This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business. We provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers. Job Responsibilities: • Perform maintenance on production machinery • Ensure food safety and quality • Respond to radio calls for maintenance related actions • Communicate with other departments • Troubleshoot and repair complex problems on all production equipment • Use parts in inventory to repair equipment • Contact equipment vendors • Learn and use SAP to document work hours • Perform advanced preventative maintenance on plant equipment • Use test equipment to aid in troubleshooting and repair of equipment Required Skills and Experience: • 2 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing facility • Ability to read, write, and speak English • Ability to use tools and work on mechanical and pneumatic components • Basic computer skills • Able to perform basic welding • Operate forklift and other motorized equipment • Program PLCs using schematics and ladder logic • Completed industrial maintenance certification program • 1 year maintenance with proven preventative maintenance experience in a manufacturing facility
See More Details >>GENERAL PURPOSE Working under the direct supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer, the Engineering Associate will prepare civil engineering related technical documents, perform quality assurance reviews, and review land development related civil engineering documents for compliance with current city, state, and federal guidelines and requirements. Employee will work closely with other team members to address citizen concerns and assist in the resolution of contractor/developer conflicts. Employee will work to ensure that city infrastructure and facilities are in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Employee may be called upon to directly communicate with both internal and external clients. Employee will be required to apply initiative and independent judgment to various work situations. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Employee has no supervisory responsibilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES • Perform complex civil engineering related tasks under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer. • Review construction plans and permit applications for compliance with city codes, regulations, master plans, and standards; review adequacy of various permit applications, such as plats, zoning cases, future land use cases, right-of-way construction, land disturbance, etc. • Operate a variety of civil engineering-related software applications, such as ESRI ArcMap, and AutoCAD Civil 3D. • Prepares various quantity and cost-related estimates for municipal construction projects. • Evaluates deliverables from consultants, contractors, manufacturers, and vendors relative to approved plans and specifications. • Provides general oversight of public infrastructure construction projects. • Receives, files, and distributes project-related test reports, correspondence, and other relevant documentation. • Visits construction sites, as required, and provides written observation reports. • Works as the permit coordinator/intake personnel for digital and print copies of applications, construction plans, and similar documents. Reviews submittal for completeness and communicates with the applicant for missing items. • Attends various internal and external meetings as required. • Coordinate with city staff to update and maintain various development project-related reports and trackers. • Works to establish effective communication among the land development applicant, city reviewers, construction inspection team, and others as may be required to facilitate the entire land development process from start to final acceptance. • Assist with updates to various city ordinances and governing documents, as needed. • Read and interpret various civil construction prints and drawings and field surveys. • Documenting, recording, and archiving relevant project information. • Coordinate with outside agencies, as required. • Assists in the periodic review and update of the City's design and construction standards. • Receives and responds to phone calls and e-mails from applicants and citizens. Communicates with appropriate city staff to address pending matters. Assists in the preparation and maintenance of various material and construction cost databases. Serves as a member of various employee committees, as assigned. • Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; complies with departmental policies; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations; possesses and maintains a valid driver's license, if required, and complies with City of Killeen driving policy accordingly. • Perform other related duties as required. REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience: 1. Graduation from a four (4) year ABET Accredited college or university with a degree in civil engineering or a closely related field; and 2. A minimum of one (1) year of experience in engineering design, construction, or related fields. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 1. Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment. 2. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, city officials, and the general public, which typically requires a command of the written and spoken English language and the ability to clearly comprehend complex technical subjects. 3. Ability to conduct necessary engineering research and compile comprehensive reports. 4. Knowledge of engineering-related computer applications such as CAD systems, GIS, and modeling software. 5. Thorough knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and methods. 6. Skill in arriving at accurate cost estimates on a variety of moderate to complex projects. 7. Thorough knowledge of applicable laws and regulations affecting Engineering Department activities. 8. Ability to perform public speaking duties as may be required. 9. Ability to relate complex technical issues to non-technical staff and the public. 10. Establish and maintain productive interpersonal relationships with co-workers, city staff, the general public, and the Land Development community as a whole. 11. Ability to apply various conflict resolution methods as may be required to maintain productive relationships with co-workers, city staff, the general public, and the Land Development community as a whole. 12. Maintains regular and punctual attendance and professional appearance. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Must have a valid driver’s license by date of hire. 2. Must obtain and maintain a Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of hire 3. Physically be capable of moving about on construction work sites and under adverse field conditions. 4. Must possess a NCEES “Engineer-In-Training” certification and number or acquire same within one year of hire date. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Personal computer including word processing, spreadsheet, database, computer-aided-design software, geographic information system software, applicable modeling software, standard drafting tools, surveying equipment, motor vehicle, phone, mobile radio, and appropriate safety, monitoring, measuring, and sampling equipment as necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various commercial and residential developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is essential for operating drafting instruments, computers, and various office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate in the field. SELECTION GUIDELINES Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment of the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirement of the job change.
See More Details >>GENERAL PURPOSE To plan, manage, and coordinate the implementation of technical studies, design, and construction of City facilities and transportation, drainage, water and wastewater infrastructure projects in compliance with the City's master plan, applicable standards, and specifications. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Employee is responsible for the direct supervision of Project Managers. • ******************$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!******************* Essential Duties: CORE COMPETENCIES: Prepares, negotiates, processes, and administers contracts with engineering, architectural, surveying, and other professional service companies, including drafting agreement documents, evaluating consultant fee proposals, and verifying compensation for professional services. Manages assigned capital improvement projects through project life cycle including but not limited to development of project scopes, cost estimates and schedules; consultant selection process; review of engineering reports, project plans, and construction documents, specifications and estimates; acquisition of right-of-way and easements; construction bidding and awarding the contract; inspection and construction management; payment of invoices; and project close-out. Reviews the construction plans and related documents including bid package and ensures compliance with codes, regulations, and standards. Submits applications and secures approval or permits from other agencies for City projects. Prepares and submits reimbursement applications to funding agencies and ensure timely reimbursements for the City. Provides the project managers necessary guidance and support for implementation of projects. Communicates with the consultant and contractor to address technical and field issues and any conflicts in design and construction phase. Inspects or visits the construction site or project area as needed. Attends final inspection, review punch list items, and takes required measures for acceptance of City projects. Reviews construction materials or field test results and inspection reports and takes necessary steps. Conducts engineering studies in response to requests for information from City Management. Assists in review and updating of the City's construction standards, design guidance manual, details, and specifications. Maintains the spreadsheets or other forms of documents for the accounting of Water and Sewer Bond funds, General Obligation Bond Funds for streets and drainage and other funding for Capital Improvement Projects (facilities, water, sewer, streets, and drainage). Monitors local, regional, state and Federal regulations on water, wastewater, highways, and drainage to ensure City compliance. Responds to public or other inquiries relative to engineering policies and procedures on specific projects and other information. Prepares technical documents necessary to support ordinance requests by the City Council. Attends City Council meetings and other Commission or Board meetings and provides answers to questions during or after presentations. Ensures proper documentation of project related files including plans, reports, and legal documents. Ensures appropriate communication among parties involved in any project. Coordinates with outside agencies or organizations as needed for implementation of projects. Works with various grant programs to secure funds for capital improvements where applicable. Prepares technical reports, memos, staff reports, transmittal letters, presentations, etc. Prepares participation agreements and memorandum of understanding documents in between City and private parties or City and other agencies. Updates and maintains status tracking report and database. Serves on various employee committees. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Minimum Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering, construction engineering or a closely related field; and • Minimum of three (3) years professional civil engineering experience; or • Any equivalent combination of education and experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public. • Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment. • Knowledge of engineering related computer applications such as CADD and GIS systems as well as commonly used transportation and water resources software. • Ability to conduct necessary engineering research and compile comprehensive reports. • Considerable skill in arriving at cost estimates on complex projects. • Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting. • Thorough knowledge of applicable City policies, laws, and regulations affecting Division activities. • Familiarity with Project Management Book of Knowledge’s (PMBOK) Knowledge Areas and Process Group and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Knowledge / Training on TxDOT Local Government Project Procedures (LGPP). • Able to supervise assigned staff and facilitate the team task and performance. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS • Must possess a valid Driver's License by date of hire. • Must obtain and maintain a Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of hire. • Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or registered in other States with the ability to become registered in Texas by appropriate means within six (6) months of hire. • Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites and under adverse field conditions. Supplemental Information: TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Personal computer including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, data base, computer-aided-design and modeling software, City’s accounting software/program, mapping tools, calculator, necessary safety equipment, motor vehicle, phone, camera, mobile radio. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various construction sites, right-of way, or City facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers, and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; and smell. The employee must occasionally life lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering, construction engineering or a closely related field; and • Minimum of three (3) years professional civil engineering experience; or • Any equivalent combination of education and experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public. • Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment. • Knowledge of engineering related computer applications such as CADD and GIS systems as well as commonly used transportation and water resources software. • Ability to conduct necessary engineering research and compile comprehensive reports. • Considerable skill in arriving at cost estimates on complex projects. • Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting. • Thorough knowledge of applicable City policies, laws, and regulations affecting Division activities. • Familiarity with Project Management Book of Knowledge’s (PMBOK) Knowledge Areas and Process Group and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Knowledge / Training on TxDOT Local Government Project Procedures (LGPP). • Able to supervise assigned staff and facilitate the team task and performance. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS • Must possess a valid Driver's License by date of hire. • Must obtain and maintain a Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of hire. • Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or registered in other States with the ability to become registered in Texas by appropriate means within six (6) months of hire. • Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites and under adverse field conditions. GENERAL PURPOSE To plan, manage, and coordinate the implementation of technical studies, design, and construction of City facilities and transportation, drainage, water and wastewater infrastructure projects in compliance with the City's master plan, applicable standards, and specifications.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Killeen, TX typically begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships span approximately three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 6,108 mechanical trade professionals in Killeen, TX, with wages averaging around $953 per week. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate of 11% from 2023 to 2033. Aspiring mechanical trade professionals can explore apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often surpassing $100,000 annually for experienced professionals.
