Field Engineer (DWM - OLIO - Operations)
Company: City of Atlanta
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 15, 2024
Job Description:
Posting expires: October 26, 2023Salary commensurate with
experienceAt the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building
and improving our community. -Our police officers, firefighters and
building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff
keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our
City's infrastructure. -Our City planners help envision and shape
future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance
our quality of life. -Our engineers help keep our drinking water
clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume)
operating and our buildings maintained. -Along with the host of
Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose
support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! - If you are seeking
a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving
and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job
opportunities we have to offer.General Description and
Classification StandardsThe purpose of the Field Engineer position
is to perform and oversee site inspections and investigations for
water distribution system and/or wastewater collection and
conveyance system infrastructure. Work may also include, monitoring
construction projects, interpreting construction plans, preparing
and maintaining records, troubleshooting and other problem-solving
related efforts associated with City of Atlanta water distribution
and sewer infrastructure. May operate hand and power tools.This is
an experienced professional capable of carrying out most
assignments with limited guidance and/or general review. This
position requires extensive knowledge of water distribution and
sewer operations and customer relations as related to the job
practices, policies, and procedures.Supervision ReceivedPerforms
work under general supervision with regular review and advice from
a manager or senior-level professional. Normally receives guidance
regarding overall mission, scheduling, problem solving, unique
priorities, etc.Essential Duties & Responsibilities - These are
typical responsibilities for this position and should not be
-construed as exclusive or all inclusive. - May perform other
duties as assigned. -
- Performs field investigations, research and respond to water
distribution system and wastewater collection system-related issues
in an efficient and timely manner.
- Responds to water and/or sewer-related customer service
requests or complaints as detailed on work orders. Contacting
customers and make on-site investigations to determine the extent
of the problem, determining actions necessary to resolve the
problem and following up with the parties responsible for resolving
the problem until the work order is closed out.
- Uses independent judgment and discretion in the handling of
emergency situations, setting priorities maintaining standards, and
resolving problems. Excellent skills in promptly communicating
proposed actions and updates to supervisors and senior
management.
- Must be able to read, understand and interpret maps,
engineering plans, schematic drawings, calculations, work orders
and other related materials to generally locate underground
utilities. -
- Must be able to assemble information and make written reports
and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner.
- Works with office staff to create and forward all necessary
work orders over to its area of responsibility for resolution.
- Conducts inspection/investigation of linear infrastructure
construction projects, including capital projects and preventative
reactive maintenance projects.
- Documents field findings, conditions, and activities related to
customer service work orders. Prepares site investigation
reports.
- Provides effective communication with citizens, developers,
contractors, plumbers, etc. and other internal DWM staff.
- Provides quality customer service through thorough inspection,
investigation, and communication with citizens and
internal/external stakeholders regarding water and wastewater
complaints and related matters.
- May work as part of a team to inspect, maintain and operate
water mains and associated appurtenances and/or sewer conveyance
systems and appurtenancesKnowledge, Skills & Abilities -This is a
partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities
required to -perform the job successfully. - It is not an
exhaustive or all-inclusive list.
- Knowledge: -Must be able to quickly obtain knowledge of
-department policies and procedures and applicable industry
standards. Possess an in-depth knowledge -of the principles,
practices and procedures and construction techniques as it pertains
to buried water/wastewater-related infrastructure and general
construction site safety. Detailed knowledge of the methods,
products, tools and equipment used in water/wastewater maintenance
and construction work; Must be knowledgeable and proficient with
computers.
- Skill: Skill in performing all typical tasks associated
observation of construction activities and maintenance of buried
water/wastewater infrastructure; Skill in utilizing construction
and maintenance tools and equipment to inspect, investigate and
troubleshoot various infrastructure issues. Has the mathematical
ability to handle required calculations.
- Ability: Ability to understand, interpret and apply pertinent
policies, procedures and regulations; ability to investigate water
and/or sewer related issues, determine actions necessary to resolve
such issues; ability to perform maintenance -and troubleshooting
activities involving skills in the functional fields to which
assigned; prepare written and computer based daily logs, activity
sheets, project sketches, reports and other supporting
documentation; Ability to communicate diplomatically and
effectively both verbally and written. Ability to manage conflict
and/or concerns of the general public. Ability adapt to changes in
work environment. -Minimum Qualifications - Education and
Experience
- High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
- 7 years of construction and/or maintenance of water facilities
experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience
which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for
this job -
- Ability to read, understand and interpret construction
drawings, sketches, specifications and engineering reports and the
ability to make basic field-related engineering computations. -
-Preferred Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Civil Engineering or related field of
study.
- 10 years of construction and/or maintenance of water facilities
experience or any equivalent combination of training and
experience.Required Licenses & Certificates:
- Water Distribution Operator license or Wastewater Collection
System Operator license is required for employment.Essential
Capabilities and Work EnvironmentRequired physical, lifting (up to
100 lbs), and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the
job successfully. Typical environmental -conditions associated with
job. Ability to stand, crawl, function in a confined or restricted
space.City of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.
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