Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

Salary

$46,062.00 Annually

Location

20 Interchange Drive, Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

2603410

Department

Stormwater Management

Opening Date

09/01/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Purpose

This position is responsible for participating in the environmental compliance activities of the

Stormwater Management Department.

Essential Job Functions

Performs wet and dry weather sampling throughout the city; forwards samples to testing

laboratory.

Evaluates laboratory tests and uploads results to computer database.

Performs inspections to enforce the Stormwater Management ordinance.

Researches pollutant origins.

Responds to toxic spill incidents.

Inspects industrial sites and commercial businesses for environmental compliance and

pollution prevention purposes.

Responds to and investigates citizen complaints regarding illicit discharge to the

stormwater system.

Participates in the Municipal Stormwater Inspection Program to inspect all city-owned

sites.

Inspects MS4 structures such as outfalls, detention ponds, and tide gates.

Maintains various inventories that enable stormwater inspections (i.e., outfalls, industrial

sites, commercial businesses).

Assists in Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) and Inflow and Infiltration

(I&I) efforts by conducting water sampling and assisting in source tracing activities.

Leads the preparation of the City's NPDES MS4 Annual Report to the state's Environmental

Protection Division.

Represents Department at Earth Day activities.

Responds to emergencies during and after normal work hours.

Operates computer network and associated peripheral devices to facilitate analytical

drafting and mapping assignments.

Prepares maps and charts using GIS software.

Researches courthouse records.

Performs manual and computer-assisted drafting functions.

Files and maintains incoming record drawings; assists others in locating geographic data.

Plots mapping information to maintain mapping layers.

Serves in Critical Workforce for the Department, requiring service during disasters,

weather events such as tropical storms or hurricanes, etc., in a support role at the Critical

Workforce Shelter or other assigned locations.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires an Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or a related field plus two years of work

experience in environmental engineering, or related field; or an equivalent combination of

education, training, and experience.

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical

screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

Knowledge of the principles of conducting water sampling according to established

protocols.

Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment.

Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.

Skill in operating computers and other modern office equipment.

Skill in public and interpersonal relations.

Skill in oral and written communication.

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Do you have an Associates degree in Engineering Technology or a related field, plus two years of work experience in environmental engineering clearly listed on your application?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe your experience with water sampling, environmental compliance inspections, stormwater systems, illicit discharge investigations, GIS/mapping, or related environmental engineering activities. Include the types of work you performed, the equipment or software you used, and your level of responsibility.

04

Please describe your experience communicating environmental, stormwater, or regulatory information to residents, businesses, contractors, or other members of the public. How did you handle questions, complaints, or concerns while ensuring accurate information was provided?

Required Question

Employer City of Savannah

Address 6600 Abercorn Street

Suite 100

Savannah, Georgia, 31405

Phone 912-651-6484

Website http://www.savannahga.gov