JUNIOR CIVIL ENGINEER, GRADE 3
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS
CITY OF WORCESTER
The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for a Junior Civil Engineer, Grade 3 for the Engineering Division within the Department of Public Works and Parks. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Engineering, this is a technical and entry level professional civil engineering position in the investigation, design, construction, and maintenance of engineering projects. This position involves performance of technical work requiring the application of professional civil engineering skills and knowledge of engineering projects in the field or office. Assignments are received from a supervisor defining the scope of the work to be performed although the employee uses independent judgement in planning and carrying out work details in accordance with established policies and standard procedures.
Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:
- Supervise and participate in the inspection of engineering construction projects, check for conformance with plans and specifications, submit reports on progress of project and materials used
- Create engineering drawings, design simple infrastructure improvements and roadways, set grades and lines for paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, sewer, drainage, and water construction projects
- Prepare estimates for construction and material costs
- Perform on-site engineer services for municipal construction projects: direct construction activities, and manage construction schedules and budgets
- Perform inspections for DPW&P permits, which may involve subdivisions, sewer connections, drainage connections, installation of private utilities within the City’s right-of-way, and pavement restoration.
- Procure field data necessary for preparation of plans and verification of as built conditions
- Perform related work as required
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering
- Working knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the construction and maintenance of public infrastructure and roadways
- Skill in performing engineering computations
- Skill in conducting engineering research and in writing technical reports of such studies
- Ability to design minor public infrastructure improvements, roadways, and sewer systems
- Ability determine adherence to engineering specifications on a wide variety of construction jobs
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
- Experience in engineering and construction management for horizontal construction and utility projects
- Experience performing engineering computations and engineering design
- Experience performing inspection of public infrastructure and roadways
- Excellent communications skills
- Valid Driver’s License
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two (2) years of civil engineering work for public roadways and/or utilities
- Two (2) years of experience/skill with GIS
- Two (2) years of experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Two (2) years of experience working with construction materials
- Current E.I.T. certification
SALARY RANGE: $30.87 - $37.62 hourly, full-time with an excellent benefits package.
To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2024, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR@worcesterma.gov.
