JOB 26-11 - SENIOR ENGINEERING TECH (UTILITIES DEPT.)

Fairmont; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 92,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fairmont is seeking a Senior Engineering Tech in the Utilities Department. This exempt, on-site role leads engineering projects, guides design and construction of capital improvements, and provides engineering advice across city departments.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering, has 5+ years of department leadership, a valid driver’s license, and familiarity with WV NPDES permits and PSC rules. Exempt, full-time, on-site in Fairmont.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge and experience with Water, Sewer, Stormwater Utilities; MS4 and Combined sewer overflow regulations preferred but not required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. Five or more years of experience managing an engineering department; experience with WV DEP NPDES permits and PSC rules.

Responsibilities

• Directs the activities of the Engineering Department within the Utility Departments.
• Oversees planning, design and construction of sanitary sewer, water, storm water, and related projects.
• Reviews engineering design work and coordinates with consulting engineers on city projects.
• Ensures compliance with WV DSC, WV DEP, WV BPH rules and regulations.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Job description

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The City of Fairmont is a Equal Opportunity Employer.

JOB 26-11 - SENIOR ENGINEERING TECH (UTILITIES DEPT.)

Applications are currently being accepted for the position listed below. First application reviews begin 5/1/26.

2. DEPARTMENT: Utilities/Engineering

3. PAY GRADE: 755 (Exempt)

4. SALARY: $92,447.00 (through 7/5/26)

$95,220.00 (effective 7/6/26)

5. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK OF THE POSITION:

This is a highly responsible administrative and engineering position involving the direction of the Engineering Department of the Utility Departments in the planning, design and construction of capital improvement projects and day-to-day operations.

The Senior Engineering Tech furnishes engineering advice to all City departments. The Senior Engineer reviews all engineering design work and acts as a liaison with consulting engineers on projects undertaken by the City of Fairmont. The Senior Engineering Tech assists with compliance with WV DSC, WV DEP, WV BPH rules and regulations.

Work performed will be in accordance with the dictates of the engineering profession, City ordinances and procedural policies. The Senior Engineering Tech works with a considerable amount of independence and initiative in accomplishing program objectives.

The Senior Engineering Tech plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Engineering Department of the Utility Departments, oversees the planning, design and construction of Sanitary Sewer Board, Water Department, Storm Water and General Fund projects. Manages the geographical information system of the Utility Departments. Reviews proposed subdivisions for compliance to City of Fairmont standards in the areas of road construction, storm water drainage control, sanitary sewage, and water distribution. Other duties as assigned.

7. DESCRIPTION OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED BY AN INCUMBENT OF THE POSITION:

Reports to and receives direction from the Utility Manager, Professional Engineer or designee.

8. DESCRIPTION OF SUPERVISION EXERCISED BY AN INCUMBENT OF THE POSITION:

Supervises and directs the employees in the Engineering Department of the Utility Departments.

9. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

This position requires an extensive knowledge of civil engineering practices and methods. The Senior Engineering Tech must be able to communicate effectively.

10. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE NECESSARY FOR WORK PREPARATION:

Requirements are a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university. Knowledge and experience in Water, Sewer, Stormwater Utilities, Municipal separate storm sewer systems, (MS4) and Combined sewer overflow regulations are preferred but not required. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Five or more years of experience managing an engineering department, experience with development, WV DEP NPDES permits, PSC rules and regulations pertinent to water and sewer

11. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that 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 of the position.

Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors. The noise levels are typical of those environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: speak clearly, be able to speak publicly, hear, reach with hands and arms, have good finger and hand dexterity, walk, sit, stand, bend, climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, crouch, crawl, kneel and stoop. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Incumbents of this position will be exposed to noise, dust and inclement weather conditions.

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