Civil Engineer Trainee

THE POSITION

Are you looking for interesting work in a field that can make a significant difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians? Are you looking for an engineering career in a hot topic field? Do you want to work to ensure Pennsylvanians are provided with reliable water and wastewater service at reasonable rates, while also learning new things every day? Then we want to talk to you! This is a position with opportunities for advancement and with excellent benefits available to employees in a supportive work environment.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is hiring an engineer to fill a Fixed Utility Valuation Engineer Trainee (FUVE-T) or Civil Engineer Trainee (CET) position within the PUC's Bureau of Technical Utility Services (TUS). The TUS FUVE-T / CET will work with senior FUVEs and other staff on developing a working knowledge of the state and federal regulatory policies and environment as it pertains to the water, wastewater, and stormwater industry and jurisdictional utilities. The FUVE-T / CET will learn how to review and evaluate the filings submitted by fixed utilities from an engineering perspective. The FUVE-T / CET will also learn how to prepare written orders, reports, memos, and other documents for internal and external stakeholders on topics and issues related to water, wastewater and stormwater service.

As a member of this team, you have the opportunity to be part of a passionate group dedicated to the regulation of Pennsylvania's jurisdictional water, wastewater and stormwater utilities. The work done by the FUVE-T / CET can make a real difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians, especially because water is the only public utility product that humans ingest everyday! The position offers a great collaborative work environment and requires some travel for training and meetings. All required training is provided. Don't miss this opportunity for a rewarding career with advancement potential.

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8 : 00 am to 4 : 30 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour lunch.
• Telework : These positions are located in Harrisburg. Part-time telework is a potential feature of this position. Successful candidates are required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved by the Bureau Director. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

1. To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee's alternate (telework) worksite must meet the following requirements. The telework worksite must be located : 1) within a reasonable travel distance of Harrisburg, and 2) within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements :

Other Requirements :

How to Apply :

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

You must provide complete and accurate information or :

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

Your results will be provided via email.