Engineering Assistant
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Salary : $55,681.60 - $60,736.00 AnnuallyLocation : Saginaw, MIJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2024-0079Department: Department of Public ServicesDivision: EngineeringOpening Date: 08/07/2024Closing Date: ContinuousDescription*Open to SEIU Salaried Members and the Public*SEIU Salaried Members must apply within the first 14 days of this posting to beconsidered as an in-house candidate. Any applications received after the first 14 days will be considered with applications from the public.Applications will be screened. Those qualified will be invited to participate in an oral interview. Applicants must successfully pass each of the selection processes by a score of 70% or better to proceed in the process.This posting is subject to close after 14 daysProvides skilled technical work on projects by interfacing between computer aided design software and mapping software, reviews submittals for construction projects and site plans, performs MDOT Office Technician duties for federal road and bridge projects and processes code enforcement complaints and permits; and outside by conducting field inspection for small projects, code enforcement and permits, all under direct supervision. There are two Engineering Assistants reporting directly to the Engineering Office Supervisor. Secondary supervisor is the Assistant City Engineer. Major Duties

Manages data collected from various civil engineering, energy and other municipal projects and City complaint system by updating sewer/water records, drawings and maps in the City's enterprise system, the road asset management program for compliance with State of Michigan mandates, completing as-built information through interpreting surveyor and/or engineer notes from construction. Also maintains PASER rating data and sidewalk repair data.

Participates in engineering office operations through reviewing submittals for construction projects; provides measurements to contractors, utility companies and residents; processes the Engineering Division permits to include maintaining and balancing a cash drawer; and provides assistance and/or finalizes division correspondence.

Participates in Engineering field operations through field inspections, site visits, collecting PASER rating data, monitoring water and sewer utility work within the right of way and investigating any code enforcement sidewalk complaints.

Reviews utility company applications, references city utility information for conflicts, and makes recommendations on behalf of the City Engineer.

Relays requirements for road patches to all entities performing road patches with the Right of Way (ROW).

Serves as construction inspector for sidewalk projects and other small miscellaneous projects through maintaining daily reports, monitoring the contractor work and making field decisions under the direction of the project engineer, ensuring that work meets contract specifications through concrete material testing and mathematical calculations/solutions.

Participates in various phases of design for municipal projects by conducting research, reviews and drafting proposals. Also participates by communicating goals to consultants and participates in project meetings.

Performs site plan reviews.

Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned, including but not limited to:

• Inspects road and water main projects when an Engineering Technician is not available
• Ensures quality control of construction materials and contract work
• Assists in grant writing for construction projects as necessary or requested
• Maintains subdivision maps and writes city property agreements and easements
• Writes land/property boundary descriptions for parcels of property and street changes
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the concrete lab and concrete testing equipment

Carries out duties as assigned by Engineering Office Supervisor The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Job Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering or Construction Management or similar field of study, or equivalent work experience.

One-year experience in Civil Engineering operations preferred.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite in particular MS Word and Excel.

Proficient in Computer Aided Design/Drafting, Autodesk products such as Civil 3D, MAP, and AutoCAD, ESRI and/or GIS Software preferred.

Experience with MDOT computer programs and record keeping system preferred: Michigan Engineers Resource Library (MERL); Roadsoft/GIS; FieldManager

MDOT Concrete Technician certification or ability to obtain within 12 months from placement into position. This is a required certification of this position.

MDOT FieldManager Office Technician certification or ability to obtain within 12 months from placement into position. This is a required certification of this position.

Proficient in downloading data from survey data collectors such as Leica GPS Data Collectors.

Must have good mathematical background (algebra, geometry and trigonometry) in both English and metric measure.

Must possess good effective oral and written communication skills

Experience with City computer programs (such as BS&A) preferred.

Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license.

Supplemental Information

Must be able to lift projects weighing 30-40 pounds.

Must be able to work outside in all types of weather.

Must be able to drive to job site when assigned away from the office.

Must be able to traverse uneven terrain and enter excavations up to 20 feet deep.

The City of Saginaw is committed to hiring individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. All applicants must provide proof of their eligibility to work in the U.S. as required by federal law. The City of Saginaw will not sponsor visas for employment.The City of Saginaw is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.The City of Saginaw offers a competitive benefits package to full time employees.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield HealthCare with low bi-weekly employee premium contributions.
• Dental Insurance and Vision Plan; premium paid by the City
• MERS Hybrid Retirement Plan: 2 plans in one - Defined benefit plan with the investment choice of a defined contribution plan.
• Healthcare Savings Plan: Savings Plan to help you prepare for the costs of health care after you leave employment.
• Life Insurance
• 13 Paid Holidays
• PTO (Paid Time Off) days based on length of service; accrual can be up to 22 days during the first year of employment.
• Long/Short Term Disability Benefits
• Deferred Compensation Program: Voluntary 457 and Roth IRA
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and an Employee Assistance Program.

(Benefits are subject to change in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.)01 What the highest level of education you have obtained to date?

• High School Diploma / GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02 Can you read and interpret engineering drawings?

• Yes
• No

03 Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question