Engineering Technician IV - Public Works Operations

An exciting opportunity is available to join Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA), an employee-owned, multi-faceted civil engineering and land surveying company that has built a reputation of civil engineering with a personal approach. We are seeking an Engineering Technician IV to join our growing Public Works Operation team in Vernon Hills, IL.

What you can expect:

The Engineer Technician IV will report to the Division Director and requires participation in a variety of basic technician engineering work involving both office and field support. They will be a Responsible Operator in Charge of various water distribution systems, construction oversite of various projects, and provide support to other staff. This role is an exempt, salary position. We offer a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Public Works Division and work with our Responsible Operator in Charge for various water distribution systems in the region.
• Manage and train existing staff in operation requirements.
• Develop knowledge of all current service lines.
• Maintain and improve current water operator licensure.
• Develop knowledge of all current service lines.
• Review sanitary sewer and water main systems.
• Develop recommendations for capital improvement and/or operation and maintenance plans with project managers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with GHA’s existing clients.

Why GHA?

Join our dynamic team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. We offer generous Paid Time Off (PTO), seven paid holidays, and additional floating holidays. New parents can take advantage of our Parental Leave, while our Educational Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement programs empower you to continue your education and advance your career. Our health and well-being are our priority, which is why we provide robust health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with FSA and HSA spending accounts. Secure your future with our 401k Profit Sharing, Bonus Programs, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). For added peace of mind, we offer Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage, and Legal insurance. With our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more, we are committed to supporting you every step of the way. Join us and be a part of a team that values and invests in you!

What you will bring to Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc.

EDUCATION:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Formal training in project management preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE:

• Related project experience including eight (8) years as a project manager.
• Experience participating in industry professional societies preferred.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License and registered insured personal vehicle.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Possess a thorough understanding of the requirements and processes of low to medium complexity projects sufficient for developing work plans and reviewing work products.

• Self-starting, detail-oriented individual that will work in a collaborative environment to set and manage project and task scope/schedules/effort expectations in compliance to the Division’s Quality Management Plan and clearly communicates them to other team members.

• Ability to manage personal schedule to align with multiple project schedules while communicating progress status to team members and supervisor.

• Lead project-related communication and meetings with clients and other stakeholders.

• Demonstrate the ability to technically mentor and train junior-level employees.

• Work is performed in both an office environment and outdoors and requires moderate physical demands, including sitting, standing, or walking on uneven surfaces and/or exposure to inclement or extreme weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.

• Assist in the development of portions of project proposals.

• Proficiency with software products:

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • PDF editing software (Adobe, Bluebeam, etc.)

ADA SPECIFICATIONS
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be honored to enable individuals with different abilities to perform the essential functions.

• May require occasional bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• May require periodic travel up to 30%.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:
GHA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.