Engineering Aide
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Engineering Aide performs sub-professional engineering work related to the design, drafting, documentation, project management, and surveying of municipal infrastructure. Projects may involve sewer, water, and stormwater systems; curbs and gutters; streets and sidewalks; and buildings. The role assists with project work from initial scoping through final design, supports surveying and construction inspection, and maintains engineering records, supplies, and equipment. The position requires current enrollment in an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a reasonably related field, and a valid Utah Operator's License. The employee must be capable of lifting more than 75 pounds, repeatedly climbing in and out of vehicles, and accessing and traversing construction sites. Benefits are not available to part-time employees.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or another reasonably related degree program.
- Must possess a valid Utah Operator's License.
- Must be capable of lifting in excess of 75 pounds without adverse consequences.
- Must be able to climb in and out of vehicles repeatedly.
- Must be capable of accessing and traversing construction sites.
- General knowledge of the theory and principles of drafting and engineering design.
- General knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in public works construction and construction planning.
- General knowledge of engineering maps and records, construction plans and specifications, industry guidelines, regulations, and safety standards.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, architects, City employees, supervisors, officials, and the general public.
- General knowledge of surveying principles, equipment, and instrumentation.
Responsibilities
- Perform design and drafting activities for public infrastructure, including water, sewer, stormwater, and irrigation systems; curbs and gutters; sidewalks; roads; parking lots; and buildings.
- Perform simple surveying tasks and assist the City surveyor or other engineering staff in collecting survey data.
- Conduct traffic counts and assist with setting up and operating the City's traffic-counting systems.
- Assist in developing and disseminating information for the general public.
- Assist with projects from initial scoping through final design.
- Draft using computer-aided drafting techniques.
- Assist with inspecting contractor and City construction-crew work to verify compliance with project plans and specifications.
- Make and check mathematical calculations related to engineering design projects.
- Monitor and maintain design and mapping supplies and equipment.
- Consult with contractors, engineers, architects, and others while drafting and designing assigned projects.
- Assist in determining the locations of underground utilities and infrastructure, including water, sewer, stormwater, irrigation, power, gas, and communication lines.
- Participate in pre-construction conferences.
- Research and maintain engineering, surveying, correspondence, and legal records.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
