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Baldwin Park, CA | United States
Job description
JOB SUMMARY
ENGINEERING ASSISTANT
MONTHLY SALARY: $4,678.95 - $6,270.24
4/10 WORK SCHEDULE (MON-THURS 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
PLUS AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE
This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed in the order received. For earliest consideration, apply now. The recruitment may close with or without prior notice.
The examination process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience, including education. Please note that only applicants who are among the most qualified will be invited to participate further in the selections process.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
This position might be perfect for you if you are a well-rounded, and team-oriented individual that is passionate about making a distinct contribution to the Baldwin Park community. The City of Baldwin Park is looking for an individual that can evaluate and manage diverse projects, and can communicate clearly with consultants, developers, contractors and the public. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have excellent customer service skills, and will be familiar with civil engineering and road design software and have experience with general civil engineering design projects.
THE POSITION:
Under general direction, perform journey level and entry level engineering work relative to land development, capital projects design and construction, and traffic engineering; responsible for administrative and technical tasks in connection with permitting, public counter assistance, phone assistance of technical nature, storage and maintenance of plans and files, construction inspection, surveying, and miscellaneous field work; performs sub-professional and professional civil engineering work of basic complexity in connection with design, construction, and maintenance of streets, utilities, public works improvements, and land development activities; provides support to other engineering staff by preparing estimates & calculations, writing specifications, and performing design work utilizing standard drawing equipment and AutoCAD; and coordinates input and maintenance of databases, computer technology, and GIS.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a journey level through entry level position within the engineering series. Positions in this class possess a combination of education, training, and/or experience to perform entry level professional engineering.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from the engineering supervisor and may exercise functional supervision over clerical staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Prepare street plans and profiles; prepare quantity and cost estimates; perform on-site inspections to obtain information; locate and measure boundary lines, right of ways and land grades.
- Prepare complex drawings form engineering sketches, survey field notes and other data for use in the design and construction of a variety of public works projects including water and waste water lines, streets, and storm drains.
- Check plans and specifications for public works, private development, and commercial projects for compliance with City ordinances, standards, and regulations.
- Make and check mathematical calculations related to drafting and basic engineering.
- Review private development proposals including subdivision, parcel and final maps; recommend conditions of approval.
- Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations; resolve problems or refer as appropriate.
- Take samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories; perform routine materials and field tests to assure material/workmanship quality related to land development work and public works construction.
- Maintain and update a variety of maps and records including City street maps, utility systems maps, lot and block maps, and various wall maps.
- Perform traffic studies related to traffic safety, such as traffic flow and speed, placement of traffic control devices, conduct warrant studies for new traffic signals, and stop signs; resolve traffic related complaints.
- Provide technical and administrative information at public counter, issue public works and utility permits.
- Assists in preparing RFP's and RFQ's
- Supports the relationship between the City of Baldwin Park and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
- Equivalent to completion of a Bachelor's degree with major course work in Civil Engineering.
OR
- Equivalent to an Associate of Science degree with major coursework in Computer Technology, Computer Aided Design, Construction Technology, or Engineering, and three (3) years of engineering experience at a journey level performing civil engineering work.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
Must possess a valid California Class "C" driver's license upon appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Bilingual capability in the Spanish language is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF: - Principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works, infrastructure, transportation, and land development.
- Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in engineering construction.
- Principles of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and their application to engineering.
- Subdivision Map Act Law.
- Fundamentals of traffic engineering.
ABILITY TO:
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Prepare plans and drawings neatly and accurately; analyze work papers, reports and special projects; prepare, identify and interpret technical and numerical computations and information; and prepare reports encompassing raw technical data.
- Operate a computer and utilize a variety of software programs such as AutoCAD, Word, Excel, Access, Arc View.
- Sit at a desk for long periods of time; walk around job sites; kneel and bend while inspecting infrastructure and land development construction; climb in and out of trenches; and lift of carry 20 pounds of less.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment and selection process. The selection process may include a written examination, a panel interview and other testing processes designated to predict successful job performance. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information.
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Baldwin Park is committed to promoting equal employment opportunity to all without regard to political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy related condition. Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract for employment. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
REASONABLE ACCOMADATION
The City of Baldwin Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.
LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation.
PROVISIONS
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
City of Baldwin Park
Karina Rueda, Human Resources/Risk Manager
[email protected] (626) 960-4011, extension 113
"The City of Baldwin Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer"
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