Montgomery City County Personnel

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to perform technical civil engineering work. Employee participates in the investigation, development, design, construction, and maintenance of County public works projects. The primary work responsibilities include conducting surveys for highway, bridge and drainage projects; performing drafting duties; inspecting the construction of new streets, curbs, gutters, and ditches in residential subdivisions built by private contractors; participating in the inspection of highways, and bridge and drainage construction projects; inspects existing bridges; and maintains detailed records and reports on construction projects.  This classification is distinguished from the lower-level classes in this series by the ability to exercise autonomy in completing assigned projects and the responsibility for assuming a lead role in the activities of engineering or drafting projects and providing technical support to lower-level employees on projects. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Assistant County Engineer and a higher-level Civil Engineering Technician who checks for technical accuracy.

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Alabama driver’s license and an insurable driver record in order to drive a Montgomery County vehicle.  Must be willing to work overtime, occasionally on weekends, weekdays and holidays.  May require certification in bridge inspection, material testing or surveying.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:    Physical ability to climb, bend, stoop, stand, walk long distances on rough terrain and carry survey instruments and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for extended periods.  Physical ability to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements (hot, cold, rain, humid) as needed to perform job duties.