3) years construction, utility, drafting, cartography, or related experience; Valid driver's license; Passing score of 70 on written exam and practical exam; Training in confined space entry procedures; Knowledge of CT DEEP wastewater discharge programs; and Knowledge of CT DPH Cross Connection Program.
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Engineering Technician 1 at Makati Development Corporation is based in 118, Asylum Street, Pratt Street Historic District, Downtown Hartford, Clay Arsenal, Hartford, Connecticut, 06103, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Makati Development Corporation has listed this Engineering Technician 1 role as on-site.
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Engineering Technician 1 at Makati Development Corporation typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Engineering Technician 1 at Makati Development Corporation include Surveying; Construction Inspection; Utility Services; Drafting; Mapping; Cartography; Arcgis Desktop; and Arcgis Pro.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate's degree plus 3 years experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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Engineering Technician 1 at Makati Development Corporation is part of the energy, oil & gas job category on Recrutus.
About Makati Development Corporation
Makati Development Corporation operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ayala Land, Inc., specializing in the construction industry with headquarters in Taguig. Established in 1950 as the construction division of Ayala Corporation, the firm was formally incorporated in 1974 to handle subdivision development and government highway projects. Today, it serves as the primary construction arm for Ayala Land, delivering timely delivery, high-quality standards, and competitive costs to both internal business lines and external clients across the Philippines.
The company holds the distinction of being the first and only construction entity in the Philippines to simultaneously receive ISO Integrated Management System certification. Its extensive portfolio encompasses residential and commercial developments, industrial estates, building construction, and major infrastructure including highways, bridges, water supply, and wastewater systems. Services also extend to engineering design, equipment operations, and the production of ready-mixed concrete and precast products.
With over four decades of experience, Makati Development Corporation has built a reputation as a respected and sought-after contractor in the region. The organization maintains a dedicated team of construction professionals capable of providing comprehensive solutions for complex building needs. A core value of the firm is the commitment to human resource development, actively facilitating career growth for its skilled workers and experts to sustain long-term operational excellence.
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