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Engineering Associate

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Location

Toledo, OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2019-00234

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

07/14/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of a professional engineer, performs engineering planning, design, construction, maintenance and operational duties for transportation and utility infrastructure in the right of way, water and wastewater treatment plant facilities and systems, as well as environmental and landfill engineering functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares and reviews engineering plans and designs for bridges, roadways, utilities, water treatment plant facilities and systems, and wastewater treatment plant facilities systems, as well as environmental and landfill engineering functions

• Provides engineering analysis and oversight on engineering operations and maintenance

• Prepares and reviews reports and studies to identify and recommend engineering solutions

• Prepares proposals and specifications for new construction and facilities repair projects

• Performs engineering and related studies, analysis, creates technical evaluations, reports, and engineering recommendations

• Provides oversight and directions to contractors during construction or maintenance projects and interprets contract specifications;

• Attends internal, external, project, and public meetings

• Prepares grant applications and cost estimates

• Communicates with the public as needed regarding engineering projects and operations

• May supervise subordinate staff engaged in performing paraprofessional engineering work (Examples: drafters, inspectors, construction quality and compliance monitors, and technicians)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Design, surveying, and engineering principles and practices.

• The rules, laws, and regulations, pertaining to assigned sections.

• Microsoft Office products.

• Municipal Operations

Skill in:

• Interpretation, preparation and review of plans, specifications and cost estimates.

• Performing inspections.

• Determining cost and effectiveness.

• Enforcing and monitoring contracts.

• Analyzing engineering problems and recommending solutions.

• Oral and written communication.

Ability to:

• Manage and prioritize multiple projects and assignments simultaneously

• Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and clients.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Level 1 (Hourly Rate- $36.967)

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology or be enrolled in the last semester of an accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology Program. Verification of graduation from the Engineering or Engineering Technology Program must be provided prior to appointment.

• Position assignment at the Department of Transportationrequires the applicant to have obtained a Bachelor - of Science in Civil Engineering or be enrolled in the last semester of an accredited Civil Engineering Program. Verification of graduation from the Civil Engineering Program must be provided prior to appointment.

• Position assignment at the Division of Environmental Servicesrequires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in environmental, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related area or be enrolled in the last semester of an accredited Civil, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering Program. Verification of graduation from the Engineering Program must be provided prior to appointment.

Level 2 (Hourly Rate-$38.821)

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.

• Position assignment at the Department of Transportation requires the applicant to have obtained a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

• Position assignment at the Division of Environmental Services requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in environmental), Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related area.

• Three (3) years of experience performing engineering work

Level 3 (Hourly Rate- $40.685)

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.

• Position assignment at the Department of Transportation requires the applicant to have obtained a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

• Position assignment at the Division of Environmental Services requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in environmental), Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related area.

• Seven (7) years of experience performing engineering work

ADDITIONAL OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid driver’s license

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Possession of an engineer in training certificate is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In this position, the employee will frequently stand. This employee will frequently walk, sit, stand, lift, push, pull, drag and/or carry up to 15 pounds. The employee will constantly walk-in all-weather conditions. Occasional stooping and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently indoors and occasionally outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. This employee will rarely work in varied/extreme temperatures.

If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.

Class Code: Engineering Associate (3791)

The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.

Health Insurance

The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.

Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.

Group Life Insurance

City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan

The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.

OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.

For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/

Deferred Compensation & 401(K)

The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.

Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.

For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp

401(k)

The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).

Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.

Roth 401(k)

The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.

Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.

01

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• Some College

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• None of the above

• Other

• 10th Grade

• 11th Grade

03

If you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher, please list the major and any concentrations of your Degree?

04

Do you possess an engineer-in-training certificate?

• Yes

• No

05

Are you interested in, and capable of, performing roadway design and construction?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Employer

City of Toledo

Address

One Government Center Ste 1920

Toledo, Ohio, 43604

Phone

419-245-1500

Website

http://toledo.oh.gov/services/human-resources/

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