What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Engineer position at City of Markham, IL?

Salary : $129,916.80 - $165,830.86 Annually

Location : Marina, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 25-022

Department : Engineering Services

Opening Date : 01 / 13 / 2025

Definition and Class Characteristics

FLSA : Exempt

Position will be open until filled. First review of applications will take place February 5, 2025.

Monterey One water is looking for a professional Assistant Engineer with a positive disposition to join our team. The ideal candidate should be a great communicator, self-motivated, and posses a high level of integrity who is capable of working in a fast paced environment.

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Under general direction, performs a variety of professional level engineering activities including the design, preparation and / or review of engineering plans, parcel maps, potential easement encroachments and applications for service extension; ensures conformity with Agency standards and regulations; coordinates extension of services with Agency master plan and policies; performs project management as assigned on Agency CIP projects; and performs other duties as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the non-registered class in the professional engineering series. Incumbents have a working knowledge of various aspects of civil or electrical engineering as it relates to planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance of wastewater collection, treatment and disposal systems. Incumbents perform the less difficult and complex tasks in the field of engineering. As experience and proficiency are gained, assignments will become more technically diverse and difficult, while exercising increasing independence of judgment. Incumbents receive general supervision from the assigned supervisor and functional direction from a higher-level class within the series. This class is distinguished from Associate Engineer in that the latter requires professional registration and performs more complex project management and design duties not expected of this class level.

Essential Functions

Conducts studies, performs research, and recommends improvements for wastewater system operation.
Performs field investigations of technical issues and pilot testing of processes.
Performs failure analysis.
Evaluates test results.
Develops recommendations for consideration and action.
Prepares administrative and operational reports for review by others.
Provides technical information and data to concerned parties.
Assists in the planning, design and construction of Agency facilities.
Performs assigned Agency engineering, construction, inspection, and project budget activities.
Participates in the development of facilities design including plans, specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates.
Performs contract review, preparation and administration activities.
Maintains a variety of files, databases, and record-keeping systems including drawing files, map files, and CAD files.
Reproduces drawings and other materials required for department activities.
Collects, tabulates and assembles records for periodic reports.
Participates in the implementation of new programs and activities.
Confers with and provides consultation to others on work priorities, potential problems, and solutions to current problems.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of :

Principles, practices and methods of engineering.

Materials and equipment used in water and wastewater facilities.

Construction methods and methodology.

Construction management and contract administration principles and practices.

Technical report writing principles and practices.

Principles of calculus, algebra, geometry and trigonometry and their application to the design and construction of pipelines and wastewater collection and treatment systems.

Pertinent Federal, State, regional, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Project budget development and expenditure control, including development of capital improvement plans.

Engineering drafting techniques and use of drafting equipment.

Modern office practices, methods and computer equipment.

Computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software.

English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public and Agency staff, in person and over the telephone.

Ability to :

Prepare construction plans using computerized drafting equipment and techniques.

Learn and apply the principles of project management and apply them to a variety of projects.

Participate in the development of plans, designs, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering standards for construction and improvement projects.

Conduct engineering research work such as pilot tests and field investigations and solve complex engineering problems utilizing a variety of engineering techniques.

Assist with and / or oversee the work of consultants, professionals, and sub-professionals.

Analyze operations, initiate improvements and respond to Agency growth.

Develop costs and control expenditures for capital improvement plans.

Prepare technical reports and recommendations.

Coordinate work with staff, consultants, contractors, and government agencies.

Work collaboratively in a team environment including ability to accept constructive criticism from co-workers.

Ability to pass Agency physical examination, which may include pre-employment assessment of safe work capacity in comparison to the essential job functions for the position.

Organize own work, set priorities and meet critical time deadlines.

Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software application programs.

Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone and in writing.

Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy, procedural and legal guidelines.

Education and Experience :

Any combination of experience and education / training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil or electrical engineering or a closely related field. One year of professional engineering experience in the design and construction of wastewater collection / wastewater treatment systems, or similar mechanical / process systems, or electrical design of systems. Additional specialized training in sanitary or environmental engineering or electrical engineering or a closely related field is highly desirable.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Physical Demands

Standing & Walking - Standing for extended periods of time and / or walking distances (1 or more miles) : 15 minutes up to 6 hours per day.

Lifting - Ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds overhead and 40 pounds to waist level : both these requirements include bending at knees to facilitate proper lifting techniques : 1 minute up to 45 minutes per day.

Climbing - Ability to ascend 10 ft. or more up ladder(s), manhole rungs and stairs : 10 minutes up to 60 minutes per day.

Pulling - The ability to safely pull, hand over hand, up to 60 pounds attached to a rope (retrieval of equipment from tanks, vaults and manholes ) : 1 minute up to 30 minutes per day.

Manual Dexterity - The ability to perform multiple work activities requiring a significant level of physical and mental coordination, such as handling emergency situations, using computer keyboard and writing : 1 hour up to 8 hours per day.

Visual - Acuity to monitor computer screens for long periods. reading pertinent literature for long periods, industry warning signs and instruments, reading O&M manuals and diagrams, computer screen : 30 minutes up to 8 hours per day.

Job requires a good deal of the following activities : research, sitting, reaching, stooping, bending, and squatting : 15 minutes up to 4 hours per day.

Reflexes - Ability to quickly and automatically respond to emergency and safety situations : 1 minute up to 8 hours per day.

Ability to function in confined spaces and / or hazardous environment : 10 minutes up to 4 hours per day.

Ability to don and carry on back a self-contained breathing apparatus weighing up to 45 pounds for extended periods : 10 minutes up to 4 hours per day.

Environmental Elements

Office environment and field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to inclement weather conditions, noise, dust, grease, smoke, and fumes.

M1W VALUES

Accountability - I take ownership of my job as demonstrated through my words, actions, and attitude.

Integrity - I am guided by strong ethics and consistently do the right thing.

Respect - My actions demonstrate that I care about the well-being of others, the organization, and the environment.

Transparency - My communication and actions are honest, complete, timely and open to public review.

Collaboration - I value and seek diverse input to optimize opportunities and solutions.

This position is part of the Mid-Management Group

Employee Benefits Package

Health Care Coverage

Anthem Blue Cross through ACWA JPIA. Agency pays 100% of the employee contribution and a substantial portion of the dependent contribution.

Dental Care Coverage

MetLife. Agency pays 100% of the employee contribution and a substantial portion of the dependent contribution.

Vision Care Coverage

MetLife. Agency pays 100% of the employee contribution and a substantial portion of the dependent contribution.

Life & AD&D Insurance

MetLife. 1x employee's annual salary plus $15,000, maximum of $265,000, paid by Agency.

LTD / STD

MetLife. Paid by Agency.

Retirement

CalPERS. Local Misc. :

Tier 1 3%@60 : 8.211%

Tier 2 2%@55 : 7.211%.

Tier 3 2%@62 : 6.461%

Employees pay 100% of the employee portion.

Vacation

Six month waiting period, accrual every pay period. 440 is the max accrual.

1-3 years = 80 hours / year

3-8 years = 120 hours / year

8-15 years = 160 hours / year

15-20 years = 176 hours / year

20-30 years = 200 hours / year

31 years = 4 additional hours per year of service

Admin Leave

40 hours of Admin Leave are accrued a year

Sick Leave

Employees are granted 96 hours of sick leave, accrued per pay period. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee may accrue due to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) sick leave conversion credit accumulation upon retirement.

Bereavement Leave

Up to five days per incident. Employees can use sick, vacation, compensatory time, or Admin leave.

Military Leave

Temporary military leaves of absence will be granted to engage in ordered military duty.

Holidays

13 paid Holidays per year 1 floating holiday per year.

The Agency provides and pays for an EAP Program through Claremont EAP.

Education Incentive

The employee will be reimbursed for books and tuition only and the employee will receive reimbursement of the course with a grade of "C" or higher. There is a 6 month waiting period for this benefit. Reimbursement is limited to the following maximums :

Community College$1,000 per calendar year

University / State School$2,500 per calendar year

Master's Degree level$3,500 per calendar year

Optional Benefits

AFLAC, Flexible Spending Account (unreimbursed medical and dependent care) and Deferred Compensation Plan (Principal, no matching funds).

Memorandum of Understanding

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I understand that the Monterey One Water requires a completed descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all of this information within my application. (NOTE : AN ATTACHED RESUME DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION. If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

Yes, I understand and have fully completed all requirements.

Please describe your experience in the design and construction of wastewater collection / wastewater treatment systems, or similar mechanical / process systems, or electrical design of systems.

Please describe any specialized training in sanitary or environmental engineering or electrical engineering or a closely related field.

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