Engineer-In-Training II (Vacancy)

Definition

The Department of Public Utilities, Division of Sewers and Drains, is looking for qualified applicants to fill a vacancy within the Treatment Engineering section. This full time position will support the activities related to the assigned Capital Improvement Projects for the City’s wastewater treatment plants and related activities. Duties include but are not limited to: reviewing engineering plans, designs, reports, and studies to provide feedback as required; generally assess compliance with contract requirements and City needs; and coordinate with consultants and contractors and interpret contract documents. 

Under general supervision of a Professional Engineer, is responsible for performing intermediate level practical engineering work; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Prepares and reviews engineering plans and designs for structures, facilities, or systems;

Prepares and reviews reports and studies to identify and recommend engineering solutions;

Prepares proposals and specifications for new construction and facilities repair projects;

Reviews construction documents as a plans examiner trainee for compliance with building and other codes;

Tabulates bids on small projects; determines adequacy of various materials used in the projects;

Makes site inspections of work; tests and evaluates equipment and materials currently in use;

Prepares technical reports and support data;

Consults with contractors; interprets contract specifications;

Designs small systems and work order plans;

Utilizes database management and analytic tools such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to manage data and to review and generate maps;

May supervise subordinate staff engaged in performing paraprofessional engineering work;

May assign work to drafting personnel for completed working drawings of proposed project.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience as an Engineer-In-Training I with the City of Columbus or equivalent experience.

Possession of a valid Engineer Intern certificate.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Specialization in the discipline for which appointment is being made may be required for some positions and will be incorporated in the job postings, as appropriate.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-1029-V3

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Brittany DelaCruz 

Department of Public Utilities

Division of Sewerage and Drainage 

910 Dublin Rd. RM 4150

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-1494

E: [email protected]

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website at http://utilities.columbus.gov/

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City’s Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City’s human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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