What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician III - Construction position at St. Louis County?
St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works are looking for several candidates for the Engineering Technician III position. These jobs are responsible for performing technical engineering work, including: plan inspection, drafting, plan updates, and construction and material inspection at roadway construction sites.
The starting salary for this position will typically be $23.29 per hour but will be based on experience and qualifications. Each snow season Department employees that are required (as defined by their job description) to work snow will receive a $6 per hour increase when they report for emergency snow removal services.
As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance as well as short and long term disability.
To learn more County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.
St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
Inspect materials, work in progress and completed work for compliance with construction specifications, plans and procedures.
Meet with, assess and inspect the work of contractors, consultants and company representatives.
Update plans, criteria books, and drawings, prepare reports, non-compliance notices and resolve issues presented by contractors and the general public.
Perform safety checks of work sites and observe work in progress for compliance with established work procedures.
Perform other duties as required or assigned, including assigned duties during mandatory snow shift.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County. Drug testing is required for positions covered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and employees will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as required by the DOT regulations.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
The starting salary for this position will typically be $23.29 per hour but will be based on experience and qualifications. Each snow season Department employees that are required (as defined by their job description) to work snow will receive a $6 per hour increase when they report for emergency snow removal services.
As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance as well as short and long term disability.
To learn more County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.
St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
Review and interpret construction plans and coordinate construction scheduling.
Inspect materials, work in progress and completed work for compliance with construction specifications, plans and procedures.
Meet with, assess and inspect the work of contractors, consultants and company representatives.
Update plans, criteria books, and drawings, prepare reports, non-compliance notices and resolve issues presented by contractors and the general public.
Perform safety checks of work sites and observe work in progress for compliance with established work procedures.
Complete a variety of routine field and laboratory testing procedures on construction materials to ensure conformance with specifications.
Perform other duties as required or assigned, including assigned duties during mandatory snow shift.
Candidates should have completed college level coursework in engineering and mathematics, and three years of experience in roadway construction inspection or a related field; or have an equivalent amount of training and experience. Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within the first 6 months of employment.
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County. Drug testing is required for positions covered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and employees will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as required by the DOT regulations.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
Salary : $40,373 - $67,600
