Wastewater Construction Management III - Mechanical Inspection
- Summary
- WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Applicants from this recruitment may be considered for other vacancies at multiple locations, as they occur.
Clean Water & Beyond
Be part of the "Utility of the Future"
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field at wastewater treatment facilities of various types throughout King County. These sites are not served by public transit. Work pressure and frequent disturbances to work flow are to be expected. Exposure to raw sewage, blood borne pathogens, potentially hazardous chemicals, street traffic, and electrical installations is part of the normal working conditions.
WORK SCHEDULE: This career service position is Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) non-exempt and is overtime eligible. The regular work week is 40 hours Monday through Friday.
JOB SUMMARY: This position is at the fully proficient level for the wastewater construction management - mechanical work performing construction and facilities inspections and/or asset management tasks for assigned wastewater treatment and conveyance capital and operating projects.
To learn more about the Wastewater Treatment Division click on the below links:
http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx
http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx - Job Duties
The successful candidate will:
- Perform inspection and testing of mechanical construction work for assigned contracts, ensure compliance with contract documents and code requirements. Construction work could occur on any portion of the Wastewater Treatment Division infrastructure including treatment plants, pump stations, and conveyance system.
- Assist in the review of contractor submittals for mechanical construction work for conformance with contract specifications and drawings.
- Prepare inspection and testing reports, field notes, and other required reports; support change order preparations, contract dispute resolution and closeouts as required.
- Support the administration of small mechanical specialty wastewater treatment construction contracts or the mechanical and civil elements of larger contracts.
- Coordinate work with other inspection staff. Provide lead direction to lower-level staff.
- Implement a defined program of inspection, sampling and testing and startup, and commissioning of facilities and equipment to ensure efficient and effective operations and to identify problems and recommend corrective action.
- Review and interpret engineering design drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with acceptable construction methods and wastewater treatment requirements
Functional/Technical Skills - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment
Problem Solving - Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, probes all fruitful sources for answers, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysis, looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers
Decision Quality – Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment, most of the solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time, sought out by others for advice and solutions
The ideal candidate should have:- Two years of technical school training in mechanical or a related technical field and four (4) years of progressively responsible construction inspection or sub-professional engineering experience is required (additional academic or vocational courses in mechanical engineering: mechanical and construction code requirements, or building construction); OR six years of progressively responsible mechanical construction inspection or responsible construction engineering experience is required in the fields of wastewater conveyance and treatment, or other heavy industrial mechanical facilities: OR three years of experience as a journeyman level trades person working in wastewater construction or other closely related heavy industrial environment.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and follow technical specifications and procedures.
- Knowledge of the construction of mechanical facilities, especially as applied to wastewater treatment or heavy industrial facilities.
- Experience with managing construction activities in operational environments and knowledge of hazards and safety procedures involved.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications as applied to wastewater treatment facility and large conveyance systems.
- Thorough knowledge of construction methods, with emphasis on mechanical and conveyance system installations.
- Ability to inspect materials and workmanship and recognize deficiencies and omissions requiring correction.
- Knowledge of relevant construction laws, ordinances, codes, regulations, specifications and standards.
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, including ability to use a computer for word-processing and data analysis.
- Prior to a final offer of employment, the successful candidate will provide a 5-year complete driving abstract.
- Knowledge and experience of construction and operations of mechanical systems in wastewater treatment facilities.
Wastewater Construction Management III
LICENSE / CERTIFICATION:
A Valid Washington State Driver's License
APPLICATIONS PROCESS:- King County application, http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs
- Resume
- Cover letter detailing qualifications for position
SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants meeting qualifications will be screened based upon the clarity, completeness, content, grammar and punctuation of their application materials. Selection process may also include written and/or computer exams, panel interview, references and final interviews.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Some physical skill and effort is required during site visits.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by the Technical Employee's Association (TEA).
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Diana Eberly
Senior Human Resource Analyst
206-477-6899
Diana.eberly@kingcounty.gov
King county and the Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) vales diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, and veterans.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.