Field Engineering Aide - City of Medford
Medford, MA 02155
About the Job
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Field Civil Engineer reports to the City Engineer and is responsible for conducting field investigations and mapping of the City’s drainage, sewer, and water utility systems; construction inspection and oversight; and designing and managing roadway and utility engineering projects. This position will also assist with utility asset management, stormwater system management, and pavement condition management.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform field investigations to verify and update utility network connectivity of drainage, sewer, and water systems.
- Inspect utility system features, such as manholes, catch basins, outfalls, stormwater management structures, and pipes, and update inspection databases.
- Collect GPS data and other field data, and update GIS databases and mapping related to roadway and utility assets.
- Perform public works construction supervision and administration; manage work orders.
- Design and develop roadway impro including layout, grading, and drainage.
- Assist with and perform engineering studies, including drainage and hydraulic studies for flood mitigation; develop designs to mitigate localized flooding; write technical reports.
- Monitor and update utility asset management databases, conduct asset management data and risk analysis, and prepare condition assessment reports.
- Assist with the implementation of the City’s pavement management plan and perform pavement condition investigations and assessment.
- Assist with the management of roadway drainage systems, including managing the EPA MS4 stormwater permitting requirements.
- Prepare, apply for, and manage permits necessary to perform construction work, such MWRA 8M, DCR construction permit, etc.
- Update maps & plans and prepare as-built plans and plans for presentations.
- Prepare cost estimates for construction projects.
- Coordinate with contractors, consultants, residents, other DPW divisions, other departments within the city, government agencies, and officials.
- Other tasks and assignments per the City Engineer.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Minimum:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
- Minimum of one year of relevant experience
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred:
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
- Pursuit of Professional Engineer (PE)
- Three (3) of related experience or more
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (See Full Job Description at www.medfordma.org)
Work Conditions: (See Full Job Description at www.medfordma.org)
Physical Activity Requirements: (See Full Job Description at www.medfordma.org)
HOURS OF WORK:
Full-Time/35 hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Wednesday 8:30 am - 7:30 pm, Friday 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, May be required to work outside of normal business hours at night or on weekends
SALARY:
Non-Union PW-13 ($1,138.20 -$ 1,322.92 /weekly)
ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TO
Human Resources Department
City of Medford – Room 204
85 George P. Hassett Drive
Medford, MA 02155
Or send a cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to jobs@medford-ma.gov for the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – www.medfordma.org
The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Source : City of Medford
