Laura Vance
Tucson
Summary
Dedicated Senior Engineering Technician skilled in conducting thorough field inspections and managing complex documentation. Known for fast learning and strong communication abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Engineering Technician
Town of Sahuarita
Sahuarita
10.2023 - Current
- Review plats, development plans, utility plans, and legal descriptions to assess impacts on municipal infrastructure and ensure compliance with applicable Town codes, engineering standards, and design criteria.
- Evaluate engineering submittals for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with Public Works requirements prior to approval and permit issuance.
- Administer and support Public Works permitting processes by reviewing applications, coordinating documentation, and ensuring regulatory and procedural compliance.
- Conduct field inspections and site investigations for public and private development projects, including Right-of-Way, Private Improvement Permit (PIA), and developer-funded improvements to verify compliance with approved plans and specifications.
- Document and evaluate field conditions and construction activities to identify deficiencies, non-compliance issues, and required corrective actions.
- Interpret and utilize record drawings, as-built plans, engineering maps, and historical infrastructure data to support design review, construction verification, and public inquiries.
- Perform engineering calculations including quantity take-offs, material estimates, and basic cost analysis to support project planning and construction review activities.
- Maintain and update engineering databases, asset management systems, and GIS-based infrastructure records to ensure accurate and current asset documentation.
- Provide technical assistance to internal staff, consultants, contractors, and the public regarding engineering standards, permitting requirements, and project status updates.
- Support development and refinement of Public Works permitting policies, procedures, and workflow improvements, including review of permitting software systems.
- Prepare technical documentation including inspection reports, project correspondence, and engineering records to support compliance tracking and project management.
- Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety standards, Town policies, and applicable engineering and regulatory requirements.
Courtroom Clerk
Arizona Superior Court In Pima County
Tucson
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted judges by preparing necessary legal documents and evidence.
- Provided support during trials by ensuring all procedural requirements were met.
- Managed court records and documentation for efficient case processing.
- Updated case files and dockets using court management software systems.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Professional Geographic Information Systems
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2021
Skills
- Geographic information systems
- Field support
- Work prioritization
- Deadline management
- Problem solving
- Communicative
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Professional Geographic Information Systems Technology Certicate
- IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician
Timeline
Senior Engineering Technician
Town of Sahuarita
10.2023 - Current
Courtroom Clerk
Arizona Superior Court In Pima County
07.2023 - 09.2023
Graduate Certificate - Professional Geographic Information Systems
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona