3 Flex (PCN 253402)

State of Alaska•Nome, AK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Northern Region Construction Western District is looking for an Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 to help us Keep Alaska Moving! This flexibly staffed position offers opportunities to develop technical expertise and assume increasing responsibility as you progress through the Engineering Assistant series. The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from a postsecondary institution accredited by ABET.
An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) certificate issued by a state or the National Council of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors; or verification of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination.
One year of entry level engineering, architectural or land surveying experience as an Engineering Assistant 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
Five years of progressively responsible subprofessional engineering experience of which two years was as a Journey level Engineering Technician or Drafting Technician 3 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
Valid State of Alaska Driver`s License is required.
Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.
Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

Nice To Haves

An applicant who will obtain within nine months a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by ABET, with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying, will qualify to apply.
Graduate study in engineering and/or architecture may be substituted for the required experience as an Engineering Assistant 1.
Graduate study in engineering or architecture may be substituted for the required experience.

Responsibilities

Performing construction inspection and monitoring contractor work for compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
Assisting with project documentation, quantity calculations, progress estimates, and contract administration activities.
Collecting material samples and supporting materials testing and quality assurance efforts.
Coordinating with contractors, inspectors, engineers, and project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
Assisting with design, environmental permitting, and right-of-way activities during the non-construction season.
Preparing change orders, maintaining project records, and supporting payment processing and audit requirements.
Providing on-site project support and agency representation during construction activities.
Serving in increasing leadership roles, including training staff and potentially acting as a Project Engineer on assigned projects.