Data Entry Specialist/Field Technician II

McKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm. First and foremost, we value people. This means we not only hire great talent, we've also created an environment where each individual can grow, flourish and apply innovative thinking. As a result, we've created a world-class team of professionals within a nimble organization. That's what our clients want. That's why we succeed. Our clients hire us because of our people.

McKim & Creed has a reputation for state-of-the-art design of facilities that treat, preserve and conserve the earth's finite water resources and optimize existing infrastructure and resources. Our highly respected teams of engineers and surveyors are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future while helping communities leverage their infrastructure.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Water group. If you want to work at a company that will help you become the best you can be, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team. If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live work and play, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.

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YOUR DAY-DAY WILL INCLUDE:

As a Data Entry Specialist / Field Technician II, you will be responsible for providing technical evaluation and support services to the Lead And Copper Program. These services include the review, analyzation, processing, and reporting of data collected from manual and automated observations on sanitary sewers, storm sewers, and potable water lines. A wide range of software and processes will be used to efficiently identify and exceed client needs and expectations.

• Performing field inspections and investigations by collecting high quality and accurate data.
• Manhole Inspections - record various structure attributes and identify defects.
• Smoke Testing - conduct smoke tests and record defects encountered.
• Night Flow Isolations - measure wastewater flows during non-peak usage.
• Dye Testing - conduct dye water tracing and dye water flooding.
• Flow Monitoring - install & maintain open channel flow metering equipment.
• CCTV Inspections - conduct robotic video inspections of wastewater sewer pipelines in accordance to NASSCO PACP, MACP, and LACP standards.
• Frequent overnight travel is required.
• This position requires a lot of walking outside and climbing ladders year-round through various terrain and in extreme heat and cold.
• Ability to work in Confined Spaces, including sanitary sewer manholes.
• Application of protocols, procedures, and standards for Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Survey (SSES) data management and reporting.
• Project planning and execution to meet client requirements.
• Production control and quality assurance.
• Vendor and sub-contractor interface.
• Coordinate with Field Crews and Operations Management for data collection and repairs.
• Hardware and Software Troubleshooting and Support.
• Project startups and direction of field deliverables to project specifications.
• Client relations, attend progress meetings and briefings.
• Overall quality and timeliness of data collection, editing, and delivery.
• Coordinate with Management to adhere to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Reports to the Project Manager.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• A Bachelor's degree, or forward progress in Engineering, Environmental, or similar technical field, or one year of sanitary sewer evaluation surveys (SSES) and data management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to travel.
• Willing to work in and around open sanitary sewer lines.
• Have the ability to obtain and maintain a Confined Space Entry certification.
• Should possess basic computer skills.
• Good technical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate with a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Process oriented individual.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS and/or Trimble Products.
• Experience with data collection and reporting for SSES (Flow Monitoring, Smoke Testing, CCTV, Stormwater, I&I Studies, Hydraulic Modeling) or other Utilities (Sewer, Water, Gas distribution systems).
• Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record, drug test, and criminal record.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift equipment up to 30 pounds at times.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Certification or Licensure- NASSCO, Engineer in Training preferred.
• National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) certification is preferred (PACP, MACP, LACP).

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.