JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  Engineering Specialist (Public Works – Civil Engineering)

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  March 1999

 

ORG/POS #:  2310/2769

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  To inspect, collect field data, survey, and prepare drawings of projects planned for construction or under construction; to respond to customer questions.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives general supervision from the Civil Engineer II, Civil Engineer III, Design Review Engineer, Construction Project Administrator.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Inspects street and drainage facilities, projects involving right-of-way, pavement, bridges, and concrete structures at residential and commercial construction sites to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications.

 

2.         Ability to operate field and lab equipment, including nuclear density testers, to determine the stability and strength of materials, measure line and grade, check the compaction and moisture content of stone and soil, evaluate the slump of concrete, and to collect data regarding the characteristics of construction, right-of-way, and floodway sites.

 

3.         Operates drafting equipment to prepare drawings indicating boundaries and characteristics of specific construction sites.

 

4.         Responds to questions and complaints from citizens concerned about the effect of projects which are adjacent to their properties.

 

5.         Provides survey information for design and construction of projects; locates control points, elevations, and rights-of-way.

 

6.         Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.         Develops and maintains a work schedule for construction inspection projects; maintains files, plans, and records of projects and residential and commercial developments.

 

2.         Reviews the work of contractors and City work crews engaged in annual programs, such as street resurfacing and joint and crack maintenance to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

 

3.         Investigates citizen complaints regarding right-of-way, drainage, and streets; initiates service requests for remedial action, and maintains a service request file, including final resolutions.

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4.         Reviews permits for construction and alteration of commercial buildings to determine the effect on existing sidewalks, drainage facilities, utilities, streets, and rights-of-way.

 

5.         Provides support by utilizing Autocad and Eagle Point to prepare drawings for the Civil Engineering Division.

 

6.         Issues work order requests for construction maintenance and repairs as required.

 

7.         Identifies potential construction problems and recommends appropriate corrective measures to the Construction Project Administrator or Civil Engineer II; suspends construction work until problems are resolved.

 

8.         Maintains a file of material tickets received from suppliers to ensure the types and amount of materials used for projects comply with contract specifications.

 

9.         Maintains a diary for each construction project to record information, such as number of hours worked, number of workers, weather conditions, amount of materials used, and problems encountered.

 

10.       Reviews proposed plans and specifications of construction projects for feasibility and design changes to ensure compliance with City policies and procedures.

 

11.       Answers questions and provides technical information to contractors regarding City policies and procedures regulating construction.

 

12.       Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

None.

JOB SPECIFICATION

ENGINEERING SPECIALIST (PUBLIC WORKS – CIVIL ENGINEERING)

 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs work of average difficulty in inspecting, collecting field data, surveying, and preparing drawings of projects planned for construction or under construction and in responding to customer questions.

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  March 1999

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative)

 

Inspects street and drainage facilities, projects involving right-of-way, pavement, bridges, and concrete structures at residential and commercial construction sites to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications.

 

Ability to operate field and lab equipment, including nuclear density testers, to determine the stability and strength of materials, measure line and grade, check the compaction and moisture content of stone and soil, evaluate the slump of concrete, and to collect data regarding the characteristics of construction, right-of-way, and floodway sites.

 

Operates drafting equipment to prepare drawings indicating boundaries and characteristics of specific construction sites.

 

Responds to questions and complaints from citizens concerned about the effect of projects which are adjacent to their properties.

 

Provides survey information for design and construction of projects; locates control points, elevations, and rights-of-way.

 

Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Good knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.

 

Good knowledge of engineering mathematics.

 

Good knowledge of City policies, procedures, and ordinances governing street and drainage construction or signal device installation.

 

Skill in the operation of engineering testing equipment, including nuclear gauges and scales.

 

Skill in the operation of a core drill.

 

Skill in the operation of engineering lab equipment, including concrete testing equipment and a drying oven.

 

Skill in the operation of survey equipment.

 

Skill in the operation of drafting equipment.

 

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Skill in the operation of a microcomputer, utilizing Autocad, word processing, and spreadsheet software.

 

Skill in the operation of an automatic transmission automobile.

 

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.

 

Ability to review construction plans and specifications for feasibility and compliance with City policies, procedures, and ordinances.

 

Ability to detect discrepancies in construction work.

 

Ability to observe and report field conditions.

 

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

 

Ability to maintain detailed records and reports.

 

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: 

 

Completion of at least two (2) years of college or vocational technical coursework in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field; at least two (2) years of experience in construction inspection, or a related area; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

 

Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

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The physical demands marked below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Physical Requirements	Yes	No
Lifting (lbs.)	50
Carrying (lbs.)	50
Stooping, Bending	ü
Kneeling, Squatting	ü
Walking	ü
Standing	ü
Sitting	ü
Climbing, Balancing (e.g., climbing and working from ladder)	ü
Use of Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel	ü
Physical Coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs)	ü
Eye-Hand Coordination	ü
Close Vision (clear vision at 20" or less)	ü
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20' or more)	ü
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	ü
Depth Perception (ability to judge distance spatial relationships)	ü
Hearing	ü

 

 

The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job:

 

Work Environment	Yes	No
Outdoor Weather Conditions	ü
Wet, Humid Conditions (non-weather)		ü
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts		ü
Work in High, Precarious Places		ü
Fumes or Dust		ü
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals		ü
Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90º F.)		ü
Low Noise (e.g., business office)	ü
Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers)		ü
Loud Noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment)		ü