Engineer-in-Training/DWO

Company: City of Houston
Location: Houston
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Section: HW/DWOReporting Location: 611 Walker Workdays & Hours: M-F, 7am - 4pm Subject to ChangeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAssists in the evaluation of existing and proposed assets, policies, practices, standards, and future projects, as they relate to operations and maintenance (O&M) for the City's potable water system. Engages in plan reviews, meetings, contract management, coordination, water quality tracking, regulatory compliance, and special projects as needed. Is highly self-motivated, and utilizes excellent engineering judgement in problem identification, assessment, and proposal of solutions. Employs software and hardware as assigned in order to achieve efficiency in job duties. Works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Provides technical assistance in the administration and supervision of municipal Capital Improvement Projects. Assists with preparation and review of design/construction contracts, plans, specifications, technical reports, invoices and pay estimates, supplemental agreements/appropriations, change orders, requests for information and requests for council action. Performs periodic inspections of construction work and reports on status of construction, potential problems and contract compliance. Attends and participates in design/construction progress meetings. WORKING CONDITIONS The position is physically comfortable: the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, bending, lifting, etc. This is a Houston Public Works Department position at the Tier II Level.

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