Unclassified - Hilo, HI
posted 4 months ago
The Civil Engineer III position involves performing moderately difficult professional engineering work related to the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of civil engineering projects. The role requires the preparation of designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and reports, along with other related duties as necessary. This position is classified as a shortage category, meaning that the selected candidate may receive a shortage differential in addition to the starting salary. There are currently three immediate vacancies: one temporary full-time position in the Department of Environmental Management - Wastewater Division in Kailua-Kona, and two permanent full-time positions in the Department of Public Works - Engineering Division in Hilo. The starting salary will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate, and certain positions may be part of a career ladder, allowing for advancement to Civil Engineer IV upon meeting specific qualifications and performance requirements. The job entails conducting office and field studies for proposed projects, supervising preliminary and final surveys, establishing benchmarks, and taking cross-sections, profiles, and contours. The engineer will design and assist in the design of various structures, including reservoirs, bridges, culverts, and highways, while also computing grades, alignments, and stresses. Responsibilities include supervising the preparation of construction plans, assisting in the preparation of specifications and contract documents, preparing cost estimates, checking shop drawings, and supervising construction and inspection activities. The engineer will also interpret plans, keep records of work completed, and conduct hydrologic and land development studies, ensuring compliance with building codes and reviewing test reports and soil analysis reports. The position requires operating a vehicle for work-related duties and performing other related tasks as needed.