Senior Engineering Assistant

Senior Engineering Assistant

Utilities

Hiring Range: $61,235 - $93,383

Deadline: 11:59 p.m. July 6, 2025

Chesterfield County Government is seeking a Senior Engineering Assistant to perform a variety of paraprofessional duties for the Construction Section of the Utilities Department to include field research associated with the design of water and wastewater capital improvement & Transportation projects and assisting with construction related requests and inspections. Includes photographing and videoing sites and managing the storing and recordation of these photos and retrieval as needed. Attend field and pre-construction meetings providing support in clarifying issues and potential conflicts, including cursory review of various plans and some project inspections related to water and wastewater assets installed with projects. Manage and oversee repairs and maintenance of the utility administration building projects. Assist with addressing resident concerns associated with the section's various projects, and work with Real Property agents with easement acquisition questions & research. Coordinate and assist with the management of the closed-circuit television inspection (CCTV) for gravity sewer contract and reporting. Review and prepare background information and recommendations relating to the current/future availability and requirements for the use of the public water and wastewater systems including preliminary route layouts and cost estimates. Prepare maps for special projects as needed. Perform other related work as required.   This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

PLEASE NOTE: Position open until filled first review to begin June 16, 2025.

Successful candidate will possess an associate degree in engineering field, or related field of construction management, drafting, computer science, or other related field; five years of experience in paraprofessional engineering involving knowledge of field and/or office engineering involving public water and wastewater design and construction with emphasis on land development, plan review, and local government; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must be capable of conveying moderately complex information to internal and external customers both orally and in writing in a professional and courteous manner. Excellent organizational record keeping skills and positive attitude with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks accurately and within stringent time limits. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite including Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. Preferred experience with ArcGIS and Adobe Acrobat with some field inspection experience for construction.  Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required. 

A Chesterfield County application is required and must be submitted online by deadline. Visit chesterfield.gov/careers to view instructions and to complete and submit an application. (804) 748-1551. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chesterfieldco/jobs/4964290/senior-engineering-assistant

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