Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Service Line: Houston Public Works Section: Drinking Water Operations Reporting Location: 2300 Federal Rd Workdays & Hours: M-F, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. * * Subject to change  DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Houston Public Works Departments is seeking candidates who can: * Perform entry-level engineering tasks under close supervision of professional engineers in the planning, design, and construction of civil engineering projects.  * Provides engineering assistance in identifying, managing, and rehabilitating various facilities and systems.   * Conducts, reviews, inspects, and analyzes field and project studies to ensure compliance with plans, contracts, regulations, etc.   * Develops, evaluates and/or designs new layouts, drawings, plans, specifications, etc.   * Performs and reviews several types of engineering calculations to develop statistical data.   * Assists in preparing project schedules and estimates construction capital cost and construction time.  * Prepares documents required for low interest loan programs to finance facilities.    * Participates in and provides technical advice in the bid process.    * Researches, analyzes, and prepares various records, reports, alternative solutions, and other data.  Documents projects to ensure quality of commitment.  * Perform Jar test and other water quality test. Maintains, monitors, and applies operating procedures to enhance functioning of facilities and systems.   * Investigates and responds to inquiries by other City of Houston departments, consultants, agencies, contractors, and the public.  * May perform other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS  The position is physically comfortable: the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, bending, lifting, etc.   This is a Houston Public Works Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering that is approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with a satisfactory standing;  OR   Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board and passage of the eight hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board;  OR   Possession of a valid Engineering-in-Training Certificate issued by the Board under the current requirements of the Texas Engineering Practice Act.   EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS  No experience required.    LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None Preferences will be given to those applicants with knowledge and experience in surface water treatment processes    Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:   None  However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.   SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:   Yes  If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.   SALARY INFORMATION  Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. PAY GRADE  22   APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.    To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6032   If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6032 (TTY 7-1-1)   If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.   Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.   All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.     EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.