Adobe ®PORTSMOUTH WATER AND FIRE DISTRICT
JOB OPENING AND DESCRIPTION - 2009
November 17, 2009
A. POSITION: Project Engineer
B. REPORTS TO: General Manager and Chief Engineer
C. RESPONSIBILITY AND DUTIES:
1. Work with considerable independence at the direction of the General Manager and Chief Engineer.
2. Manage capital projects from inception through completion including research, design, preparation of Requests for Proposals and Bids, budgeting, selection of vendor, shop drawing review and construction.
3. Supervise the digitization, checking and updating of existing water system as-built drawings.
4. Prepare professional-quality engineering reports for review and approval by regulatory agencies.
5. Provide comprehensive design review of engineering plans and specifications prepared by professional consultants on behalf of the District and developers.
6. Exercise skill and judgment in performing all engineering and management functions related to the planning, design, construction and operation of a public water system as required by the District.
7. Provide professional inspection of construction work in progress.
8. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, computer and SCADA system problems as necessary.
D. QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Education: BS Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
2. Registrations: Engineer in Training, required; Professional Engineer, preferred.
3. Professional Skills:
a. Proficient in general civil engineering and water works engineering.
b. Proven ability to organize and manage projects.
c. Knowledgeable in pipeline construction, hydraulics, mechanics and plumbing,
d. Proficient in electrical systems, controls, and SCADA systems.
e. Proficient in MS Office and Auto CAD
f. Proficient in surveying techniques, reading and interpreting engineering drawings and performing routine hand drafting.
g. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
h. Ability to follow oral and /or written instructions and work independently.
i. Ability to make decisions and develop solutions in accordance with District policies, procedures, rules and regulations, precedents and accepted engineering practices.
j. Ability to interact in a professional and pleasant manner with supervisors, employees, customers, contractors, regulators and governmental agencies.
k. Ability to supervise other employees.
4. Experience:
a. A minimum of three to four years of engineering experience working in the Civil Engineering field, required.
b. Experience in water supply engineering or operations, preferred.
5. Physical Fitness:
a. Pass complete pre-employment physical and controlled substance testing.
b. Meet physical fitness requirements (attached).
c. Free of controlled substances prior to and during employment.
6. Personal: Self Starter, resourceful, proactive, dedicated, reliable, trustworthy.
E. WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Hours: 40 hour week, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; flexible
2. Lunch: 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m., delayed at times; eat on job site at times.
3. Break: 10 minutes in a.m., 10 minutes in p.m., in field or office depending on assignment.
4. Overtime: Occasional overtime required, compensated by time off.
5. Periodic hours of outside work in all seasons and weather.
6. Maintain valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
7. Must have own transportation for performance of duties with IRS mileage reimbursement by District.
8. Considerable amount of climbing in and out of driver's seat.
9. Periodic climbing into and out of trenches, below grade pits to inspect pipelines and equipment.
10. No smoking on District property or in District vehicles.
11. Office Conditions:
a. Natural gas fueled hot air furnace zoned throughout the office building.
b. Air conditioning zoned throughout the office building.
c. Standard, energy efficient office lighting.
d. Single stall men's uni-sex handicap restroom and single stall women's restroom.
e. Concrete slab on grade, cinder block construction; drafty.
F. COMPENSATION:
1. Salaried: $50,000 per year.
2. Competitive fringe benefits package (see attached summary).
3. Twelve month probationary period.
4. Non-tenured position.
G. APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT:
1. How to Apply:
a. Submit detailed professional resume. Include all secondary and post secondary education, complete employment history, relevant experience and at least three (3) professional references with complete contact information.
b. Complete and submit attached forms with the resume:
1) Authorization for Release of Personal Information Adobe ®
a) To be notarized prior to submittal by applicant
2) RHODE ISLAND BUREAU OF CRIMINAL IDENTIFICATION BACKGROUND CHECK Adobe ®
a) To be notarized prior to submittal by applicant
b) Include a copy of photo identification with date of birth with submittal
c) Submit resume and forms by mail or direct delivery to:
Portsmouth Water and Fire District
1944 East Main Road
P. O. Box 99
Portsmouth, RI 02871.
c. Please note: Faxed and emailed responses will not be accepted.
2. Resumes accepted until position filled.
3. After review of resumes, top qualified candidates will be required to take a mechanical/mathematics aptitude test. Top qualified candidates that successfully complete the aptitude test will be short listed for consideration for employment and may be interviewed by the Administrative Board.
4. Short listed candidates will be required to fill out an application for employment.
5. Any candidate that is considered for an offer of employment will be required to submit to background checks (see attached forms) and a pre-employment physical including testing for controlled substances. The Portsmouth Water and Fire District will conduct a comprehensive background check on prospective employees through local, state and federal law enforcement agencies and credit agencies.
6. All applicants will eventually be notified by mail of the disposition of their submission.
H. START DATE:
Open.
I. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Portsmouth Water and Fire District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The employment policies and practices of the Portsmouth Water and Fire District are to recruit and hire employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected status or disabilities that do not interfere with job performance.
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BENEFITS SUMMARY
Medical: Classic Blue Cross & Blue Shield or Health Mate; Single or Family Plan based on eligibility.
Dental: Delta Dental Level IV, Single or Family Plan based on eligibility.
Cost-Share: Employee responsible for ten (10%) cost share for Medical and Dental Insurance Cost with the percentage subject to change.
Flexible
Spending
Account: Funded by PWFD.
Holidays: 12 Paid.
Vacation 2 weeks after one year,
3 weeks after five years,
4 weeks after ten years,
5 weeks after twenty years.
Pension: Simplified Employee Pension Plan (SEPP) – Contribution by District, over and above compensation, in an amount equal to 10% of total compensation to employee directed SEPP, untaxed (similar to IRA). 100% vesting.
Merit Pay: After one full calendar year of service and with “Exceeds Requirements” annual performance assessment employee is eligible for lump sum Merit Pay up to 8% of annual base pay predicated on policy requirements.
Sick Days: Ten per year, cumulative to 100 days. Payment for unused sick days at 25% upon leaving employ of District.
NOTE: Benefits are subject to change or elimination at the discretion of the Administrative Board of the
Portsmouth Water & Fire District.
MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
for
FULL TIME ENGINEER
1. Lift 50 pounds unassisted without injury.
2. Enter and exit under own power and work-in underground confined spaces or pits for up to one-half hour.
3. Sit for extended periods of time in performing duties including extended periods of time working at a computer work station.
4. Walk and stand on uneven ground at construction sites for extended periods of time for meetings and inspections; enter supported and unsupported trenches using ladder to inspect construction.
5. Drive to and from job sites, day and night, all weather conditions.
6. Work for extended periods around noisy machinery and equipment.
7. Work nights, out of doors, performing engineering evaluations with only natural or limited lighting.
8. Report for emergencies from a sound sleep during the night.
9. Work indoors in office environment as described in job description.