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Pinal County proudly invests in the future of our 2000 employees every day, and we have the best team. We offer a wide range of impressive benefits, including retirement plans that are among the best Arizona has to offer. Just take a look: An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.

Paid Vacation And Sick Leave 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit. Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost Dental and Vision Plans Comprehensive Wellness Program Quarterly Wellness Challenges Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite Vaccination Clinics Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi Tuition Reimbursement Program Alternative Work Schedules Telehealth Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options Civil Service Leave Van Pool Options Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.

Before you apply, watch this video to learn helpful tips for completing an application at Pinal County: Application Tips This is an internal promotion opportunity for current employees of the Development Services department only. You must be a current employee to be considered for this position. JOB SUMMARY Assist Public Works Department (PWD) Engineers with components of engineering projects, performs basic technical civil engineering functions within scope of authority and training in assigned area of responsibility, apply acquired knowledge and skills, and make technical decisions within defined procedural limits under basic supervision.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

Assist in the design, planning, coordination, and inspection of assigned components of PWD engineering projects and perform work within scope of authority and training in assigned area of responsibility. Assist engineering staff as needed, assist with the preparation of engineering designs, graphics, specifications, and PWD project estimates, research plans and technical documentation to acquire information needed for the management of PWD projects, and assist with safety inspections and on-site project evaluations. Perform research, analysis, and evaluations of designs, plans, reports, specifications, and estimates and review plans, specifications, proposals, and project documentation to maintain PWD quality standards.

Maintain and update computer files, tracking systems, and databases, write various technical documents and reports, and make technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with various projects. Conduct traffic, flood control, and engineering research by compiling and calculating field data and examine project plans for technical accuracy and compliance to design standards. Prepare and maintain technical reports, work logs, maps, and documents for engineering projects, maintain contractor and procurement files, and prepare reports and estimates.

Assist in preparing and compiling bid documents and specifications, documenting scope of work, and soliciting bids and quotes and assist with contracts and purchase agreements for services and material. Research engineering records, products, materials, equipment, methods, and vendors. Produce draft drawings and plans for civil engineering projects, using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) software.

Follow all safety rules and regulations, utilize proper safety precautions in all work performed, and report safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations to supervisor immediately. Ensure that the Pinal County Traffic Signal and Street Lighting systems are inspected, installed, and operating efficiently and safely for the traveling public. Monitor the operation and timing of signal control equipment.

Perform routine and emergency maintenance and new construction of Traffic Signal Systems. Respond to Traffic Signal emergency repairs as needed. Locate street light, signal, interconnect, and traffic signal wiring for contractors and utility companies.

Interpret maps and drawings and operate electronic locator (Blue Stake). Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information. Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK High school diploma or GED equivalent. Four (4) years of construction and building trades experience. Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver's License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.

Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements. Preferred Qualifications: National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level I certification. Additional specific technical training and certification may be required for some incumbents.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of basic principles and techniques of general engineering. Knowledge of technical drafting principles and engineering plans and specifications. Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, equipment, and supplies used in PWD engineering projects.

Knowledge of Federal and state safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions. Knowledge of county geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, and PWD facility locations. Knowledge of personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software.

Skill in reading and understanding plans, specifications and schematics. Skill in interpreting technical information and producing basic engineering drawings and technical reports. Skill in making accurate mathematical computations.

Ability to promote and enforce safe work practices. Ability to work with others to complete daily tasks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is heavy and requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, reach, perform repetitive motion, kneel, lift, pull, push, stand, stoop, walk, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an environment with crisis situations that require making major decisions involving people, resources, and property. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources. All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment.

Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law. Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.