Engineering Aide II

Under the general supervision of the department manager, performs routine drafting, construction and permit inspection, surveying and traffic engineering tasks.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES

1. Performs various duties on a survey crew involving measuring, staking, operating a level rod, making computations and sketches, preparing survey notes, operating and maintaining survey equipment and devices, as well as clearing brush to establish survey lines and acts as a flag person to support crew safety.

2. Assists with traffic engineering studies and the preparation of recommendation reports for traffic signals and signing, speed limits, turning movements, and safety related items. Analyzes accident reports to determine hazardous areas needing further study. Places traffic counters for recording traffic volumes.

3. Performs construction inspection on all related facilities relative to road, bridge, permit, and subdivision construction to assure compliance with plans, policies and specifications.

4. Reviews, issues, and inspects permit applications and permitted projects.

5. Maintains records and files for accident reports, traffic counts, sign placement, card file, permits, bridge and culvert inspection, construction archive and the like.

6. Perform material inspection including review of density testing and concrete testing to assure material compliance with project specifications.

7. Prepares Inspectors Daily Reports (IDR’s) including record keeping, measurements, constructed quantities, force account activities, and preparation of “as built” plans.

8. Performs routine plan drafting for road and bridges, updates township, right-of-way, traffic and certification maps. Reduces field notes, plots cross-sections, computes earth work and other quantities, operates copy machines and maintain records and files.

1. Performs culvert inspections and records pertinent data and observations for staff engineers.

2. Assists in scoping future design/construction projects by providing quantity calculations and cost estimates.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Must possess: Maintain good interpersonal relationships. Perform mathematical computations with proficiency and accuracy. Maintain complex, accurate records and produce reports. Understand complex oral and written directions. Make decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, plans, specifications and policies. Basic knowledge of personal computers.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, process correspondence and write memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one or group situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out detailed and involved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problem situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, kneel, walk distances in excess of one mile, negotiate uneven and/or irregular terrain, use hands and arms to hold, reach, lift and carry loads in excess of 40 libs., perform strenuous and vigorous movements such as but not limited to driving stakes in hard soil, or feel objects and talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma/GED. One (1) year of experience as a civil engineering technician or equivalent is desirable. Associate degree in Civil Engineering preferred. Knowledge of computer software with emphasis in Microsoft Office applications. Valid Michigan Driver’s License.

Starting Hourly Rate = Grade Level (5) Starting Hourly Rate = $27.12 per hour with comprehensive benefit package included but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, paid holidays and vacation, pension and deferred compensation. Please email resume to [email protected] or mail to Sonia D. Breed, Genesee County Road Commission, 211 W. Oakley St., Flint, MI 48503. Resumes received until position is filled.

Any questions regarding this advertisement should be directed to: Sonia D. Breed ¨ Human Resources Coordinator¨ Email: [email protected] ¨ Phone: (810) 767-4920 ext. 222 ¨ Fax: (810) 767-0774

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $27.12 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person