1 RESOLUTION NO. 24-29,534
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BURBANK APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE
SALARY AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
DESIGNATION FOR THE CLASSIFICATION OF PRINCIPAL
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK RESOLVES:
1. The Position Classification, adopted by Resolution No. 9240 on the 16 th day
of June, 1953, as amended, is further amended by the addition thereto of the classification of Principal Engineering Technician. This classification is added with a title and specification as set forth in Exhibit A, and a biweekly salary as follows:
CTC Barg. Code Job Series Grade Step 1 Step 14 0791 M Engineering M.1302 $4,253.55 $5,593.43
2. After review and consultation by the Management Services Department, City Clerk’s Office and the Office of the City Attorney, it has been determined that this classification is a Designated Position as defined in the City’s Conflict of Interest Code and shall be required to file a form 700 Statement of Economic Interests as required by Government Code § 81000 et seq. and shall be required to report in disclosure categories 1-6.
3. The Financial Services Director is authorized to make such revisions, changes in summaries, fund totals, grand totals, and other portions of the budget document as necessary to reflect and implement the terms and provisions of this resolution.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 16th day of July, 2024.
_s/Nick Sc hultz______________
Nick Schultz
Mayor
Approved as to Form:
Attest: Office of the City Attorney
_s/Kimberley Clark_____________ By: _s/Joseph H. McDougall____ Kimberley Clark, City Clerk Joseph H. McDougall City Attorney
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2 STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF BURBANK )
I, Kimberley Clark, City Clerk of the City of Burbank, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly passed and adopted by a vote of the Council of the City of Burbank at its regular meeting held on the 16th day of July, 2024 by the following vote:
_s/Kimberley Clark___________
Kimberley Clark, City Clerk
AYES: Anthony, Mullins, Takahashi, Perez, and Schultz.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
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3 Exhibit A
Resolution for the Classification of Principal Engineering Technician
CITY OF BURBANK
PRINCIPAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
DEFINITION
Under general direction, to direct the work of employees; perform highly skilled and responsible engineering work; manage projects including but not limited to design, procurement, and/or construction and maintenance; analyze data, prepare reports, and perform complex calculations; prepare cost estimates, standards, contracts, and specifications; and perform related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs highly skilled engineering support assignments in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering; plans, directs, and schedules the work of entry to mid-level engineers and para-professional engineers; manages and is responsible for advanced project management including: research, planning, design, cost estimation, and budget management; meets with contractors or customers regarding utility services and makes independent decisions in -field; draws maps; designs and drafts detailed engineering projects; prepares and thoroughly reviews finished engineering drawings; enters, records, and analyzes data and performs complex computations; prepares reports, charts, graphs, proposal and bid documents, and bills of material; maintains records; prepares detailed specifications; drafts program configuration files for relays, controllers, or communication devices; develops standards and procedures such as design and construction; determines feasibility of proposed projects ; procures consultant and contract services, material, and equipment; develops and arranges technical training; monitor s contract compliance, project cost, and systems performance with established specifications, policies, and procedures; identifies and resolves system problems; develops and reviews system support and user documentation; maintains and supports existing applications and databases; maintains appropriate records; assists staff with and directs various field, office, test, inspection work in construction, surveying, mapping, design, and data analysis in the areas of water production and distribution, building and plant construction and maintenance, electrical generation, and transmission and distribution; supervises, trains, and evaluates employees; makes effective recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action as needed, up to and including termination; drives on City business.
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4 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Employment Standards:
• Knowledge of – physics and mathematical principles and their application to engineering in preparing charts, graphs, drawings, computations, cost estimates, and specifications; advanced engineering techniques, principles, and practices, methods and materials, industry standards, regulatory requirements, utility engineering policies and procedures, and safety policies and procedures associated with the design and construction of electric, water, and/or generating facilities as applicable to assigned duties; engineering maps and records including geographical information systems (GIS); budget preparation and administration; project management principles ; principles and practices of personnel management and supervision;.
• Skill in – utilizing engineering tools, such as drafting instruments and calculators; drafting and engineering- related drawing; operating modern computers and related software; independent judgement and decisions based on standard policy and procedures; project management.
• Ability to – sketch, trace, delineate, and letter; learn and use computer-assisted design (CAD) systems; use Geographical information Systems (GIS) and other applications to maintain department assets and records; read, understand, and interpret engineering plans and drawings; perform advanced, complex engineering calculations with speed and accuracy; prepare detailed project documents, equipment specifications, and contracts; effectively manage projects; maintain and support existing applications and databases ; direct the work of employees ; project management oversight; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, contractors, and the public.
Education/Training: Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance as determined by the City. Example combination includes but is not limited to completion of two years of course work with emphasis on engineering or related subject and completion of course work in drafting, algebra, and trigonometry with a grade “C” or better from an accredited college or university, and seven years of para-professi onal engineering experience, inclu ding f our years at the level of a Senior Engineering Technician or equivalent.
License & Certificates: A valid California Class “C” driver’s license or equivalent at time of appointment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Desirable Qualifications: AutoCAD Certification; Lean Six Sigma Certification; registration as Project Management Professional (PMP).