Engineering Assistant
Salary Range: $64,411- $94,581 (+$10 - $20/hour in benefits)
Employment with the City of Canton comes with an array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, paid vacations, paid holidays, a retirement plan, sick time, and personal holidays.
Applicants must apply at governmentjobs.com/careers/cantonohio. Applicants MUST submit a valid driver's license along with their application and any other pertinent documentation.
This is an open examination. To be eligible for the position under this examination, all applicants must be U.S. citizens or have a permanent resident card. Applicants must be a High School graduate or possess a G.E.D. and be at least 18 years of age.
General Statement of Duties:
This is a responsible and professional position with lower-level managerial responsibilities
Perform professional work which involves the application of civil engineering, surveying, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), or project management to the design, oversight, and construction of public works projects
Work is performed under the general direction of applicable professional staff and is subject to review upon completion
Assignments are usually broad in scope with the opportunity for the use of professional judgment
Application of sound technical principles, practices, and judgment at various levels of project design and construction
Work must be performed in accordance with applicable laws, codes, and regulations
This position is responsible for the direction of work and manner of accomplishment of assigned personnel
This is a professional engineering track position
This position reports to the Department Head, Assistant Department Head, or their designee
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training as deemed acceptable by the Department Head
Must possess a valid State of Ohio Driver's License at all times
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Passing score on Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
General knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, surveying, GIS, project management, or any combination of the above as needed by the department
Familiarity or basic ability to utilize computer software, including, but not limited to AutoCAD Civil 3D, ESRI, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, and water modeling
Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and safety standards as related to engineering design, construction, and related standards and specifications
Ability to plan projects and prepare related designs, estimates, and specifications
Skill in the use of engineering and surveying instruments and equipment
Ability to prepare technical and administrative reports
Ability to analyze situations and develop workable solutions
Ability to effectively communicate and present ideas verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as appropriate with elected officials, department heads, city employees, other agencies, the development, engineering, and construction community, the general public, etc.
Ability to effectively supervise assigned personnel
Proactive training and continuing professional development
Examples of Work:
Assist the Department Head, Assistant Department Head, or their assigned designee in developing, implementing, supervising, and managing various public works projects
Conduct preliminary studies and prepare designs for public works improvements related to water distribution
Develop scopes, specifications, estimates, and standards for public works projects
Prepare loan and grant applications
Create CAD drawings
Operate survey equipment including GIS devices
Consult with developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and others regarding proposed developments, associated utilities, and applicable permits and regulations
Advise and answer technical questions regarding various projects
Review and approve construction plans and specifications prepared by consulting engineers, the Ohio Department of Transportation, and others for the City
Ensure that plans are in compliance with applicable City codes, specifications, and other requirements
Assist engineering personnel in the design of a variety of public works projects
Assist in the inspection and oversight of public works construction projects
Review project plans, construction specifications, material testing requirements, safety standards, shop drawings, quantity measurements, change orders, etc. with inspectors
Review pay requests from contractors and consultants and process accordingly
Identify problems and potential problems, and recommend solutions to senior management as necessary
Prepare and maintain records and reports delineating the activities of the department
Keep abreast of professional developments in the field of civil engineering by reading and studying journals and trade magazines, affiliation with local professional or trade organizations, and attendance to professional or trade workshops and conferences
Coordinate efforts as needed with various departments, agencies, representatives, and the general public
Supervise assigned staff activities on a daily basis
Train employees as appropriate
Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports
Confer with others and give engineering advice on a wide variety of public works improvements
Attend meetings concerning engineering problems and public works projects and related issues
ADA COMPLIANCE
Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor.