Junior Engineering Technician

Boston Water and Sewer Commission•Boston, MA

About The Position

Position Purpose: Performs professional, technical, and all other work related to engineering and construction activities within the Commission; monitors construction site data, records plots, tracks payments and claims, and manages inventory; ensures quality standards and inspections and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree in related field is preferred.
Two (2) years of experience with municipal infrastructure projects or construction sites; experience with construction of water, sewer, and drains systems required; Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Must possess a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License.
General knowledge of civil engineering and engineering survey and design; working knowledge of MS Office applications; working knowledge of local and state regulations.
Ability to compile comprehensive reports and the practical application of findings; assess conditions in a variety of locations and determine proper course of action; deal effectively and diplomatically with the public, consultants, officials, department heads and other constituencies; read site plans.
Strong interpersonal skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficient computer skills including MS Office applications and specialized software; skills in operating the above listed tools and equipment.
Employees must be Boston residents on their date of hire and for the duration of their employment subject to BWSC policies and collective bargaining agreements.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Records, plots and produces field construction data from Construction Inspector’s daily reports.
Maintains manual and electronic databases and files.
Assists in the preparation of final quantities.
Performs computations and analysis of change orders and contractor claims.
Assists in the review of as-built plans progress and performs quality control.
Assists with total station surveys and level runs of new facilities.
Assists in the preparation of special reports as deemed necessary.
Assists in the preparation of permit applications.
Reads and interprets construction drawings, blueprints and site plans.
Responds to various requests for information.
Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.