SUMMARY
This position is responsible for performing advanced technical work within the Engineering Department, involving the application of engineering techniques gained through training and experience to a wide variety of water supply engineering tasks both in the office and the field. Duties include computer-aided drafting (CAD) and design, geographic information systems (GIS) management, maintaining engineering records including infrastructure databases, using computer system technology to enter and manage data and generate reports, develop queries, and maps of water infrastructure and GIS databases, gathering data in the field for water infrastructure related construction projects. This position interacts with all other divisions of the PWSB, customers, contractors, consultants and all governmental agencies. Limited supervisory duties are required. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Water Information Systems Manager and Water Engineering Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The position will entail a combination of office and field work along with a broad range of information technology duties in support of the Engineering Department as well as interaction with other PWSB Departments as required for water infrastructure and asset management.
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
Make edits to and maintain all aspects of the PWSB Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping, database, and asset management software systems and implementing procedures to facilitate the efficient use of mapping and database systems within the department.
Keep current of GIS and related technological developments, information sources and current issues through continued education and professional growth by attending conferences, seminars and workshops as recommended and approved by the PWSB.
Responsible for providing on-the-job training and on-going technical support to any employees or new hires that are required to utilize the current GIS mapping, database and work order computer software applications in the performance of their particular job duties within the organization.
Responsible for maintaining and updating all mapping and record databases of the PWSB distribution system and watershed areas using geographic information systems applications such as AutoCAD Map and ArcGIS and other related software systems.
Performs GIS database administration and quality assurance assignments; develops automation tools or utilizes standard scripts to integrate CAD and GIS databases and queries to search for database errors or inconsistencies; coordinates data correction assignments; requests GPS data collection and field verifications to populate or correct facilities data; verifies the accuracy and completeness of GIS data received from outside sources; composes metadata to document data purpose, quality and field attribute details.
Responsible for maintaining and updating all conventional and database engineering records, design standards and data associated with the distribution system (i.e. water main, valves, hydrants and water services.)
Using computer-aided drafting, produce plans for proposed water system capital improvement projects, as built drawings for completed projects, and associated updates to the master PWSB system maps and records; using GIS and related software tools to design and produce a wide variety of custom maps integrating GIS and imagery data to meet specific requirements.
Generate and maintain engineering work orders utilizing the PWSB asset management system software application. Coordinates the processing of detailed work order data into the CAD and GIS databases; reviews results for accuracy and completeness.
Assist the PWSB 's engineering consultants in providing information and data regarding the water system for use in conducting hydraulic computer modeling of the water distribution system. Responsible for maintaining valves, hydrants, pipelines, service lines, description fields and associated databases integral to the computer hydraulic model.
Assist each service community' s GIS coordinators to maintain the GIS data related to the PWSB system records that are included in each service area's GIS mapping system.
Assist in the design, preparation of plans and specifications of various capital improvement projects.
Gather field information for water main projects and engineering records;
Perform field inspections to insure compliance on any PWSB construction projects;
Perform water main and service line locates in the field for capital improvement projects and Dig safe using system records, metal detectors or electronic pipeline locators;
Ability to operate a large variety of complex machines directly related to water supply engineering work such as personal computers and related software, plotters, printers, scanners, blueprint machines, metal detectors, pipeline locators, GPS Data Collectors, etc.
Skills in research, data entry, photo and/or document scanning and data layer construction;
Instruct and review office tasks, procedures and duties to temporary or full time clerical personnel;
Receive and resolve routine customer inquiries in person or by telephone;
Provide system records, reports and/or maps upon request;
Perform other duties and activities that may be required for the efficient operation of the PWSB with the ability to work effectively within deadlines and adjustments to priorities.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science in Water Supply, Civil, Environmental, Sanitary, Mechanical or Construction Engineering or a directly related field or an Associate's Degree or equivalent from a two-year college in Engineering or a directly related field. Must have thorough knowledge and experience with computer operations and applications related to the waterworks industry. Must have experience with Autodesk and ESRI products such as ArcGIS for Water Utilities and related software packages such as ESRI, AutoCAD LT, AutoCAD Map, and GPS relational databases. Must have a thorough knowledge of the principles of water supply engineering, mechanics of materials, structures and hydraulics principles and practices as applied to the design and construction of water supply treatment and distribution facilities and appurtenances. Must have the ability to make engineering computations, prepare cost estimates, draw moderately complex engineering plans using conventional and computer aided drafting skills and develop specifications for engineering related assignments.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, software manuals, instructional classroom settings. . Ability to deal with and respond to common inquiries or complaints from public, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community; ability to establish effective working relationships; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position; initiative; good judgment; tact; accuracy; resourcefulness.. Must have the ability to understand, interpret and process complex written and oral instructions.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts with a thorough knowledge of engineering mathematics.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Must have the ability to make decisions recognizing established precedents, practices and systems within the PWSB, as well as to make decisions recognizing current laws, rules and regulations. Must have planning abilities that ensure full performance and high morale, as well as the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
A valid Drivers' License
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level
Pay: $30.01 - $32.20 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Work Location: In person
