Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101
Hours: Full-time – 35 Hours

Only candidates who are permanent in the Engineering Technician title, those who are reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #2040), or those who filed for open-competitive exam #5068 may apply. Please include verification of your exam results, proof of filing, or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Safety & Site Support seeks Quality Assurance Auditor. Under the direction of the Senior Quality Assurance Auditor of the Office of Quality Assurance, the selected candidate will perform duties related to quality, material testing and fabrication inspection services and will be responsible for ensuring that workmanship, materials, and products used in DDC capital construction projects conform to DDC specifications and contract requirements. The candidate will conduct quality audits to determine compliance with local, state and federals codes; identify quality deficiencies and verify implementation of corrective actions; inspect material testing laboratories and fabrication plants; review consultants reports, mix designs, vendor approvals and drawings; collect data and prepare detailed reports.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All applicants, including City Employees:
Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN - 20113

Qualification Requirements
For Assignment Levels I – II
1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and two years of full-time satisfactory experience as an engineering technician; or

2. An Associate degree from an accredited college or technical institution with a specialization in engineering technology; or

3. A combination of education and experience which is equivalent to two years of satisfactory experience. To determine educational equivalency for experience, see “Special Note” below.

Special Note
One year of experience credit will be given for each 30 semester credits for college education leading to a degree from an accredited college in engineering technology. However, all candidates must have at least a high school diploma or its educational equivalent.

License Requirement For Certain Positions
For assignment to certain positions, the candidate must possess at the time of appointment or assignment a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Additional Qualification Requirements
For Assignment Levels III – IV
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels III and IV, individuals must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Levels I and II, either
1. At least one year of satisfactory service as an Engineering Technician with the City of New York; or

2. A Baccalaureate degree in engineering technology from an accredited college; or

3. After meeting the minimum requirements described for Assignment Level I, at least two additional years of full-time satisfactory experience performing engineering technician work; or

4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to
Additional Qualification Requirement “3” above and in “Special Note” above.

Candidates should have excellent verbal, written, and computer skills. Candidates with construction auditing-related experience working knowledge of quality and safety requirements (OSHA/DOB, DEP, DOT, FDNY) and materials testing are preferred. OSHA Construction Industry 30-hour certification and ACI Field Testing Technician – Grade I is a plus. This position requires candidates to hold a valid Motor Vehicle Driver’s License and the ability to drive in all 5 boroughs of NYC for the duration of employment.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.