Utilities Senior Design Technician

About the role

This role performs professional, technical, and analytical work creating, maintaining, and editing maps and geospatial data for a wide range of engineering projects. You’ll work with GIS, AutoCAD, and related software to manage geodatabases, prepare detailed maps, drainage designs, legal descriptions, and presentation exhibits, while ensuring accuracy and consistency with established standards. The position also supports project planning, supervises field data collection, and provides exceptional customer service by assisting the public and other departments with archival drawings, plans, and technical information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze spatial data using industry-standard software and tools
• Interpret civil engineering plans and hydrologic information
• Support public works and utilities projects from planning through implementation
• Collaborate with internal teams and assist external customers
• Use sound judgment, resourcefulness, and professionalism to solve complex problems and support informed decision-making

Requirements

• An associate degree preferred, with a background in Geography, Computer Science, Planning, or Civil Engineering
• Four (4) years of experience in GIS, computer aided drafting and design, mapping
• No licenses or certificates required

Qualifications

• Strong blend of technical expertise and analytical thinking
• Organized, detail-oriented work style
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage priorities and deadlines while maintaining accurate records

Skills

• Proficiency in GIS, AutoCAD, and related software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Customer service orientation

Benefits

Charlotte County offers a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time employees, including:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan options
• Employee assistance program

Pay

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The position is typically full-time, with flexible hours to accommodate project needs. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

Additional Details

Physical demands include walking, sitting, hearing, seeing up close, talking, standing, finger movement, and repetitive motions. Lifting up to 25 pounds may be required, with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Work is primarily performed in an indoor, climate-controlled environment.

Risk/Safety Conditions

There is little or no risk related to physical and/or mental health and safety associated with this position. Employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.