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Charleston Water System · 7 hours ago

Engineering Assistant (26-004)

Charleston, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$27/hr - $42/hr

2+ years exp

Charleston Water System is responsible for providing water and wastewater services in the region. They are seeking an Engineering Assistant to provide engineering support for various projects, including reviewing development plans, managing water and sewer projects, and preparing permit applications.

Government

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Reviews development plans, specifications, and calculations for conformance with CWS Minimum Standards for the Design & Construction of Water and Wastewater Systems

Tracks and manages water and sewer development projects from initial submittal to start of construction

Prepares fee determinations and issues invoices to developers for CWS impact and tap fees

Determines availability and non-availability of water and wastewater service for development projects

Acts as liaison between CWS and developer engineers to obtain hydraulic flow analyses of water distribution systems and capacity analyses of wastewater collection systems

Prepares permit applications for submission to local, state, and federal permitting agencies

Prepares maps and exhibits by compiling data from record drawings, valve cards, GIS, and other applicable sources

Prepares written correspondence to developers and engineers

Organizes and conducts hydrostatic flow tests on CWS’ water distribution system

Assists process and/or project engineers in all aspects of project administration

Maintains correct knowledge of regulatory requirements and CWS minimum standards for water and/or wastewater

May be required to work during emergency conditions

Regular attendance is required

Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures

Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System Policy and Procedures

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Civil EngineeringWater/Wastewater SystemsGIS SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeProject ManagementDependabilityOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication Skills

Required

Associate Degree in Civil, Mechanical (Engineering Dept. position only) or Chemical Engineering, or closely related science and two (2) year's related experience; or combination of education and progressively complex work experience to equal five (5) years

Knowledge and understanding of Charleston Water System's water distribution and wastewater collection systems

Knowledge and understanding of Charleston Water System's Minimum Standards for the Design & Construction of Water and Wastewater Systems

Have working knowledge and experience with GIS software

Working knowledge and experience with the theory and operations of water and wastewater systems

Must have excellent organizational skills

Ability to multi-task on numerous projects in varying stages of review, approval, and permitting

Operate a personal computer and efficiently use Microsoft Office software programs

Ability to evaluate problems and develop and implement solutions

Application of engineering/surveying principles and practices

Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness

Valid South Carolina Driver's License required

Ability to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects

Constantly works in internal / external environmental conditions

Routinely ascend/descend ladders, stairs, and ramps as high as thirteen (13) stories at Plum Island and three (3) stories at Hanahan

Constantly positions self to move, traverse for long distances as necessary to perform required work

Ability to make visual observations of all basins and equipment, obtain instrument-reading data, and collect samples and field test readings from numerous sample points

Must be able to turn large valve operator wheels and chain mechanisms

Ability to lift and/or transport up to 50 lbs

May be required to wear a respirator

Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion

Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward

Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sound

Ability to convey detailed instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, and quickly

Ability to observe and comprehend computer screens

Ability to work at elevated height levels as needed to perform various tasks

Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles

Must be able to wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to perform the required essential functions