Hiring Range: $60,881.60 - $80,262.00/Year. It is anticipated the hiring rate offered will be +/- the midpoint range depending on qualifications.
Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team! This position will perform technical work related to engineering and planning functions for one of the nation’s largest ports. This position will cover a broad range of functions including but not limited to, design and drafting of in-house civil, structural, marine and other multi-disciplined engineering projects, development of conceptual infrastructure layouts, maintenance and organization of digital submittals, as-builts and record drawings and other graphic documentation using contemporary versions of AutoCAD, ArcGIS Pro computer software, and field support for collection of conventional & GPS based survey data; providing support the PCCA’s Engineering Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares in-house civil site, structural, marine, and multi-discipline engineering plans based on sketches and verbal instructions provided by engineers, project managers and senior designers/technicians
Uses collected field data to support design and drawing development
Prepares design concepts for new PCCA projects
Assists PCCA departments in developing permit drawings and quantity estimates
Prepares and updates standard drawings and design details
Prepares exhibits, maps, charts, and other presentation materials to support presentations to the Port Commission and to the general public
Supports maintenance of the Port’s Geodatabase by importing drawings, field data, and other information
Integrate project construction drawings onto PCCA servers as directed
Ability to assist in field inspections to assess site conditions
Collects field data using conventional methods & Trimble GPS / GIS equipment
Supports PCCA for the development of proposed and final lease or easement premises, metes and bounds descriptions, and map exhibits
Performs other related duties as assigned
Adheres to Port policy and maintains good employee relations
Drives Port vehicles, as necessary to complete assigned tasks, courteously and safely and follows applicable procedures for vehicle use
CPR certified or the ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment
Tier 2 status designation
CANDIDATE PROFILE The preferred candidate for this position should be an organized, thorough, and disciplined individual with demonstrated experience in computer aided drafting. The successful candidate should be a creative problem-solver with a collaborative style who can fit well within an energetic and dedicated team. They must possess the following:
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Technical drafting and design technology associates or related bachelor’s degree or comparable experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment
Valid driver’s license
EXPERIENCE & JOB KNOWLEDGE
Prior technical experience related to Port infrastructure and facilities, civil sitework, rail or waterfront preferred; other experience will be considered
Knowledge of GIS applications and Power point preferred
Prior experience with Adobe Creative Cloud suite of applications, i.e. Photoshop, PowerPoint & Lightroom supporting digital presentations preferred
Familiarity with of Civil-3D or REVIT, BIM is a plus
Knowledge of drone UAV is a plus
Effective using Trimble, conventional survey methods or similar GPS survey equipment and Trimble Connect software preferred
TECHNICAL SKILLS
AutoCAD experience required, Civil 3D experience is desired
Experience in ArcGIS Pro and Trimble or similar GPS survey equipment desired
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams and other related applications
NON-TECHNICAL SKILLS
Has a growth mindset
High critical thinking skills
Willingly accepts feedback; is coachable
Fosters team collaboration
Possess a positive and proactive approach to addressing challenges and working with team members
Reliable, dependable and has integrity
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Ability to work well within a fast-paced environment, tight deadlines, and a multitude of projects and changing priorities
Proven organizational and planning skills; ability to set priorities, take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply PCCA policies related to project aspects
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to work in a general office environment, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions
Communicating verbally, in writing and over devices such as phones and mobile phones
Ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed
APPLICATION PROCESS Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at www.portofcc.com on or before May 27th, 2024, 11:59 PM CST.
If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a drug test and alcohol screening as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process.
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status.
Benefits:
Our employees enjoy a fabulous benefits package including:
Competitive salary paid bi-weekly
Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
457 deferred compensation plans
Flexible Spending Account
Low-cost, high quality benefit package including health, dental & vision plan
Tuition reimbursement
Passes to local venues, such as the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington Museum
Paid leave (vacation/sick/bereavement)
Thirteen paid holidays
Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Program & Health Club benefit
Salary commensurate with experience
Questions:01Are you 18 years or older?
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02Technical drafting and design technology associates or related bachelor's degree or comparable experience is required for this position. Please indicate if you have this level of education and/or experience.
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03If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please specify your major and/or your related field experience.
04Prior technical experience related to Port infrastructure and facilities, civil sitework, rail or waterfront is preferred; other experience will be considered. Do you have this experience?
Yes
No
05Knowledge and prior experience in the following is preferred: GIS applications, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Cloud suite of applications, i.e. Photoshop & Lightroom supporting digital presentations, Civil-3D or REVIT, BIM, drone UAV, Trimble, conventional survey methods or similar GPS survey equipment and Trimble Connect software. Do you have this knowledge or experience?
Yes
No
06If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience.
07AutoCAD experience is required for this position. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
08Experience in Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, and Trimble or similar GPS survey equipment is preferred. Do you have this experience?
Yes
No
09If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience.
10The successful candidate must be proficient in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, TEAMS, and other related applications. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
11The successful candidate for this position must posses a growth mindset, have high critical thinking skills, willingly accepts feedback, is coachable, fosters team collaboration, possesses a positive and proactive approach to addressing challenges and working with team members, is reliable, dependable and has integrity. Do you meet these requirements?
Yes
No
12The successful candidate for this position must be flexible and capable of working well in fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, and a multitude of projects and changing priorities. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
13The successful candidate must have proven organizational and planning skills; ability to set priorities, take initiative, and exercise sound independent judgement. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
14The successful candidate must have the ability to understand, interpret, and apply all PCCA policies related to project aspects. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
15This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting, and/or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
16This position requires the candidate to have the ability to work in a general office environment, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
17This position requires communicating verbally, in writing, and over devices such as the phones and mobile phones. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
18This position requires the ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed. Do you meet this requirement?