Engineering Specialist I, II, III ID-1046
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR OUR PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT.
Under limited supervision, the Engineering Specialist performs various technical and specialized engineering work for the design, construction, protection, and maintenance of the City infrastructure. Manages multiple projects and ensures the implementation of development and engineering standards.
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Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions :Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Utilizes and applies engineering and project management principles to facilitate the success and overall prosperity of the City's utilities and infrastructure; manages capital improvement projects for the City with large budgets and strategic goals.
- Reviews and evaluates proposed developments for compliance with City codes, ordinances and proper engineering design; provides all engineering reviews and manages the Engineering department's comments through the land development process; communicates with various developers to resolve issues raised during the review process.
- Investigate concerns with City infrastructure to determine issue, design a solution and responsible entity. Follow up with the source of the concern to explain the responsibility and path to resolution.
- Conducts, performs, and coordinates field inspections for new streets, street improvements, sanitary and storm sewers, curbs, buildings, and other construction projects.
- Performs site visits to all projects within the City; reviews right-of-way permit and other applications for permitting; ensures all necessary documentation is submitted to satisfy requirement for issuance of permits.
- Prepares or participates in the preparation of designs and plans for engineering projects; determines and drafts specifications and details, makes complex computations, estimates construction costs, creates preliminary and final designs; performs extensive project management and coordination.
- Inspects, monitors, and evaluates contract construction work to ensure compliance with established design, specification, and contract agreements; performs inspections and walkthroughs.
- Attends and provides advice and engineering expertise in pre-construction conferences; reviews, evaluates, and determines feasibility of construction plans for private development; monitors compliance with City codes and proper engineering design standards.
- Represents the City in regional, state, and local transportation meetings; provides information and documentation; participates in the review of various studies which impact the engineering methodology of the City.
- Manages, monitors, and handles engineering consultant contracts; provides feedback and general information regarding contract status and details;
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
Education and Experience:
Engineering Specialist I:
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Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering degree; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
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NOTE:Â Individuals currently in their last semester of school may apply. Should they be selected prior to graduation, they will be required to provide evidence of degree by hire date.
Engineering Specialist II:Â Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Marine, Aviation, Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering degree and two (2) years of engineering related experience; OR one (1) year of engineering related experience and certification as an Engineer Intern; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
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Engineering Specialist III:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering degree and four (4) years of engineering related experience; OR three (3) years of engineering related experience and certification as an Engineer Intern; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of -
- Civil engineering terminology and principles
- Mathematics through trigonometry and its application to field surveying and engineering computations
- Construction, inspection, and maintenance of construction projects
- Principles and practices use in property location and topographic surveying
- Department policies and protocols
Skill in -
- Reading and interpreting basic civil engineering plans, maps, aerials, and survey symbols
- Adapting approved engineering methods and standards to the design and construction of a variety of municipal construction projects
- Performing mathematical problems with speed and accuracy
- Establishing and maintaining good relationships
- Dealing tactfully with the public
- Operating a computer with general proficiency
FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives •100% employee health care coverage •Option for dependent health care •Life Insurance •Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan •Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan •Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans •Competitive Salaries •Tuition assistance •Training and development opportunities •Travel compensation •Military leave •Bereavement leave •Discount coupons •Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •Competitive hourly rates •Flexible schedules •Training and development opportunities •Discount coupons •Service and employee recognition awards
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SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.
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What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?
- CDL A
- CDL B
- Regular (E)
- ID Only
- Out of State
- None of the above
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What is your highest level of education?
- Masters Degree or higher
- Bachelors Degree
- Associates Degree
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate
- Completion of 10th grade
- Less than 10th grade education
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How many years of engineering related experience do you have?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1-2 years' experience
- 2-5 years' experience
- 5 or more years' experience
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
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Please explain your response to the following question: Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
Required Question City of Clearwater, FL
