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Engineering Assistant III
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What they do
A Construction or Building Inspector inspects new construction or renovated buildings to check for compliance with government safety codes and zoning requirements. Checks building structures and foundations, or provides inspections of electrical systems, plumbing or heating and cooling systems, or building elevators.
$69,945 / year median in Maryland
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Engineering Assistant III
Posting Details
Position Information
Functional Title Engineering Assistant III
Recruitment Category Type Standard
Functional Category Utility Services
Grade GS.10
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Requisition Number 27-0014
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Level Non-Management
Job Code 76700
Job Description Summary Performs field investigations such as manhole inspection, flow isolation, smoke testing, trunk walk and dyed water testing;Performs and documents closed circuit television (CCTV) inspections of sewer laterals;Assists with cleaning and CCTV inspections of sewer mains;Assists with the inspection and cleanup ofsanitary sewer overflows (SSOs);Performs QA/QC of consultant/contractors' inspection submittals;Assists with the reviews of CCTV inspection videos and makes recommendations for rehabilitation, reconstruction and maintenance.
Organization Name Water/Wastewater Systems Assessment
Reports to Section Manager, Condition Assessment (Sewer)
Full or Part Time Full Time
If Part Time how many hours per week Regular or Temporary Regular
Position End Date (if temporary) Work Schedule Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Position Location Laurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary The Engineering Assistant III is responsible for performing a wide range of sewer inspections, installing and calibrating sewer flow meters, locating manholes, assisting with analyzing inspection data and other related duties as required.
Essential Functions Performs field investigations such as manhole inspection, flow isolation, smoke testing, trunk walk and dyed water testing;
Performs and documents closed circuit television (CCTV) inspections of sewer laterals;
Assists with cleaning and CCTV inspections of sewer mains;
Assists with the inspection and cleanup of
sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs);
Performs QA/QC of consultant/contractors' inspection submittals;
Assists with the reviews of CCTV inspection videos and makes recommendations for rehabilitation, reconstruction and maintenance;
Performs or assists with the installation, calibration, data collection and maintenance of temporary sewer flow monitors and rain gauges;
Ensures that the assigned inspection vehicle is adequately equipped with the proper tools to perform inspections and remains clean and in good condition;
Performs inspection of contractors' field work, ensuring adherence to the WSSC's Operations and Maintenance (O & M) Plan and safety regulations;
Assists with traffic control for a variety of sewer inspection projects;
Uses MMIS, GIS, GBA and other software to support the inspection review and sewer rehabilitation programs.
Prepares spreadsheets and sewer plans for CCTV contracts;
Performs inspections in support of sewer surcharge studies.
Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work Environment And Physical Demands Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 90lbs of equipment and work in adverse weather conditions.
Physically able to enter sewer manholes to complete inspections.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of sewer cleaning, CCTV inspections and pipeline material;
Knowledge of the