DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This position involves oversight of work on water mains, involving the exercise of judgement. Major technical problems are discussed with higher-level engineers. Employees in this class exercise independent judgement in planning work details and technical decisions. The incumbent performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only)

• Inspect water main construction for conformance with plans and specifications;
• Make field investigations regarding water main construction projects;
• Review plans and specifications for water main construction;
• Review estimates of quantities of materials and work progress for contractor payments;
• Prepare and maintains records, project data, and may utilize computer systems;
• Coordinate water main work including liaison with contractors and vendors;
• Coordinate water main project schedules;
• Detect leaks in water mains;
• Locate utilities.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Thorough knowledge of the common practices and terminology used in the installation, maintenance, and extension of a municipal water system; thorough knowledge of the tools and equipment used in utility location and leak detection; ability to read and understand plans and specifications; ability to establish cooperative relationships with contractors, consultants, vendors, co-workers, and other staff; initiative and resourcefulness; mechanical aptitude; good judgment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

(A) Possession of Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a closely-related field; OR

(B) Possession of Associate's Degree in civil or environmental engineering or a closely related field AND two (2) years of experience involving civil or environmental engineering or supervising water infrastructure installation work; OR

(C) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND four (4) years of experience involving civil or environmental engineering or supervising water infrastructure installation work.

NOTE: Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If the degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, the candidate must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates will be required to pay the evaluation fee.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.69 - $39.66 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person