Technical Analyst Trainee

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Insurance

Flexible benefits

Annual leave

Sick leave

Flexible work schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Initiatives

457 plan

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Technical Analyst Trainee for the Division of Water and Waste Management, State Revolving Fund, Engineering Section. The role involves reviewing reports, plans, and specifications, and performing inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.

Under supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer, you will attend design and construction meetings, study current construction practices, and contribute to project evaluation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• ABET-accredited degree in Civil, Electrical, Electrical Design, Mechanical, Chemical or Mining Engineering Technology.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Review preliminary engineering reports and facility planning studies for feasibility and consolidation possibilities.
• Review project plans and specifications for constructability and compliance with DEP regulations.
• Perform inspections on wastewater and water projects under construction and approve change orders.
• Attend planning/design/construction meetings and public hearings as needed.
• Review agreements between consulting engineers and clients.
• Attend training courses to maintain knowledge of current construction practices and costs.

Skills

Communication skills

Motor vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ABET-accredited degree in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Mining/Electrical Design Engineering Technology

Job description

DEP2700046 Technical Analyst Trainee

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Water and Waste Management; State Revolving Fund; Engineering Section

Office Location: 601 57th Street, Southeast, Charleston, WV 25304

This position is classified exempt; therefore, does not fall under the classified service.

We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.

Nature of Work

Employee will be assigned to the Division of Water and Waste Management, State Revolving Fund, Engineering Section. Under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer, will perform the following engineering services at the training level:

• Review preliminary engineering reports and facility planning studies for feasibility concerning population median household income, the necessity of the project, the constructability of the wastewater and water treatment and collection and distribution system alternatives proposed relative to the terrain and population of the study area, and for the possibility of consolidation with other facilities.
• Review project plans and specifications for wastewater and water treatment and collection and distribution systems to determine the constructability of the proposed design, whether it complies with DEP regulations, if it fits the needs of the town or public service district and check for design calculation errors.
• Perform interim and final inspections on wastewater and water projects under construction to check for compliance with regulations and approved plans and specifications and approve change orders to work in progress. Conduct and attend project related meetings such as: planning, pre-design, design, pre-construction, construction job meetings, town and public service district meetings and public hearings.
• Review agreements and contracts between the consulting engineer and their client.
• Attend training courses and review research to learn and maintain knowledge of current construction practices, treatment technologies, design criteria, and associated costs and complete special assignments.
• Employee will perform other related duties as assigned.

Applicant must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state and local officials, the general public, supervisors, co-workers and staff; must have the ability to write reports in a clear, concise form, and present factual material and ideas effectively; and have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Notes

• Must have the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.
• The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter or as needed.
• Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering.

OR

Substitution: Bachelor's degree from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university with a major in Civil, Electrical, Electrical Design, Mechanical, Chemical or Mining Engineering Technology.

Special Requirement: A valid driver's license is required.

Other Information

State employment offers a variety of benefits.

Affirmation

I certify under penalty of law and disqualification that all statements are true and complete. I authorize the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf to conduct an inquiry into any job-related information contained in this application. I release the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf from any and all liability by reason of the request for such information. I further authorize and request each former employer, educational institution, or organization (including law enforcement agencies) to provide all information that may be sought in connection with this application. WE DO NOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION: Unofficial transcripts High school diplomas or transcripts Birth certificates Social Security Cards Driver's Licenses Passports These documents will be removed from your profile if submitted.

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