Decatur Utilities

Utility Engineer I - Gas , Water & Wastewater

LocationDecatur, AL
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Description


Utilizes engineering principles, methods, and techniques specific to natural gas and water utilities to effectively plan, evaluate, and design distribution systems. The role encompasses comprehensive civil engineering tasks, as well as quality assurance and control, system planning, modeling, and project management, including coordination and inspection of gas and water systems. This position may also provide support for the wastewater collections system, contributing to overall system efficiency and reliability. Key Responsibilities


Scope of work includes all phases civil engineering functions including system planning/design/layout, modeling and coordination, metering, construction, flow and pressure testing and compliance/regulatory functions for gas, water, and/or wastewater utility systems.
Prepares plans, specifications, work orders and cost estimates for construction and maintenance of gas, water, and/or wastewater utility systems.
Communicates and assists customers and developers on commercial, industrial, and residential services and main extensions. Reviews plans and specifications for conformity to DU requirements.
Reviews plans and specifications by outside engineers, architects and developers concerning utility improvements and/or extensions for conformity to DU requirements.
Performs field work such as determining road right-of-way & easement locations using instruments such as GPS unit, level, and transit.
Maintains records for Public Service Commission and monitors PHMSA code compliance and other regulatory requirements.
Interacts with customers/developers in person and at job site to handle customer requests relating to utility issues and resolve complaints.
Collects and compiles data, generates reports and maintains files for the gas, water, and/or wastewater utility systems.
Uses computer assisted engineering design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks and system studies.
Adheres to all safety policies and codes to ensure safe working practices for employees.



Skills, Knowledge and Expertise


Bachelor degree (B.S.) in Civil, Mechanical, or related engineering field from an accredited college or university with 2-4 years of related engineering experience with gas, water, and/or wastewater utility systems. Recent college graduates may be considered if business requirements can accommodate.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel) as required to perform job tasks.
Must be able to use specialized software applications for ESRI GIS, customer inquiries, modeling mapping, GPS, and pretreatment.
Ability to apply routine and complex mathematical equations to perform various Civil, Environmental and/or Mechanical Engineering tasks, as related to the gas and water engineering utility field.
Valid Alabama Driver's License; CPR/First Aid Certification; Customer Service Skills and applicable safety training as scheduled.



About Decatur Utilities

Decatur Utilities provides electricity, natural gas, water and wastewater services in the greater Decatur, Alabama area to more than 30,000 customers. The more than 190 employees who make up the DU family are dedicated to providing safe, reliable utility services at the lowest possible rate and to meet the needs of our customers.

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