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Position Title:
Engineer I, Civil (Construction)
Announcement Number:
ET-07-07-07
Closing Date of Position:
Open Until Filled
Pay Range:
A05 DS-11: $56,916 - $71,912
Department:
Engineering and Technical Services
Work Location:
5000 Overlook Avenue, SW
Tour of Duty:
7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Type of Appointment:
Regular Full Time
Type of Position
Union
Number of Positions:
One
Description of Duties:
This is the entry level for professional work. Performs assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks. Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives. Performs civil engineering designs and calculations, and monitors projects or field operations under the supervision of a higher level engineer. Assists in the development of consultant engineer scope of work for project designs, plant operations, maintenance operations and other field operations. Assists in reviewing consultant designs and contractor submittals under the direct supervision of a higher level engineer. Observes and inspects construction projects to alert higher level engineers to problems requiring solution. Assists in preparing change orders for consultant and construction contracts under the direct supervision of higher level engineers. Performs other in-office and field entry-level civil engineering tasks as needed. Prepares reports and related correspondence. Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations. Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum, or an ABET equivalent and 0 to 1 year of related experience. Must posses a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s Permit to operate Authority motor vehicles. Knowledge of engineering practices and principals. Skill in producing coherent, well organized, written material.
Other Requirements:
In the event that an offer is extended, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening.
First time supervisors and all new D.C. Water and Sewer Authority employees will serve a one (1) year probationary period regardless of prior governmental affiliation.
