CITY OF AUBURN invites applications for the position of:
Associate Engineer
25 WEST MAIN STREET AUBURN, WA 98001
HUMAN RESOURCES: 253-931-3040
JOBLINE: 253-931-3077 TTY: 253-288-3139
An Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY
Monthly $6,157.44 - $7,568.96
OPENING DATE: 05/15/15
CLOSING DATE: Continuous
DEPARTMENT: CDPW - Engineering
POSITION DETAILS:
This is an entry-level engineering position responsible for providing engineering support functions for Project Engineers of the City, in association with the design and construction of various City public works capital improvement projects. .
PRIMARY DUTIES *Supports Project Engineers in the effort to plan, organize, and schedule the design
and construction of capital public works improvement projects.
*Performs design work associated with capital public works improvement projects including transportation, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, water, and wetland mitigation/environmental projects.
*Develops, reviews, and interprets engineering documents, construction plans, bid specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and contract proposals.
*Develops and reviews various engineering reports, feasibility studies, environmental documents, and pre-design work.
*Assists Project Engineers in the acquisition and execution of permits and approvals necessary for project implementation.
*Conducts research into products, services, and construction methods, as needed, to facilitate project design and construction activities.
*Performs engineering calculations associated with the design and construction of capital public works projects, including quantity take-offs and construction estimates.
*Uses computers for word processing, complex spreadsheet applications, and project scheduling; understands and utilizes CADD drafting and design applications.
Supports Project Engineers in the retainment and management of engineering consultants relating to the design of capital public works improvement projects.
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Assists in monitoring capital public works improvement budgets ensuring that design and construction activities are within budget constraints.
Assists with the coordination with Federal, State, County, and local agencies, railroads, private utility companies, the public, and other City Departments relating to the design and construction of capital public works improvement projects. Supports the preparation of grant applications and administration documentation.
Responds both orally and in writing to citizen concerns related to the development, design, and construction of capital public works improvement projects.
*Deals tactfully and courteously with the public, coworkers, and other City employees, occasionally in difficult customer service situations.
*Maintains knowledge of engineering principles particularly related to public transportation and utility systems and municipal engineering procedures and practices.
*Interprets legal regulations and guidelines.
*Works on a number of diverse capital public works improvement projects simultaneously.
*Establishes and maintains working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
*Demonstrates strong oral and written communications skills.
*Demonstrates decision making skills and determines alternative solutions to complex technical problems and issues.
*Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
*Due to internal and external customer service needs, the incumbent must be able to work a full-time schedule, onsite (appropriate City worksites).
*Shows initiative in performing job functions.
*Meets deadlines for assigned tasks.
*Operates a motor vehicle using a standard driver’s license.
*Work independently with little direction.
*Shows initiative in performing job duties.
* = Primary function. Other primary functions may be identified on a project by project
basis.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from a school accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Posses a current state issued Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) certificate and a valid Washington state driver’s license without impending loss required at time of appointment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The employee works both indoors in a clean, climate-controlled workspace and outdoors, sometimes during inclement weather; required to sit, talk, and hear;
frequently required to use hands to finger, feel, or handle writing utensils, computers, and office supplies which require repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movement; occasionally required to stand and reach with arms and hands, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or crawl. Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to lift or move up to 35 pounds. The employee visits job sites that require walking on uneven, rocky, or rough ground. The position requires mental acuity to ensure thorough mental analysis of situations in a fast-paced environment. The employee is required to maintain confidentiality of information within the department. The employee may be required to deal with irate, disgruntled individuals requiring the use of conflict management skills. The employee is frequently required to perform work in confidence and under pressure for deadlines, and is required to maintain professional composure, tact, patience, and courtesy at all times.
to see the supplemental questionnaire please follow this link: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/auburn/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1148224
Associate Engineer
25 WEST MAIN STREET AUBURN, WA 98001
HUMAN RESOURCES: 253-931-3040
JOBLINE: 253-931-3077 TTY: 253-288-3139
An Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY
Monthly $6,157.44 - $7,568.96
OPENING DATE: 05/15/15
CLOSING DATE: Continuous
DEPARTMENT: CDPW - Engineering
POSITION DETAILS:
This is an entry-level engineering position responsible for providing engineering support functions for Project Engineers of the City, in association with the design and construction of various City public works capital improvement projects. .
PRIMARY DUTIES *Supports Project Engineers in the effort to plan, organize, and schedule the design
and construction of capital public works improvement projects.
*Performs design work associated with capital public works improvement projects including transportation, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, water, and wetland mitigation/environmental projects.
*Develops, reviews, and interprets engineering documents, construction plans, bid specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and contract proposals.
*Develops and reviews various engineering reports, feasibility studies, environmental documents, and pre-design work.
*Assists Project Engineers in the acquisition and execution of permits and approvals necessary for project implementation.
*Conducts research into products, services, and construction methods, as needed, to facilitate project design and construction activities.
*Performs engineering calculations associated with the design and construction of capital public works projects, including quantity take-offs and construction estimates.
*Uses computers for word processing, complex spreadsheet applications, and project scheduling; understands and utilizes CADD drafting and design applications.
Supports Project Engineers in the retainment and management of engineering consultants relating to the design of capital public works improvement projects.
Page 1of 3Job Bulletin
5/18/2015http://agency.governmentjobs.com/auburn/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1148224
Assists in monitoring capital public works improvement budgets ensuring that design and construction activities are within budget constraints.
Assists with the coordination with Federal, State, County, and local agencies, railroads, private utility companies, the public, and other City Departments relating to the design and construction of capital public works improvement projects. Supports the preparation of grant applications and administration documentation.
Responds both orally and in writing to citizen concerns related to the development, design, and construction of capital public works improvement projects.
*Deals tactfully and courteously with the public, coworkers, and other City employees, occasionally in difficult customer service situations.
*Maintains knowledge of engineering principles particularly related to public transportation and utility systems and municipal engineering procedures and practices.
*Interprets legal regulations and guidelines.
*Works on a number of diverse capital public works improvement projects simultaneously.
*Establishes and maintains working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
*Demonstrates strong oral and written communications skills.
*Demonstrates decision making skills and determines alternative solutions to complex technical problems and issues.
*Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
*Due to internal and external customer service needs, the incumbent must be able to work a full-time schedule, onsite (appropriate City worksites).
*Shows initiative in performing job functions.
*Meets deadlines for assigned tasks.
*Operates a motor vehicle using a standard driver’s license.
*Work independently with little direction.
*Shows initiative in performing job duties.
* = Primary function. Other primary functions may be identified on a project by project
basis.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from a school accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Posses a current state issued Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) certificate and a valid Washington state driver’s license without impending loss required at time of appointment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The employee works both indoors in a clean, climate-controlled workspace and outdoors, sometimes during inclement weather; required to sit, talk, and hear;
frequently required to use hands to finger, feel, or handle writing utensils, computers, and office supplies which require repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movement; occasionally required to stand and reach with arms and hands, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or crawl. Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to lift or move up to 35 pounds. The employee visits job sites that require walking on uneven, rocky, or rough ground. The position requires mental acuity to ensure thorough mental analysis of situations in a fast-paced environment. The employee is required to maintain confidentiality of information within the department. The employee may be required to deal with irate, disgruntled individuals requiring the use of conflict management skills. The employee is frequently required to perform work in confidence and under pressure for deadlines, and is required to maintain professional composure, tact, patience, and courtesy at all times.
to see the supplemental questionnaire please follow this link: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/auburn/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1148224
