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Civil Engineer

Job Description

Operational Technical Services (OTS) is one of the fastest growing private water and wastewater utility staffing providers in the country. We provide certified water treatment, distribution, wastewater treatment, collections, engineering, laboratory, water quality, maintenance, and training professionals to municipalities, special districts, and private utilities throughout the country. OTS offers temporary, temp to hire, direct hire and emergency on-call opportunities including great benefits.

TITLE: Civil Engineer

SALARY: $85,000 – $100,000/yr

LOCATION: Manatee County, Florida

WORK HOURS: This position normally works a regular weekday daytime shift 7 am – 3:30 pm

General Purpose of the Position:

Project management for internal and external projects related to the City’s

infrastructure systems. Work closely with Federal, State, and local governmental and utilities agencies to manage the City’s Right-of-Way Use permits and utility’s locations services through the Sunshine One Call system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for pro-active planning, design and implementation of new infrastructure, and rehabilitation and replacement of existing City infrastructure, including:

Water distribution, storage and pumping systems

Wastewater collection and pumping systems

Reuse water distribution, storage and pumping systems

Roadways and sidewalks

Responsible for:

The implementation and oversight of local infrastructure ordinances and regulations and development review

Filing, tracking and implementing requirements of all City FDOT Permits

Engineering tasks associated with special projects such as infrastructure assessments, paving program management, in-house utility, street or other Public Works projects

Coordination of consulting engineer contracts and services related to infrastructure of city

Coordination with federal, state and local agencies and regulators to provide assurance that city remains in compliance with current and pending infrastructure regulations

Provides professional engineering advice and technical assistance on City infrastructure systems to other City departments and works with each to develop projects for in the city-wide Capital Improvements Program

Skills and Physical Abilities Required:

Knowledge of current principle and practices of civil engineering as it relates to municipal public works activities

Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and ability to make effective public presentations

Proficient in the understanding, application and reporting related to current and pending federal, state, and local regulations

Ability to simultaneously manage multiple internal and external projects with a high degree of proficiency

Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and ability to make effective public presentations

Position requires frequent walking, standing, driving, and occasional moderate lifting

Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite of programs

Equipment Used:

Computer, cell phone, telephone, radio. Non-CDL level City vehicles. Safety training and equipment is provided.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited engineering college. Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida, or the ability to secure registration within twenty-four (24) months. Two (2) to four (4) years of related experience in engineering planning and design of public infrastructure systems. Familiarity with FDOT permitting procedures and requirements. Experience in general Public Works operations and management a plus. Experience with AutoCAD and GIS desired. Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.

Environmental Conditions: Indoors and outdoors.

Commercial Driver License (CDL): A Commercial Driver License (CDL) is not required for this position.

MUST HAVES FOR ROLE:

Utility Pants: Employees must wear durable utility pants suitable for the work environment

Safety Shoes: Steel-toed or other appropriate safety shoes are mandatory to protect against workplace hazards

Candidates must consent to and pass a background check and drug screening as part of the hiring process

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Operational Technical Services, (OTS), is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , colors, , , , , , or protected veteran status.

Civil Engineer

United States
Full time

Published on 10/02/2025

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