Engineering Technician I - Public Works Operations

An exciting opportunity is available to join Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA), an employee-owned, multi-faceted civil engineering and land surveying company that has built a reputation of civil engineering with a personal approach. We are seeking an Engineering Technician I to join our growing Public Works Operations team in Vernon Hills, IL.

What you can expect:

This position requires participation in a variety of basic technical work for sewer and water treatment, collection, and distribution facilities, involving both field and office support of Public Works Operations assignments. It requires operating various types of equipment; performing related mathematical computations; completing reports; executing Standard Operating Procedures; and providing support to other Public Works Operations staff.

How you will make an impact:

As an Engineering Technician I, you will utilize the company values in all phases of your work. You shall perform the full range of duties as assigned under general supervision in a timely fashion, and show competency in the following areas:

• Become proficient in office procedures e.g. time sheets, mileage, expense reports, etc.
• Flush fire hydrants.
• Read, interpret, organize and assist in the creation of technical documents and calculations associated with the position.
• Assist in reviewing field and record information to be used in producing required EPA documentation and monthly reports.
• Exercise valves using trailer mounted valve turning units or by hand.
• Collect asset location and information by GPS.
• Collect manhole data using visual and measuring devices for accurate data collection.
• Respond to emergency water breaks, sewer back-ups, lift stations problems, hydrant leaks and other system malfunctions.
• Attend training and perform non-permitted and permitted confine space entries.
• Read water meters.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; clean or lubricate equipment.
• Order parts, and fill material requests.
• Perform all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards.
• Have the ability to travel out of town during the week to meet customer and project needs.
• Evening and weekend availability required.

Why GHA? 

Join our dynamic team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. We offer generous Paid Time Off (PTO), seven paid holidays, and additional floating holidays. New parents can take advantage of our Parental Leave, while our Educational Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement programs empower you to continue your education and advance your career. Our health and well-being are our priority, which is why we provide robust health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with FSA and HSA spending accounts. Secure your future with our 401k Profit Sharing, Bonus Programs, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). For added peace of mind, we offer Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage, and Legal insurance. With our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more, we are committed to supporting you every step of the way. Join us and be a part of a team that values and invests in you! 

EDUCATION: 

• Must have a high school diploma or a High School Equivalency (HSE) Certificate.

EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE:

• The employee must be capable of driving/operating a motor vehicle for company business, maintain a valid Illinois Driver’s License, and have a registered, insured personal vehicle.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Self-starting, detail-oriented individual that demonstrates curiosity about individual project processes or project subject matter and willingness to participate in various training exercises.

• Work in a collaborative environment under the supervision and mentoring of other civil engineers and engineering technicians.

• Ability to manage personal schedule to adhere to multiple assignment deadlines while communicating progress status.

• Proficiency with software products:

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

  • PDF editing software (Adobe, Bluebeam, etc.)

• Work is performed in both an office environment and outdoors and requires moderate physical demands, including sitting, standing, or walking on uneven surfaces and/or exposure to inclement or extreme weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.

• The ability and desire to take educational courses to improve on the knowledge and new regulation set in place from the EPA or other federal agencies related to the water and wastewater fields

• The ability and desire to become a Certified Water & Wastewater Operator.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be honored to enable individuals with different abilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Requires ability to speak audibly and listen actively.

• Requires ability to use computers, telephones, and other office equipment.

• Requires ability to sit for extended periods of time.

• May require occasional bending and lifting up to 25 pounds.

• May require periodic travel up to 30%.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees at Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc are made in a non-discriminatory manner, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, age, FMLA status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state or local statutes.

Salary : $25 - $30