ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING (Kenosha Water Utility)

TheEngineer-In-Trainingis responsible for the planning and implementation of the Kenosha Water Utilitys (KWU) construction projects. The incumbent coordinates and reviews the work of contractors and consultants and certifies that the work is acceptable and in compliance with contract documents and local state and federal requirements. Incumbents work is reviewed through conferences and written reports for results obtained.

TheKWU Engineering Departmentis responsible for reviewing approving and inspecting all sewer and water infrastructure within our system including oversight of Utility awarded contracts to help rehabilitate and enhance our aging infrastructure. KWU Engineering also manages a variety of other programs such as: the Lead Service Replacement Program (LSRP) responding toDiggers Hotlinelocating requests sanitary sewer televising inspections manhole inspections sanitary flow monitoring water main leak detection hydrant flow testing and maintaining/updating the KWU Geographical Information System (G.I.S.) database.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (illustrative only)

• Designs water and sanitary sewer systems and infrastructure and assists with water/wastewater treatment facility design.

• Prepares and reviews engineering specifications plans and reports; makes design and policy recommendations; evaluates engineering solutions and ensures coordination with overall policy.

• Assists with review of private development plans and adjoining community infrastructure improvement plans.

• Functions as project manager on utility construction projects including directing work supervising inspecting and reviewing data submittal for accuracy.

• Acts as Utility liaison between consultants developers contractors property owners and the public to communicate information and resolve problems involving Utility engineering projects or services.

Other Required Duties & Responsibilities (illustrative only)

• Researches and files plans records and reports.

• Attends meetings and training seminars.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Note: The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the various types of work performed by the person in this job classification. The above list is not all-inclusive. The omission of a particular job duty does not mean that the duty is not one of the essential functions of the position. Management reserves the right to assign employees in this job classification to duties not listed above if the duties are fairly within the scope of responsibilities applicable to this position. Further note that employment in this job classification does not create an employment contract between the Kenosha Water Utility (KWU) and the employee and is subject to change by KWU as the needs of KWU and the specific department change over time.

Required Education Training and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university (if not already possessed to be acquired by end of current semester).

• Utility related engineering design experience is preferred but not required to apply.

• Possession of EIT (Engineer-In-Training) certification from the state of Wisconsin within one (1) year of hire date.

• Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge skills and abilities.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as applied to water and wastewater utilities services and infrastructure.

• Knowledge of utilities and public works design construction and maintenance methods materials and equipment.

• Knowledge of environmental laws regulating utilities wastewater and water facilities.

• Knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) and geographic information systems (GIS) as they relate to water and wastewater services.

• Knowledge of management and administrative practices.

• Ability to design engineering projects and water/wastewater systems.

• Ability to utilize and perform mid-level analysis of a wide variety of reference descriptive advisory and/or design data and information such as engineering and construction designs and drawings project reports engineering reports technical specifications policies procedures and non-routine correspondence.

• Ability to perform moderately complex algebraic calculations and to utilize the principles of basic probability and statistical inference.

• Ability to write and present reports in a clear and concise manner.

• Ability to supervise the work of field personnel in construction projects.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees municipal/county departments contractors developers and the general public.

• Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.

Physical Requirements:

• Task involves the regular and at times sustained performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces bending stooping working in confined spaces and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pound) items

• Task may involve the complex operation of gasoline electric or diesel-powered machinery or shop equipment requiring the manipulation of multiple controls fine adjustments or both; or the sustained operation of such devices.

• Tasks may involve ascending and descending stairs or ladders.

• Tasks may involve entering confined spaces.

Environmental Requirements:

• Task may require infrequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions which may include factors such as inclement weather temperature variations odors toxic agents noise vibrations wetness machinery electrical currents traffic hazards and/or dust. Such exposure may cause some discomfort or a risk of injury.

Sensory Requirements:

• Task requires color sound odor depth and visual perception and discrimination.

• Task requires oral communications ability.

Other Requirements:

• Possession of a valid drivers license and a good driving record.

• May be required to work overtime during construction projects or Utility emergencies.

Selection of qualified applicants will be based upon a rating of their training experience and work record. The selection process may include written and/or oral examinations.Appointment and rate of pay will be made in accordance with the KWU Employee Handbook and the City of Kenosha Civil Service Ordinance. The Kenosha Water Utility reserves the right to further evaluate only those applicant who meet the needs of our organization.