Engineering Aide (PDF)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Town of Lexington

We are currently accepting applications for the following part-time (25hrs / wk) position :

Engineering Aide

Department of Public Works

Anticipated Hourly Range : $29.72 - $33.87

with excellent benefits

The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form must be received in the Town's Human Resource

Department. This position is open until filled

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Under the general supervision of the Town Engineer, performs routine engineering related work for

environmental, water, sewer, street, and other public works projects and programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Reviews and processes various applications and requests for permits, licenses, certificates, and hearings that

are received by the Engineering Division. Processes Grant of Location petitions. Follows up on approved

permits, licenses, and certificates to ensure compliance with terms.

materials, and assistance to residents, Town boards and committees, contractors, developers, property owners,

vendors, and the general public.

and regulations. May inspect construction sites to determine conformance of site to design specifications.

Prepares, maintains, and files inspection logs and other required records and reports, and may calculate

estimates for payment to contractors and street acceptance.

and distribution of various contract documents, prepares various reports, and drafts and calculates field notes.

May calculate dimensions, profile specifications, and quantities of materials.

of sewer stubs, water mains, hydrants, etc. and zoning district designations or special property assessments.

water, storm drainage, and street system maps, data bases, and comprehensive plans.

May assist the survey crew with schedules, calculations, and verifications of field work.

and presentation materials.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY :

None.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

High School diploma or equivalent with one to three years of increasingly responsible technical engineering or

surveying experience.

ADVANCED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

Associate's Degree or technical training in engineering, drafting, or a related area.

QUALIFICATIONS : Knowledge of :

Ability to :

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Works offsite during occasional field inspections. Works outside in all weather conditions and is exposed to

moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. May operate motor vehicle

and various engineering related tools.

The majority of work is performed in a normal office environment not subject to extremes of noise, temperature,

odor, etc. Operates computer, printer, photocopier, drafting tools, engineering calculator, and other office

equipment. Work may require extended periods of sitting, reaching, typing, and mousing, which requires eye-

hand coordination and finger dexterity.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people

assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties

required. 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.

The Town of Lexington has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and we are actively

seeking candidates who bring new voices and lived experiences to our organization.

the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either

unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case

by case basis.

APPLICATION PROCESS

All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Internet at

www.lexingtonma.gov, emailing jobs@lexingtonma.gov, calling (781) 698-4590 or by visiting the Human

Resources Department. Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information, but

cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required application form.

Pre-employment physical including drug screening is a condition of employment.

The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and / or accept applications after the deadline, to

best serve the interest of the community.

After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to

one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has

been made regarding their individual application.

Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Human

Resources Department.

Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the :

Human Resources Department

Town of Lexington

1625 Massachusetts Avenue

Lexington, MA 02420

(781) 698-4590