What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Engineering Worker position at Olmsted County?
JOB
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years. Individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment and any potential post-accident drug test as these positions are deemed safety sensitive. Regardless of Minnesota statute, marijuana and other drugs will disqualify individuals from initial and continued employment.Desirable Qualifications: Enrolled in an Engineering degree program or closely related field. Understanding of the principles and practices used in the civil engineering field and focused on the transportation system. Desired candidates should have a strong math and/or science educational background.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under supervision, assists the transportation division of Public Works. Performs skilled nonprofessional civil engineering work of moderate difficulty in construction inspection, material testing, computerized design drafting, mapping, surveying, and related engineering support responsibilities. Uses computers, surveying instruments and drafting equipment in the preparation of transportation construction plans, and in making quantity calculations in the office. Employees in this position will spend most of their time in the field but may occasionally be asked to assist in an office setting. Work in the field may be hazardous and dirty. Assignments and instructions are received orally and in writing. Work is spot-checked in progress and reviewed upon completion. Guidance is available if required, however the employee is expected to work independently according to prescribed procedures.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working knowledge of the principles and practices used in engineeringKnowledge of applicable tra?c laws, ordinances and regulationsAbility to understand written and verbal instructionsAbility to communicate with sta? and publicAbility to work independently and as a teamAbility to perform manual labor in sometimes di?cult weather conditionsAbility to drive and operate an automobile (car/truck)Ability to read and interpret construction plansAbility to use various hand toolsAbility to operate a calculator and computerPersons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands: Function: 24% or Less25% - 49P%-74u% or moreOffice environmentX Outdoors environment XLab/shop environmentX In vehicle/operating equipmentX Exposure to hazardous materials/chemicals/toxic or caustic chemicalsX Confined/restricted working environmentX Exposure to atmospheric conditionsX Exposure to weather, extreme heat, wet and/or humid XExposure to noise X Exposure to vibration X Sitting, climbing, crouching, kneeling, handling, feelingX Standing, walking, reaching X Pulling, stooping, balancing X Pushing up to 100 pounds X Lifting up to 100 pounds X Repetitive hand/foot movements, typing/data entryX Talking X Hearing X Operate vehicle X Operate heavy equipment X Close, distance and color vision, depth perception, accommodationX Field of vision X Sedentary (exert up to 10 pounds of force) X Light effort (exert up to 20 pounds of force)X Medium effort (exert up to 50 pounds of force) X Heavy effort (exert up to 100 pounds of force)X Proximity to moving, mechanical parts X An Equal Opportunity Employer
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years. Individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment and any potential post-accident drug test as these positions are deemed safety sensitive. Regardless of Minnesota statute, marijuana and other drugs will disqualify individuals from initial and continued employment.Desirable Qualifications: Enrolled in an Engineering degree program or closely related field. Understanding of the principles and practices used in the civil engineering field and focused on the transportation system. Desired candidates should have a strong math and/or science educational background.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under supervision, assists the transportation division of Public Works. Performs skilled nonprofessional civil engineering work of moderate difficulty in construction inspection, material testing, computerized design drafting, mapping, surveying, and related engineering support responsibilities. Uses computers, surveying instruments and drafting equipment in the preparation of transportation construction plans, and in making quantity calculations in the office. Employees in this position will spend most of their time in the field but may occasionally be asked to assist in an office setting. Work in the field may be hazardous and dirty. Assignments and instructions are received orally and in writing. Work is spot-checked in progress and reviewed upon completion. Guidance is available if required, however the employee is expected to work independently according to prescribed procedures.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working knowledge of the principles and practices used in engineeringKnowledge of applicable tra?c laws, ordinances and regulationsAbility to understand written and verbal instructionsAbility to communicate with sta? and publicAbility to work independently and as a teamAbility to perform manual labor in sometimes di?cult weather conditionsAbility to drive and operate an automobile (car/truck)Ability to read and interpret construction plansAbility to use various hand toolsAbility to operate a calculator and computerPersons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands: Function: 24% or Less25% - 49P%-74u% or moreOffice environmentX Outdoors environment XLab/shop environmentX In vehicle/operating equipmentX Exposure to hazardous materials/chemicals/toxic or caustic chemicalsX Confined/restricted working environmentX Exposure to atmospheric conditionsX Exposure to weather, extreme heat, wet and/or humid XExposure to noise X Exposure to vibration X Sitting, climbing, crouching, kneeling, handling, feelingX Standing, walking, reaching X Pulling, stooping, balancing X Pushing up to 100 pounds X Lifting up to 100 pounds X Repetitive hand/foot movements, typing/data entryX Talking X Hearing X Operate vehicle X Operate heavy equipment X Close, distance and color vision, depth perception, accommodationX Field of vision X Sedentary (exert up to 10 pounds of force) X Light effort (exert up to 20 pounds of force)X Medium effort (exert up to 50 pounds of force) X Heavy effort (exert up to 100 pounds of force)X Proximity to moving, mechanical parts X An Equal Opportunity Employer
