Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions - Sedentary work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to transport move projects.
- Ability to traverse in adverse field conditions, mud, etc., as well as observe and hear.
- Ability to ascend/descend short distances, ladders or steps to evaluate or inspect equipment and facilities.
- Ability to read and comprehend as well as develop and write technical reports.
- Ability to operator personal computer and optical surveying equipment.
- Ability to issue and receive as well as understand complex written and oral instructions.
- 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.
Education and/or Experience Associate Engineer Salary Range: $59,779.20 ($28.74/hr) - $92,664.00 ($44.55/hr) The candidate demonstrating the following abilities may be placed at Grade 111: - S. Degree in Engineering from an accredited program with a focus on civil design and hydraulics associated with water and wastewater distribution and collection systems or treatment systems, environmental engineering, or water resources.
- Two (2) years of progressive experience in civil design.
- Registration as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) in the state of South Carolina.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as applied to civil design and hydraulics, water and wastewater distribution and collection systems, water and wastewater treatment plants, and other types of associated facilities or infrastructure.
- Operate a personal computer and efficiently use AutoCAD, hydraulic modeling software, and Microsoft Office software programs.
- Ability to evaluate problems. Develop and implement solutions and make decisions to insure schedule compliance and project progression in accordance with schedules.
- Good public speaking skills enabling the presentation of reports, project concepts and other information to regulatory boards, environmental groups, town or city councils or others as required.
- Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.
Engineer Salary Range: $65,686.40 ($31.58/hr) - $105,123.20 ($50.54/hr) The candidate demonstrating the following abilities may be placed at Grade 112: - S. Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program, with preference given for a strong program of courses in the design of water and wastewater infrastructure.
- At least four (4) years of progressive experience in civil design.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of South Carolina.
- Knowledge of and experience with the design of water and wastewater distribution and collection systems and water and wastewater treatment plants and systems.
- Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as applied to civil design and hydraulics associated with utilities and other types of associated facilities.
- Operate a personal computer and efficiently use AutoCAD, hydraulic modeling software, and Microsoft Office software programs.
- Ability to evaluate problems. Develop and implement solutions and make decisions to insure schedule compliance and project progression in accordance with schedules.
- Good public speaking skills enabling the presentation of reports, project concepts and other information to regulatory boards, environmental groups, town or city councils or others as required.
- Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.
Licenses, Certifications, Registrations - Valid South Carolina driver’s license required.
Training Needs: - OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.
- Skills Based Training
- Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements
- ISO 14001 standards for department and company.
- See Department Competency and Training Matrix for this position
Potential Career Path: ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS, AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION. - Director of Engineering Construction
- Director of Engineering & Construction
- Director of Water Distribution
- Director of Wastewater Collection
- Director of Environmental Resources
- Director of Hanahan Water Treatment
| Computer Skills: Intermediate To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel and Word or similar software, i.e. Mainframe System Program, CMMS, other specialized software. | Mathematical Skills: Intermediate Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to calculate figures such as discounts, interest, area, circumference and percentages with or without a calculator. | | | | | Decision-making Authority: Routine (Non-Exempt) Follows routine procedures and makes minor decisions within prescribed guidelines. Refers non-routine issues to management. | Reasoning Ability: Intermediate Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out general written or oral instructions where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of general instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. | | Supervisory Responsibilities: Functional This job functionally supervises assigned employees usually in the absence of the regular supervisor. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include leading and directing the workers in their daily assignments; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and reporting heightened problems or situations to management. | Safety Sensitive Position: Yes This position falls under our Substance Abuse Policy and is subject to: post-accident, reason suspicion, random, periodic, and pre-employment alcohol/controlled substance testing. For additional information about safety sensitive drug testing, see CWS Substance Abuse Policy ad Procedures | | Language Skills: Intermediate Ability to comprehend general instructions. Ability to read and understand safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in small group situations with coworkers and the general public. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the general public. | Environmental Sensitive Position: Yes Charleston Water System is an ISO 14001 Certified company that promotes activities which support environmental protection, prevention of pollution, positive impacts on human health, and continual improvement to work processes and the environment. The carrying out of the job requirements as herein described present the potential to significantly impact the environment. Therefore, specific knowledge and application of CWS Environmental Management System (EMS) policies, procedures, and instructions is needed to carry out job responsibilities and requirements. | NOTE: THE COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE CWS DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS MAY BE CHANGED BY THE COMMISSION TO COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL OR STATE LAW. |
