Engineering Associate

Engineering Associate

Information

• Pay Range (Grade): $20.31 - $35.56 (H200)
• Hiring Pay Range: $20.31 - $21.33
• Other Compensation Offered: Compensatory Time, Overtime
• Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Organization: Public Works - Engineering
• Location: County Office Building
• Reports to: Civil Engineering Manager
• Classification: Non-Exempt (41747)

Who We Are


At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.


What You Will Do


The Engineering Associate plays an important role in providing support to all areas of the Engineering Division. Your day-to-day will include the opportunity to participate in both office and field work. Working under the direction of Engineering Division leadership, you will participate in field assessments and investigations, complete daily inspection reports, and assist with various engineering surveys.


Essential Duties

• Assist with the inspection of roads, bridges, and storm drain systems. Document progress, complete daily reports, and compile composite reports.
• Monitor temporary traffic control for compliance.
• Participate in field investigations and assessments of County's culvert system, roadways, bridges, signage, pavement markings, and traffic barriers.
• Prepare worktables, charts and drawings for paving and pipe replacement contracts.
• Assist with the completion of GIS/GPS, topographic and engineering surveys.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

How You Will Succeed

Your Skills

• Construction Drawings (Introductory)
• Occupational Health and Safety (Introductory)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Introductory)
• Mathematics (Introductory)
• Teamwork (Introductory)

Your Strengths

• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Safety Focus
• Quality Focus

You Might Be a Good Fit If

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• Up to one year of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license

Additional Information

• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• Must meet Carroll County Risk Management driver eligibility requirements

Working Conditions

• Frequent physical activity: standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying, climbing steps, squatting, stooping, kneeling, and related activities, may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

All the Benefits You Need


Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)


Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources View phone number on click.appcast.io) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.


Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io , via telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.


Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.