Civil Engineering Specialist 3 – Right of Way Utility Specialist
Oregon Department of Transportation
Delivery & Operations Division – Region 5
Technical Center / Utilities Crew
La Grande
 
Salary Range: $5,498 - $8,525
 
The role:  
Join our team in La Grande as a right of way utility specialist! You will support the utilities crew by directing and monitoring the work of public and private utility engineers in the relocation of their conflicting facilities prior to highway construction projects. Don't pass up this opportunity, apply today!
 
Our first application screening is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 30, 2023. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.
 
We invite members of all diverse communities to join our workforce as we endeavor to best serve Oregonians from every background. ODOT values diversity and inclusion because they are good for Oregon. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, and providing opportunities for professional enrichment we are better able to serve those around us. We thank you for considering this employment opportunity.
 
A day in the life:

• Complete field checks with utility company representatives to determine proper routes for relocating utility facilities.
• Consult with representatives from local city and county governments, utility companies and consultants to assist in the development, organization and coordination of utility relocations.
• Review estimates and sketch maps submitted by each utility prior to commencement of work to make sure that those relocated portions are indicated correctly.
• Consult with and coordinate utility conflicts and relocation with other sections within ODOT.
• Review estimates for conformance with federal requirements and recommend their approval.
• Prepare reports for project timing and status.
• Coordinate the activities of utilities with State activities on all highway projects in the region.
• Attend local Utility Coordinating Council meetings.
• Review project design layout provided by roadway designers for conflicts.
• Research right of way maps for easements to establish if utilities may be reimbursable.
• Hybrid remote work may be available, with manager approval.
• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitment@odot.oregon.gov.

 What’s in it for you:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, competitive benefits packages and so much more. Click here to learn about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation.
• Live, work and play in La Grande, Oregon!

 What we need:
Seven years of civil or transportation-related engineering or surveying experience. Two years of this experience must have been independently planning and completing assignments in drafting, field or laboratory inspection, construction contract administration, surveying, materials testing, or traffic investigations.
 
OR
A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, surveying or transportation-related engineering and four years of civil or transportation-related engineering or surveying experience.
 
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
 
Driving is an essential function of this position. You must have a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s). Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.
 
Special qualifications:
A Fundamentals of Engineering certification is preferred.
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What we’d like to see:
If you have these qualities, let us know! It’s how we will choose whom to move forward!
Note: You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.  

• Knowledge and experience in field construction and location practices and principles.
• Knowledge and understanding of field surveying, engineering design and project delivery to transportation projects.
• Dependable, resourceful, self-sufficient, and capable of independent time management, schedule and work deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and groups inside and outside of the agency.
• Effective in all forms of communication.

 Learn more and apply:
Our first application screening is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Thursday, March 30, 2023. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.
 
Please note that we can only accept applications through our website.
 
For questions, call 503-400-5327 or email ODOTRecruitmentSH@odot.oregon.gov.
 
ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer