Design Technician

The design technician provides semi-skilled technical or paraprofessional support in the preparation of plans and documents used in the design of roadway projects. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision. Responsibilities include:

• Utilizes computer aided drafting, road design software and various other computer software packages to assist in the preparation of computer generated design plans by drafting and adding text to the design file and producing plan sheets.
• Utilizes design software, computer aided design and drafting, or calculator to calculate quantities, types and sizes of materials and other information as required for project assignments; prepares summaries of quantities.
• Delineates right of way on plans and computes areas; prints microfilm plans and maps for survey research and requests.
• Mounts displays, project overviews, maps, and photos for public hearings and presentations; prepares handouts for bid lettings, public hearings, legal hearings and public meetings.
• Research historical databases and records; locates and reproduces highway plans that are kept on microfilm or compact disk for designers, the general public, contractors, consultants, and utility companies.