Associate Engineer
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Job Location:
Jacksonville, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance Do you want to earn four weeks off during your first year of employment Do you want low and no cost health insurance options If you answered yes to any of these questions you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!
The Planning and Development Department and the Public Works department are actively seeking one (1) Associate Engineer.
Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee you would also have 12 paid holidays and a personal leave day as well In addition to health insurance dental vision life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of public service and on-time payments.
This is professional engineering work performed under the direction of a Professional Engineer in designing and coordinating the construction of municipal projects. The work requires an understanding and application of the theories principles and practices of civil engineering which are gained through a combination of specialized training and education and considerable related on-the-job experiences. Contacts require skills in understanding and influencing others which are important in coordinating projects with outside parties resolving complaints and enforcing regulations. The professional work is covered by clearly defined policies and principles underlying the activity where the incumbent is required to exercise judgment in accomplishing objectives. The engineering work involves a variety of situations requiring analytical interpretive evaluative and/or constructive thinking in new situations facts and circumstances. Work is performed in an office environment with some field inspections where there are some risks and hazards but they are known predictable and controllable. Operates personal computers motor vehicle survey equipment camera and standard office equipment. The physical demands consist of driving sitting climbing standing and walking to inspect construction sites. The work is performed under limited supervision where assignments are subject to established methods and techniques and are reviewed for quality and adherence to established methods standards and policies.Examples of Work
- Designs civil engineering/site infrastructure and maintenance construction projects.
- Performs professional engineering calculations.
- Prepares and obtains permits.
- Conducts pre-bid conferences and advisory meetings to develop bid terms conditions and specifications. Submits projects for bid process.
- Consults with state and local agencies and utility companies on project designs.
- Compiles data prepares monthly reports and makes oral presentations on design and construction projects.
- Inspects construction sites to determine conformance to design specifications.
- Writes inspection reports for compliance with design specifications.
- Operates a motor vehicle to conduct field inspections.
- Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonvilles competencies.
- Performs related work as required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to plan design implement and manage construction and related projects.
- Ability to perform necessary engineering and construction cost estimating calculations. General knowledge of construction procedures.
- Ability to apply engineering principles and methods.
- Ability to draft bid specifications and gather and evaluate bid data.
- Ability to field inspections at project sites and construction sites to gather design information or determine conformance to design specifications.
- Ability to interpret review and/or prepare technical reports.
- Ability to perform professional engineering calculations.
- Ability to communicate effectively including developing and presenting information.
- Ability to read write and speak English.
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Open Requirements/Supplemental Information
- A six-year combination of education training and experience in civil engineering with roadway drainage and site design projects
- A degree from an (EAC/ABET or EAC/M ABET) Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Inc. accredited engineering curriculum of four years or more in a discipline pertinent to the position being filled.
- Eight years responsible engineering experience three years of which must be pertinent to the position.
- Must have passed either Part I or Part II of the Florida Board of Professional Engineer examination.
- A valid Florida Drivers License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class.
- City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification is required prior to appointment andmust be maintained.
- The probationary period for this class is six months.
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Certain servicemembers and veterans and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
If claiming veterans preference you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable the additional forms as noted here: a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veterans preference he or she may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision requesting an investigation to:
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veterans Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road Suite 311-K
Largo FL 33778-1630
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Required Experience:
IC
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- Laboratory Experience
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