Canton Facilities Engineer

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications for a wide variety of public systems, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of construction materials and of approved standards of safety as related to designs and specifications.
• Ability to instruct subordinate personnel in proper work methods and standards to the design and construction of a variety of public works projects.
• Skill in the use of engineering and surveying instruments and equipment.
• Ability to prepare technical administrative reports. Ability to effectively utilize a variety of computer software including but not limited to Power Point, spreadsheets, graphing, drawing, modeling, AutoCADD, SCADA, and G.I.S. Ability to analyze problems, troubleshoot, and develop workable solutions.
• Ability to present ideas effectively, orally, and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, city employees, other agencies, and the general public.

MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in sanitary engineering, civil engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field and extensive professional engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Prior experience with wastewater collection and/or treatment facilities work is a plus. Possession of a wastewater operator certificate is a plus.
• Current registration as a Professional Engineer with the State of Ohio Board of registration for professional Engineers and Surveyors, and a minimum of one year at the advanced professional level in engineering work is required.
• The Facilities Engineer must maintain his/her Professional Engineer certification in good standing.

Applicants must apply at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cantonohio. Applicants MUST submit a copy of a valid driver's license or other photo ID along with their application and any other pertinent documentation.