Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 Flex

Job Description

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Northern Region Construction Western District is looking for an Engineering Assistant 1/2/3

to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!

Base Salary Information:

Engineering Assistant 1:

$46.25 / Hourly (

OT Eligible

)

Engineering Assistant 2:

$53.31 / Hourly (

OT Eligible

)

Engineering Assistant 3:

$60.95 / Hourly (

OT Eligible

)

What you will be doing:

As an Engineering Assistant, you will support the delivery of transportation infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, airports, utilities, and other civil engineering improvements. This flexibly staffed position offers opportunities to develop technical expertise and assume increasing responsibility as you progress through the Engineering Assistant series.

Key responsibilities include:

Performing construction inspection and monitoring contractor work for compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.

Assisting with project documentation, quantity calculations, progress estimates, and contract administration activities.

Collecting material samples and supporting materials testing and quality assurance efforts.

Coordinating with contractors, inspectors, engineers, and project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

Assisting with design, environmental permitting, and right-of-way activities during the non-construction season.

Preparing change orders, maintaining project records, and supporting payment processing and audit requirements.

Providing on-site project support and agency representation during construction activities.

Serving in increasing leadership roles, including training staff and potentially acting as a Project Engineer on assigned projects.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving.  We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

The benefits of joining our team:

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information:

https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/

.

The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is located in

Nome, AK.

Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

Civil Engineering:

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.

Problem Solving:

Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Oral Communication:

Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Accountability:

Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.

Teamwork:

Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/

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Special Note:

Valid State of Alaska Driver`s License is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Engineering Assistant 1:

Bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from a postsecondary institution accredited by ABET.

Or:

A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from a postsecondary institution not accredited by ABET.

AND

An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) certificate issued by a state or the National Council of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors; or verification of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination.

Special Note:

An applicant who will obtain within nine months a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by ABET, with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying, will qualify to apply. An applicant qualifying under this option may receive a job offer conditional upon completion of the degree requirement within nine months, and may begin work AFTER obtaining and showing proof of the required degree.

Engineering-In-Training or Flex Engineering Assistant 1/Engineering Assistant 2 positions will be identified by the employing department.

Engineering Assistant 2:

Bachelor's degree, or the equivalent with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET.

AND

One year of entry level engineering, architectural or land surveying experience as an Engineering Assistant 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Or:

A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution not accredited by ABET.

AND

An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or