What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Engineer position at City of Hurst.?
Current Title Graduate Engineer
Department Public Works
Division Engineering
FLSA Exempt
Salary $55,000- $70,000 Hiring Range
Job Summary
Performs engineering duties in the design, construction and operation of Public Works projects including, streets, drainage, water, wastewater and traffic. Provides technical assistance to the Public Works Department, citizens, contractors, and other internal departments regarding construction management and development. Evaluates, reviews and prepares plans and specifications. Performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
Essential Job Functions
- Reviews and approves changes to approved plans and specifications.
- Provides assistance to construction inspectors in the interpretation of plans and resolution of problems during construction.
- Prepares project specifications and cost estimates supporting the selection of outside engineering services.
- Conducts pre-bidders meetings to provide answers about construction sequencing, working day assessment, construction safety, and allowable construction materials.
- Prepares maps, cost estimates, exhibits, picture reports and other contract documents; utilizes a variety of engineering programs and applications, including AutoCAD.
- Maintains awareness of progress on assigned projects to assure compliance with designated time and cost estimates.
- Conducts field inspections to ensure construction plans and specifications are accurate.
- Conducts and reports on alternative treatment processes and optimization.
- Interacts with Construction Inspectors daily to answer questions and help resolve problems that may arise.
- Coordinates and consults with outside sources as appropriate during project development such as; Corps of Engineers, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Texas Department of Transportation, other municipalities, and the North Central Council of Governments, Texas Natural Conservation Commission, and the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
- Maintains and supports good record keeping of infrastructure, development, and project archives using GIS and other systems.
- Adheres to Hurst’s Code of Ideals and The Hurst Way. Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.
- Performs related duties as directed when such duties are logical and appropriate.
- Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.
- Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Must have knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to municipal public works, including planning and development, design and construction, and operation and maintenance.
- Must have knowledge of pertinent Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including civil engineering laws and regulations.
- Must have knowledge of standard construction contracts including principles involved in bidding and managing projects.
- Must have knowledge of urban planning principles and land development including; grading, drainage, street and utility design preferred.
- Ability to read and understand engineering plans, subdivision plats, technical materials, reports, journals and any other engineering records.
- Knowledge of computer-aided drafting software, such as AUTOCAD.
- Knowledge of Geographic Information System software, such as ArcGIS.
- Knowledge of current City software, e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and Oracle.
- Possess excellent customer service skills and can excel at applying the City of Hurst’s Code of Ideals in all interpersonal relations with city staff and the public.
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. Ability to pass FE within 2 years of employment.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time to operate standard office equipment, including computer keyboard, telephone, calculator, copier, fax machine, and printer.
Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements
- Must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
- No work experience required but 2-year experience is preferred; however, an Internship in a municipal engineering environment is preferred.
- Must have regular and punctual attendance, reliable transportation, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for meetings, emergency projects, water leaks and other emergencies as needed.
- Must pass a pre-employment background check, credit check and drug screen.
- Must have a valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to perform light to medium work that involves walking or standing, use the computer keyboard and mouse, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear, stand, walk, and stoop, or crouch. This position requires occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This job requires the ability to work in an office environment where the noise level is usually moderate. While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is rarely exposed to disagreeable environmental factors.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.
Salary : $55,000 - $70,000