Associate Civil Engineer

• Design and prepare plans and specifications for capital improvement projects, such as streets, storm drains, sewers, water and sewer line extensions, water and wastewater treatment plants, parks and recreation facilities, electrical substations, electric transmis­sion/distribution lines, power generating plants and other civil/electrical related projects.
• Review engineering plans and specifications of contractors to better assure construction projects are in compliance with applicable specifications and standards; administers contract and monitors the performance of contractors or consultants as assigned.
• Review the work of surveyors and consultants under contract.
• Prepare detailed specifications for the purchasing of material or major equipment; reviews comments, and pre-approves major equipment supplier data submitted prior to equipment order and manufacture.
• Prepare and assist in the preparation of specific reports and studies for Council presenta­tion and for other City-sponsored study groups.

• Handle in person and over the telephone inquiries from the public.

• Administer/Supervise construction projects, conducts field inspections of projects to ensure contract enforcement, prepares oral and/or written reports for staff and management as appropriate.

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• Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the construction of public works, and municipal services projects.
• Knowledge of city engineering policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the application of computer programs to solve complex engineering problems.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulatory codes relevant to design and construction of electric utility, development services, and municipal services projects.
• Ability to perform complex civil engineering work involving responsibility for major development services, and municipal services projects from design through completion.
• Ability to make complex engineering calculations utilizing both calculator and personal computer programs.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of engineering plans and studies.

Education, Experience & Special Requirements:
Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• Typical education would include a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college, university, or equivalent.
• Typical experience would include five years of progressively responsible, relevant experience using civil engineering principles.
• Registration as a professional engineer by the State of California or in another state that has reciprocity, and must obtain California registration within one year of employment.

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Examination Process:The examination process may include an oral board examination, a written examination, practical examination or any combination thereof.

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies.

Selection Process:Final appointment is contingent upon:

• Positive past employment references
• Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 and older)
• Passing of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test

Veteran's Credit:Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating “Honorable Discharge” from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score.

The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER