Engineering Technician II - Public Works Operations

Gewalt Hamilton Associates; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Parental Leave

Educational Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Job summary

Gewalt Hamilton Associates in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking an Engineering Technician II to support Public Works Operations. You will work on sewer and water projects, perform calculations, prepare reports, and assist with EPA documentation.

The position requires travel up to 30%, occasional evenings and weekends, and a safety‑minded, detail oriented approach. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of public works or field related experience.
• Must be capable of driving/operating a motor vehicle for company business and hold a valid Illinois Driver’s License.
• Class C Water Operator License required.
• Read, interpret, and assist in the development of technical documents and calculations.
• Able to travel up to 30% and work outdoors in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, organize, and assist in the creation of technical documents and calculations.
• Respond to emergency water breaks, sewer back-ups, lift station problems, hydrant leaks, and other system malfunctions.
• Review field and record information for EPA documentation and monthly reports.
• Responsible Operator in Charge for water distribution systems in the region.
• Maintain and improve Water Operator Licensure.
• Travel up to 30% as needed.
• Work evenings and weekends.
• Read water meters and flush fire hydrants.
• Collect manhole data using visual and measuring devices.

Skills

Public works experience

Water distribution knowledge

Technical document interpretation

Reading field data

Collaboration

Schedule management

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Class C Water Operator License

Tools

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main Headquarters - Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Salary Range: $28.00 - $32.00 Hourly

An exciting opportunity is available to join Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA), an employee-owned, multi-faceted civil engineering and land surveying company that has built a reputation of civil engineering with a personal approach. We are seeking an Engineering Technician II to join our growing Public Works Operations team in Vernon Hills, IL.

What you can expect:

This position requires participation in a variety of technical work for sewer and water treatment, collection, and distribution facilities, involving both field and office support of Public Works Operations assignments. It requires operating various types of equipment; performing related mathematical computations; completing reports; executing Standard Operating Procedures; and providing support to other Public Works Operations staff.

How you will make an impact

As an Engineering Technician II, you will utilize the company values in all phases of your work. You shall perform the full range of duties as assigned under general supervision in a timely fashion, and show competency in the following areas:

• Read, interpret, organize, and assist in the creation of technical documents and calculations associated with the position.


• Respond to emergency water breaks, sewer back-ups, lift station problems, hydrant leaks, and other system malfunctions.


• Review field and record information to be used in producing required EPA documentation and monthly reports.


• Responsible Operator in Charge for water distribution systems in the region.


• Maintain and improve current Water Operator Licensure.


• Ability to travel out of town during the week to meet client and project needs.


• Ability to work evenings and weekends.


• Perform non-permitted and permitted confined space entries.


• Read water meters and flush fire hydrants.


• Collect manhole data using visual and measuring devices for accurate data collection.

Why GHA?

Join our dynamic team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. We offer generous Paid Time Off (PTO), seven paid holidays, and additional floating holidays. New parents can take advantage of our Parental Leave, while our Educational Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement programs empower you to continue your education and advance your career. Our health and well-being are our priority, which is why we provide robust health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with FSA and HSA spending accounts. Secure your future with our 401k Profit Sharing, Bonus Programs, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). For added peace of mind, we offer Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage, and Legal insurance. With our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more, we are committed to supporting you every step of the way. Join us and be a part of a team that values and invests in you!

Qualifications

What you will bring to Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc.

• Must have a high school diploma or a High School Equivalency (HSE) Certificate.

Experience and Licensure

• Two (2) years of public works or field related experience.


• Must be capable of driving/operating a motor vehicle for company business, maintain a valid Illinois Driver’s License, and have a registered, insured personal vehicle.


• Class C Water Operator License required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Read, interpret, and assist in the development of technical documents and calculations associated with the position.


• Assist and apply discipline design criteria when obtaining field data and record information to be used in production of engineering drawings and reports.


• Self-starting, detail-oriented individual that demonstrates curiosity about individual project processes or project subject matter and willingness to participate in various training activities.


• Work in collaborative environment while completing supportive engineering tasks with limited oversight.


• Ability to manage personal schedule to adhere to multiple assignment deadlines while communicating progress status.


• Proficiency with software products:
  
  
  
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  
  
  • PDF editing software (Adobe, Bluebeam, etc.)
  
  
  
  


• Assist in the development of portions of project proposals.


• Work is performed in both an office environment and outdoors and requires moderate physical demands, including sitting, standing, or walking on uneven surfaces and/or exposure to inclement or extreme weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.

ADA Specifications

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be honored to enable individuals with different abilities to perform the essential functions.

• May require occasional bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.


• May require periodic travel up to 30%.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

GHA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.