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Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team.  At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Engineering Aide for the Utilities Division of Public Works.

First and foremost, the City is seeking an individual who has an unwavering commitment to team-based environment, and recognizes that leaders must be focused always on serving their people.  For us in Huntington Beach, successful candidates must be genuinely committed to living our organization’s behavioral values, which include:

1. Humility… be willing to place the team before self.
2. Exceptionality… be really (REALLY) good at what you do.
3. Social Awareness… say and do those things that bring people together.
4. Passion… recognize the awesome responsibility we have to serve the people of HB.
5. Integrity… live our values authentically.

• Updates and maintains the infrastructure mapping system for all utility services within the City from field notes, engineering drawings or tract improvement plans
• Prepares Conditions of Approval worksheet for developers for water systems based on City codes and standards
• Reviews and answers information requests for proposed system improvements
• Designs utility system improvements from survey data, legal descriptions and field notes; calculates job cost estimates for projects
• Assists in preparation of the annual fixed asset report by researching and listing new facilities (hydrants, valves, size and length of main, etc.) added to the system during the fiscal year
• Maintains record drawings, both originals and blue-lines, for the City and West Orange County Water Board mains 
• Maintains charts, maps, analysis data files, and other physical and computerized records
• Performs field inspections to verify utility locations
• Answers questions from developers, other utilities and inspectors regarding water standards
• Researches and locates hard to find water facilities
• Prepares blueprints and similar copies of maps and drawings
• Uses computer applications or other automated systems including Microsoft Office, Adobe, AutoCAD, calendar, email and database software in performing work assignments
• Attends pre-construction meetings
• Serves on the Water Operations Emergency Preparedness task force
• Performs routine semi-skilled tasks in regards to maintenance of the Utilities Yard
• Coordinates facilities request forms
• Reports to work as scheduled and works a variety of schedules including evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance record
• Travels to offsite locations within and outside the City 
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying.  A typical combination includes:

Knowledge of: 

• City and departmental policies and procedures
• Architectural and civil engineering drafting
• Manual and electronic drafting techniques 
• Functions and capabilities of software programs used in drafting and engineering such as AutoCAD and GIS 
• Effective use of standard office computer software used to complete assigned tasks
• Basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
• Appropriate safety methods and techniques.

• Conceptualize and render a drawing from written or oral direction
• Organize and prioritize work to ensure projects are completed on time
• Maintain and follow department processes and regulations
• Perform engineering-related mathematical computations
• Operate standard office equipment including calculators, drafting equipment, personal computers and software applications for drafting
• Utilize computer databases to maintain and update records and files
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form
• Maintain accurate records and files
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, City staff and supervisors

• An online application must be completed in its entirety.
• All applications will be closely reviewed for relevant experience, education and training.
• Applicants must clearly demonstrate meeting minimum education and experience qualifications and other supplemental question requirements by demonstrating proof or submitting the supporting information/documents or they may be subject to exclusion from further consideration. 
• Depending upon the applicant pool, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will NOT necessarily be selected to participate in the hiring process.
• Applicants whose qualifications BEST meet the City's needs will be invited to participate in the selection process, which will include an oral exam (weighted 100%) - tentatively scheduled for July 23, 2021.
• Candidates successful at passing the oral board exam will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The employment eligible list may be valid for one year, unless exhausted sooner.
• Prior to making a final selection, additional interviews may be conducted with the top candidate(s) - date to be determined.
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, a pre-placement medical evaluation, drug screen (select positions), TB screening and California Department of Justice (DOJ) Live Scan fingerprinting must be completed with acceptable results. Other background reports may also be conducted depending on the position.
• Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• IMPORTANT: In-house candidates who did not apply by the closing date of the promotional recruitment may apply to the "open" recruitment. However, they will compete based on the standards established for the "open" recruitment and if successful, will place on the "open" eligible list.

Incumbents must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
 
Work is performed indoors and outdoors.   Incumbents use a computer keyboard and related equipment.  Incumbents sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, crouch, twist, bend, push, pull, reach, grasp, and lift.  May require moving tools and equipment weighing 30 pounds or less.  When work is performed outdoors, there is full exposure to various weather conditions.  Must be able to work in and around bodies of water, including the ocean, lakes, and storm-water discharge systems.  Must utilize approved safety equipment and protective gear, including but not limited to, hard hats, respirators, life vests, and/or hearing protective devices.   Employee must be able to actively listen to receive instruction, and verbally communicate information in order to engage with staff and others, in person and via telephone.  Must be able to read and comprehend correspondence, plans, specifications and other information, and communicate ideas in writing in order to keep accurate records, sign off on documents, and create letters. May require walking on uneven ground and working around machinery, fumes, dirt and gas and in varying temperatures. 
 
Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.