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Ad Title:Deputy Bureau Chief of Utilities (Engineering Manager I), Public Works, Bureau of Utilities Location: Columbia, MD Post Date: 02/21/25 City: Columbia State: MD Zip: 21045 Website:visit our website... Description: Deputy Bureau Chief of Utilities (Engineering Manager I) - Public Works, Bureau of Utilities
Salary $103,243.00 - $198,823.00 Annually
Location Columbia, MD
Job Type Full Time
Job Number 24-00640B
Department Public Works
Division DPW - Utilities Support
Opening Date 02/18/2025
Closing Date Continuous
POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
Howard County:
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.
Howard County Government:
Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, best practices and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2024, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 63 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the most awards in the state of Maryland, and the fifth highest in the nation, as compared to more than 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards are the premier national honor to recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.
What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:
• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Deputy Bureau Chief of Utilities is located in Department of Public Works, Bureau of Utilities and will manage the technical/engineering aspects of the Bureau of Utilities as well as the support functions to include operational budgeting and accounting for the Utility Fund and purchasing for the Bureau. This position performs the duties of the Bureau Chief of Utilities during their absence.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Performs mid-management level and advanced engineering and/or architectural work under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work involves managing the administrative, technical and budgetary affairs of a division or overseeing the activities of the Bureau of Facilities. Work includes preparing and maintaining an operating budget; projecting manpower needs, materials, and equipment; plans review, and resolving the most difficult engineering and/or architectural design problems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
• Act on behalf and for the Bureau Chief of Utilities in every facet of that job including water and wastewater system operations and maintenance, wastewater treatment, planning, emergency response, budgeting and accounting.
• Responsible for the engineering supervision of the daily water and sewer system operation, to include resolution of problems.
• Coordinates the preparation of the Water and Sewer Master Plan, participates in water and sewer capital project implementation, and prepares and monitors annual operating budget.
• Assists with the Management and Administration of the Bureau of Utilities
• Oversees the preparation and submittal of the yearly water audit.
• Performs system analysis each year to determine if there is a need to increase water and sewer rates.
• Coordinates water and wastewater payments and billing between Howard County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City and Anne Arundel County.
• Coordinates the purchasing, accounting, and budgeting function for the Bureau.
• Manages the Bureau's emergency response and planning programs related to homeland security.
• This position is considered emergency personnel, and, as such, the incumbent may be required to report for regular work shift during inclement weather, or then when an emergency situation arises.
• Manages subordinate personnel that are responsible for the water and sewer daily systems operations and inspections, budgeting, purchasing, accounting and other support activities for the Bureau.
• Oversees the Bureau's Capacity Management, Operations and Maintenance (CMOM) program as well as oversight of the Bureau's Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• May perform special projects as needed with or without advance notice.
• Other duties as assigned
Ad Title:Engineering Specialist II - Department of Public Works, Bureau of Utilities, Technical Support Location: 8250 Old Montgomery Road, Columbia, MD 21045 Post Date: 11/27/24 City: Columbia State: MD Zip: 21045 Website:visit our website... Description: Howard County Government
Engineering Specialist II - Department of Public Works, Bureau of Utilities, Technical Support
SALARY
$39.65 - $76.34 Hourly
$82,464.00 - $158,791.00 Annually
LOCATION
Columbia, MD
JOB TYPE
Full Time
JOB NUMBER
24-00696
DEPARTMENT
Public Works
OPENING DATE
11/22/2024
CLOSING DATE
12/6/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
Howard County:
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.
Howard County Government:
Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, best practices and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2024, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 63 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the most awards in the state of Maryland, and the fifth highest in the nation, as compared to more than 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards are the premier national honor to recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.
What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:
• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Professional engineering work for the Bureau of Utilities Technical Services Division.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Performs professional level engineering and/or architectural work, which may include supervisory responsibility, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes designing engineering and/or architectural features to meet overall end-use objectives, reviewing engineering and construction plans, and assisting with preparation of planning and engineering documents.
Ad Title:Mechanical Maintenance Technician Supervisor I Location: 3001 Druid Park Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215 Post Date: 03/06/25 City: Baltimore City State: MD Zip: 21215 Website:visit our website... Description: Job Description/Responsibilities:
POSTING DATE: 03/05/2025
SALARY RANGE: $63.922.00 - $99,222.00 ANNUALLY
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.
ELIGIBILITY
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
EDUCATION ACCREDITATION
Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
CLASS DESCRIPTION
A Mechanical Maintenance Technician Supervisor I schedules, coordinates and participates in the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical components such as boilers, filters, pumps, compressors and hydraulic and pneumatic valves in a water or wastewater treatment plant or pumping station. Work of this class involves supervising mechanical maintenance personnel.
Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek subject to 24-hour callback for emergencies. Work is performed in a water or wastewater treatment plant or pumping station where there may be occasional exposure to chemicals, dust and fumes, extremes of heat and cold, noxious odors and moving equipment. Work requires moderate physical exertion.
SELECTION PROCESS All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
Ad Title:Principal Civil Engineer City: Rockville State: MD Zip: 20850 Phone (W): (240) 314-8470 Website:visit our website... Description: City of Rockville
Principal Civil Engineer
SALARY $85,531.00 - $141,126.00 Annually
LOCATION MD 20850, MD
JOB TYPE Full-Time
REMOTE EMPLOYMENT Flexible/Hybrid
JOB NUMBER 202400014
DEPARTMENT Department of Public Works
DIVISION Engineering
OPENING DATE 03/10/2025
Job Summary
The City of Rockville has a job opportunity for a Principal Civil Engineer. This position is responsible for performing difficult professional and administrative work in applying professional engineering services to a wide variety of Public Works planning, development, and design projects. This position manages Capital Programs to ensure sustainable service delivery of infrastructure projects as well as manages individual design projects and directs and supervises the work of other personnel towards project execution. The position requires handling of multiple complex capital projects as well as meet deadlines to facilitate the work of others and the projects. Some of the critical projects include the Croydon/Calvin Stream Restoration, Argyle Road Sewer Relocation, Sanitary Sewer Modeling, oversight of the Blue Plains Wastewater Treatment CIP, critical coordination with the WSSC, and the design and construction of the renovations at 6 Taft Court. This position will assist in the preparation of the operating and CIP budgets as well as manage individual projects and provide estimates for CIP planning. This position will also supervise engineers and consulting engineers in project execution for the Engineering Division.
Essential Job Functions
Functions of all Principal Civil Engineers
Supervises and coordinates the preparation and review of construction plans, specifications, computations, and contract documents for the Public Works Capital Improvement Projects and development permits prepared by consulting engineers and City staff.
Performs reviews of complex engineering plans, reports, and computations for compliance with engineering principles and applicable city, county, state, and federal codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Assists reviewing laws, regulations, requirements, and standards of the federal government, the state, and non-governmental bodies (such as AWWA or LEED) to identify and assesses changes and recommend changes to the Rockville City Code.
Reviews the impact of development projects on City water and wastewater infrastructure for conformance with the Adequate Public Facility Standards and recommends improvement to the water and wastewater systems to ensure system integrity.
Conducts studies; recommends policies, regulations, and procedures; and analyzes fees and rates to achieve division goals.
Interprets designs and advises on intent issues as they arise, refines or revises designs or adds designs, as necessary, and may resolve design/construction conflicts during the construction phase.
Prepares and reviews complex construction plans, studies, plats, easements, specifications, and estimates for projects ranging from new construction to repair/modification of existing infrastructure.
Schedules and reviews the work of lower level engineers to ensure design quality and compliance with City standards, specifications, and good engineering practice, and maintains a status report on all projects.
Coordinates projects and obtains permits from appropriate City departments, outside agencies, and private utility companies.
Reviews standards, specifications, ordinance requirements, and regulations within the City in order to recommend modifications and advise on their probable impact.
Assists and provides advice to inspection personnel to resolve field problems and respond to contract administration inquiries.
Answers public inquiries regarding projects and other engineering matters; attends and acts as City representative at citizen and community meetings.
Evaluates proposed development and establishes water, wastewater, and SWM requirements through the Water and Sewer Authorization and the Stormwater Concept approval process to ensure development complies with the City, State, and federal codes, including the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance.
Drafts proposed legislation for the City Code to stay current with modern standards and practices, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Receives and resolves inquiries regarding complex complaints from interested parties involving issues that are the purview of the department's codes.
Assists division chief in the preparation of the operating and CIP budgets and other administrative and personnel duties.
Manages individual engineering projects and provides estimates for CIP planning, budgeting, and design purposes.
Supervises engineers and consulting engineers in project execution for the Engineering Division.
May be required to attend meetings after hours and respond to emergencies.
Performs other duties as required.
Functions of CIP Construction
Manages the planning and implementation of Programs, such as the Bridge Rehabilitation Program, Sanitary Sewer Preventative Maintenance Program, or Water Distribution Rehabilitation Program. Program management includes recommending funding levels; identifying, planning and implementing Capital projects; and applying GIS to implement an Asset Management program.
Manages the A&E contract to ensure adequacy of the A&E firm's work, timeliness, accuracy of construction cost estimates, and appropriate coordination with others, including governmental bodies in the design phase.
Prepares request for proposal for engineering projects, and serves as staff liaison to consultants on Public Works design projects.
Plans and designs public infrastructure improvements including water, sewer, stormwater, and bridges implemented through the Capital Improvement Program.
Ad Title:Project Engineer - Wastewater Treatment Location: 700 E Pratt St. Ste 500 Baltimore, MD 21202 Post Date: 02/26/25 City: Baltimore City State: MD Zip: 21202 Website:visit our website... Description: Job Description/Responsibilities:
RK&K’s experienced, growing Water/Wastewater Group, within one of the nation’s top consulting firms, is seeking to hire a Municipal Wastewater Treatment Design Project Engineer to work from our Baltimore, MD office. In this role, you will work closely with team members to lead evaluation and planning, design and construction phase engineering administration services on a variety of wastewater projects.
Essential Functions:
Complete designs for upgrades and expansions to municipal wastewater treatment facilities.
Prepare design calculations, process flow diagrams and costs estimates for wastewater projects
Conduct technical evaluations of various unit processes and equipment to support planning and design related to wastewater systems
Preparation and review of technical memoranda, engineering reports, presentations, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents
Work directly with the owner, designer, project engineers and contractors.
Exceed client expectations for quality, schedule and budget
Facilitate internal and client meetings, workshops and incorporate client feedback into design documents
Demonstrate thorough understanding of QA/QC development and execution process
Demonstrate thorough understanding of contract specifications, standards, etc.
Mentor staff by training employees and supporting personal growth opportunities
Ad Title:Wastewater Industrial Mechanic - Full Time Location: Ocean City, MD Post Date: 03/25/25 City: Ocean City State: MD Zip: 21842 Phone (W): (410) 289-8822 Website:visit our website... Description: The Town of Ocean City, MD
Wastewater Industrial Mechanic - Full Time
SALARY $22.89 - $29.19 Hourly
$47,611.20 - $60,715.20 Annually
LOCATION Ocean City, MD
JOB TYPE Full-Time
JOB NUMBER 202100255
DEPARTMENT Public Works - Wastewater Department
OPENING DATE 03/20/2025
Job Summary
SUMMARY
Performs maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment, such as sludge conveyors, sludge dewatering presses, aerators, pumps, and other equipment associated with wastewater treatment plant and pump station facilities.
Job Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
•Using electronic diagnostic equipment, traces out and repairs any process equipment to include electrical, hydraulic, heat and air conditioning and any other major repair which requires the experience of a process equipment mechanic.
•Repairs valves, electric motors, chemical feed pumps, water pumps, blowers, mixers, well pumps and other process equipment.
•Maintains the treatment plant in a neat and satisfactory manner, performs preventive and breakdown maintenance.
•Has functional knowledge of the appropriate use of lock-out/tag-out safety procedures, relevant occupational hazards and standard safety precautions. Has functional knowledge of the principles of low voltage and high voltage electrical systems.
•This position is considered “essential personnel” and must report even during storm events and other town emergencies.
