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JOB VACANCY # JV 2023-08 UTILITIES ENGINEER

 

THE POSITION OF:                                                              Utilities Engineer

DEPARTMENT OF:                                                               Public Works

IN THE DIVISION OF:                                                           Sanitary Sewers

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:                                                     Exempt

SCHEDULE:                                                                           Full Time

POSTING DATE:                                                                   March 28, 2023

 

Qualified, interested candidates must submit an application and current resume at www.readingpa.gov Questions email – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it." style="color: #0563c1; text-decoration: underline;">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Utilities Engineer performs engineering tasks associated with the evaluation, design, bid, construction, inspection and operation/maintenance of utilities. Utilities include water/wastewater/storm-water systems and treatment facilities along with air quality, solid waste and related environmental systems.

Typical job duties may include but not limited to:

  • Ensures the Utilities Division’s engineering needs are supported and addressed from an overarching and all-encompassing perspective.
  • Prepare plans and specifications for utility system improvements and services.
  • Assist with the preparation, updating and management of the various Utilities Division Capital Improvement Plans (CIPs).
  • Develop and manage Utilities Division project and programs plans and schedules.
  • Manage and/or assist with engineering data, manuals, prints, drawings, etc.
  • Recordkeeping for water/wastewater/storm-water systems and treatment.
  • Support laboratory/operations/maintenance/safety activities from utilities engineering perspective. Provide technical guidance and expert advice on utilities engineering, management, operations, maintenance, laboratory and safety projects and programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Graduation from a four (4) year college or university with major course work in civil, environmental, or closely related engineering discipline is required.
  • Possession of or the ability to obtain the necessary Water and/or Wastewater PaDEP Operators Certification within two (2) years is required. Inability to obtain or loss of certificate, license or registration is cause for discipline up to and including termination.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Possession of valid Pennsylvania motor vehicles operator’s Class C license or higher is required.

 

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