POSITION TITLE: UTILITY SYSTEM ENGINEER
DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS
REPORTS TO: SYSTEM ENGINEERING MANAGER
STARTING PAY RATE: $64,459.20 PER YEAR
FLSA STATUS: SALARY EXEMPT-PROFESSIONAL
FUTURE PROGRESSION BASE PAY RATES: System Engineer I: $30.99 PER HOUR $64,459.20 YEARLY
System Engineer II: $35.48 PER HOUR $73,798.40 YEARLY
System Engineer III: $40.62 PER HOUR $84,489.60 YEARLY
Senior System Engineer: $43.46 PER HOUR $90,396.80 YEARLY
JOB SUMMARY: Applies entry level engineering principles under direct supervision to assists in planning, development, coordination and implementation of engineering activities for the District's natural gas distribution system, infrastructure and system maps. The system engineer uses their knowledge of best practices and standards to operate, design, and maintain Okaloosa Gas District's pipelines and facilities through the entire service territory.
Incumbents in this position will be held to the District's Gold Standard for Customer Service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Applies entry-level engineering principles and standards under direct supervision to assist in designing gas mains and service lines for subdivisions, residential homes, commercial businesses, system improvements, and FDOT/county/state projects. Conducts feasibility studies that provide an initial design, scope of work, and estimates the cost of various projects. Reviews plans of new subdivisions, commercial buildings, and residential homes to resolve possible conflicts with the gas lines in these projects. Reviews plans of upcoming state, county, city projects to resolve possible conflicts with the gas lines in these projects. Sizes meters and excess flow valves for service lines. Assists in the development and implementation of design and construction standards; ensures compliance with District standards, as well as with local, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Uses Gasworks software to perform basic models to size main and service lines. Collects all the data and records needed to ensure projects are traceable, verifiable, and complete. Must be able to safely and responsibly operate an automotive vehicle assigned. Must maintain assigned vehicle through appropriate operator maintenance and by keeping said vehicle clean and neat at all times. Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. The preceding is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The principal duties and responsibilities enumerated are all essential job functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor degree in engineering with zero to two years of directly related experience.
Civil, mechanical, or petroleum engineering degree is preferred.
ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES: Communicates effectively through various means. Works effectively as a highly engaged team member. Research's, analysis, and evaluates data or processes. High level of organization. Multitasks under different levels of stress and pace. Dedicated to a high level of ethics and cultivating a safety culture. TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Intermediate skills in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Basic skills and knowledge in AutoCAD Civil3D. Basic knowledge of engineering standards and practices. OTHER FACTORS: Regular attendance is an essential for this position. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license. May be required to work other than normal work schedules, on little to no notice as necessary. Must be in appropriate attire for an office environment. Physical Effort: Requires walking, driving, bending, stooping, crawling, climbing and light to moderate lifting, keyboarding and moderate to long stretches of sitting at a computer. Working Conditions and Hazards: The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts, which require normal safety precautions. DRUG TESTING FOR ILLEGAL DRUGS: Employees in this classification will be subject to undergo testing for illegal drugs in accordance with DOT Pipeline Safety Regulations, Code of Federal Regulation, Title 40 (49 CFR), Part 199. BENEFITS: Okaloosa Gas Districts offers a competitive benefits package, including:
BCBS Medical 100% employer paid for employee, 92% employer paid for family,
BCBS Dental 100% employer paid for employee or family,
BCBS Vision,
Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA),
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA),
Life insurance 100% employer paid,
Short Term Disability 100% employer paid,
Long Term Disability 100% employer paid,
Accidental Death and Dismemberment 100% employer paid,
AFLAC supplemental insurance,
Air Ambulance insurance,
Pet insurance,
Vacation Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based for the first 5 years, increases thereafter,
Sick Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based
11 Paid Holidays, includes 2 days for Thanksgiving and 2 days for Christmas
401(a) 8% Employer Defined Contribution Retirement, (employer paid, does not require employee contributions)
457(b) Employee Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Gym reimbursement/incentive up to $50 per month
Health Fair 100% employer paid
Wellness Program w/ incentives
Safety shoe reimbursement up to $150 per year
Uniforms 100% employer paid
Employer Assistance (Counseling) Program
Employee Events - Spring Crawfish Boil, Summer Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Annual Banquet/Holiday Party
and up to $3,500 annual education reimbursement.
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