Job Description
Jobs › Amherst, MA › Permit Coordinator Town of Amherst Permit Coordinator Amherst, MA Apply AMHERST Permit Coordinator (Engineering Technician lll) Performs as the Permit Coordinator for all Department of Public Works DPW permits. In addition to a variety of routine technical engineering support work for municipal environmental reports, infrastructure construction, reconstruction and repair, permitting and inspection of new water, sewer and drainage installations. May serve as a Project Manager. Makes regular contact with the general public and provides all types of data as requested. Designated essential personnel.
MAJOR DUTIES
Manages the DPW online permitting system in the Town\'s online permit program; Verifies all information is accurately submitted prior to issuance of permits; Verifies that the correct fees are accessed and collected. Coordinates work of other DPW divisions to prepare for the completion of permitted work, including ensuring Town utilities are marked, connections are scheduled, and documentation is complete. Reviews and coordinates private contractor approvals to work on Town infrastructure. Works with Town\'s Application Manager to correct issues with the permitting program. Prepares reports detailing tests conducted and results; Drafts and calculates field notes to document quantities, alignment, grade and locations according to project plans or to document monthly and final progress estimate; Surveys project sites to obtain and analyze topographical details of sites. Participates in updating GIS maps and plans involving the municipal infrastructure; Determines applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects; Participates in preparation, development, and review of updates to the sewer, water, storm drainage and street system maps and database; Maintains engineering library and infrastructure records. Researches records, maps and other data to obtain engineering data such as location of sewer stubs, water mains, hydrants, etc. Utilizes town equipment to locate underground utilities for construction work. Drafts detailed dimensional drawings needed for street, water, sewer, drainage, and other utility plans, systems and projects. Calculates dimensions, profiles, writes specifications, and estimates quantities of materials such as pipe, concrete and asphalt for budgeting purposes. Participates in the preparation of estimates and bid specifications for various public works projects, insuring conformity with state, federal and local standards, laws and mandates. Inspects construction sites to determine conformance of site to design specifications. Assists engineers to ensure construction and repair of street, water or wastewater systems meet control requirements; Participates in inspection of various subdivision projects for compliance with subdivision control regulations and construction standards, Department of Public Works specifications, water and sewer regulations, etc. Assists in researching projects including water and sewer records, highway and drainage records, private deeds, etc. Provides layouts and grades in support of in-house projects performed by the Highway, Water, and Sewer divisions. Develops and maintains a pavement management system for implementation into priority roadway reconstruction and preservation projects. Performs survey work with basic surveying equipment and performs GPS locating of new and existing utilities and updates record plans accordingly. Ensures that safety precautions and rules are adhered to at all times. Acts as Designated Essential Personnel. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associates degree in Civil Engineering or similar fields PLUS five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in civil engineering or surveying; OR a combination of education, training, and/or experience which would demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the responsibilities of the position. For full job description please see website. Active Filters Permit Coordinator Amherst, MA Clear All Apply
