Job Description

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ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE I

Pay Range: $30.01 - $42.23

NATURE OF WORK

This is entry-level technical work in connection with any engineering in the field and/or office.

Work involves the performance of varied engineering support/construction assignments which include engineering/construction, drafting and design, field survey work, assist survey party, digital engineering and construction drawings, operation of survey instruments, and related office tasks. Employees in this classification perform their work exercising considerable independence under the general supervision of a professional engineer and are normally checked for technical accuracy and for adherence to standards upon completion, and through reports prepared. Supervision is received from an administrative superior.

This position reports to the Director of Public Works/City Engineer and may receive assignments and directions from the Civil Engineer or other staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following examples of work are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

Updates and maintains City maps using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and AutoCAD. Provide maps for the general public, state, county, city and federal agencies. Assists survey party in making a variety of topographic and location survey of property and right-of-way lines and easements and for construction purposes; assists survey party members. Prepares/designs complex engineering and construction drawings for the Public Works Department. Converts the digital City Maps to GIS Data and the GIS Data to digital City Maps to ensure the GIS City map system is current. Submit data to the GIS vendor so the City of Fremont maps are up to date. Sets grades and inspects sidewalks and driveways, and other municipal projects. Prepares design layouts, calculates quantities for public works construction projects, coordinates with customers, and other City departments. Measures and drafts requests for variations from zoning ordinances; prepares information for use in contacting adjacent property owners. Assists Engineering Associate II with elevations and staking; assists the public in attaining various information including zoning and parcels. Performs other work which is consistent with the essential functions of the job.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of land survey techniques and instruments.

Knowledge of the terminology, methods, and techniques of engineering drafting. Knowledge of computer aided drafting software and related engineering software. Knowledge of the practices, methods, and materials used in public works construction. Knowledge of engineering mathematics. Knowledge of the various types of design standards and procedures used in the design and construction of public works projects. Ability to use engineering principles to a variety of public works and utility projects; to read and interpret engineering plan and specifications and to make field specifications. Ability to understand and follow general oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public. Ability to make field computation. Skilled in the use of mapping and/or drafting programs such as AutoCAD, as well as general knowledge of GIS software, ArcView.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or equivalent GED, supplemented by completion of college courses with major emphasis in civil engineering or related field; experience in surveying, computer aided drafting, public works inspection, or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employee must possess and maintain a valid Nebraska Driver's License when operating a vehicle.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.01 - $42.23 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location: In person