This position performs engineering design and review duties in support of the operation, development, and maintenance of the city’s water, wastewater, and reclaimed water utilities. An incumbent in this position may be designated “Utilities Engineer I” if Engineer in Training or “Utilities Engineer II”
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
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Knowledge of municipal water and wastewater systems operations principles and practices.
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Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
Knowledge of hydraulics, pumping and piping systems, and electrical controls and motors.
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Knowledge of plan development regulations and city utilities standards.
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Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws.
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Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
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Skill in problem solving.
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Skill in prioritizing and planning.
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Skill in interpersonal relations.
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Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Assistant Utilities Director assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include AWWA standards, Ten State Standards, the Florida Administrative Code, the Florida building code, National Fire Protection Association standards, the land development code, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
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The work consists of varied engineering design and review duties. Strict regulations and the unique nature of each project contribute to the complexity of the position.
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The purpose of this position is to provide engineering support for the city’s water and wastewater utility operations. Successful performance helps ensure the effective and efficient operation of the department and affects the quality of life for city residents and visitors.
CONTACTS
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Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, vendors, suppliers, state and local government officials, elected and appointed officials, community leaders, business leaders, consultants, representatives of other utilities providers, and the general public.
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Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, negotiate matters, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
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The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
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The work is typically performed in an office.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position has functional supervision over assigned personnel.
**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
