New 
Engineering Aide (PDF)
 Town of Lexington | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Lexington | |
| 1625 Massachusetts Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Feb 10, 2026 | |
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Town of Lexington We are currently accepting applications for the following part-time (25hrs/wk) position: Engineering Aide Department of Public Works Anticipated Hourly Range: $30.47 - $34.77 with excellent benefits The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form must be received in the Town's Human Resource Department. This position is open until filled Summary Performs engineering tasks for Department of Public Works/Engineering department. Reviews and approves building and issues engineering permits. Oversees and enforces Town specifications. Reviews credentials and licenses of new contractors. Updates websites, including posting construction progress, road closures and schedules, Town policy, and infrastructure issues. Ensures compliance with Massachusetts DEP. Monitors and tracks private projects. Performs all other related work, as required. Essential Functions The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. * Reviews and approves building permits. Reviews, approves, and issues Engineering permits. Oversees and enforces Town specifications. Maintains Engineering permit portal, including changing, editing, and adding applications. Reviews credentials and provides licenses to new contractors. * Updates websites, including posting construction progress, road closures, schedules, Town policy, and infrastructure issues. * Ensures compliance with Massachusetts DEP permitting. * Monitors and tracks private projects. Communicates project updates to customers, via email, website and social media. Sets up and attends project meetings. * Provides and coordinates communication to residents and businesses on major capital projects. * Attends meetings on projects. Administers and provides support materials for projects. * Communicates with department staff. * Meets with builders to review requests and concerns. * Responds to questions and requests for information, including Public Records Requests. * Researches records and plans for residents, external engineers, and surveyors. * Conducts research on Middlesex Registry of Deeds, examining the history of property. * Manages Engineering records. * Communicates with the Secretary of the Commonwealth on records retention regulations. * Manages and deposits revenue from permits. Reconciles and submits cash turnover report. * Participates in personnel decisions, including interviewing job applicants. * Continues education and career development by participation in association events. * Reads and interprets Town Bylaws. Writes proposal to change bylaws. Writes and reviews Town policy for accreditation. * Provides training on VPC Opengov. software, records retention, and the department's organizational plans. * Performs other similar or related duties, as required or as situation dictates. Supervision Supervision Scope: Performs varied and responsible functions requiring a technical working knowledge of departmental operations and the exercise of judgment and initiative, particularly in situations not clearly defined by precedent or established procedures. Supervision Received: Works under the broad supervision of the Town Engineer, following department rules, regulations and policies; duties require the ability to plan and perform operations and independently complete assigned tasks, according to prescribed time schedules. Supervision Given: None. Recommended Minimum Qualifications Education, Training and Experience Associates degree or equivalent, plus 5+ years of experience in a municipality or Civil Engineering firm or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience are required. Computer literacy is required. FE or PE is preferred. Ability to operate CAD is preferred. Public speaking experience is highly desirable. Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is preferred. Special Requirements: Valid Massachusetts Driver's license is required. Knowledge: Familiarity with Civil Engineering practices. Knowledge and ability to read and generate design plans. Knowledge of administrative office practices and procedures. Knowledge of project management. Knowledge of financial record keeping. Familiarity with town government. Knowledge or ability to learn new technology quickly. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations required for department operations. Knowledge of mathematical functions to handle money and assign counts to deposits. Knowledge to reconcile on-line payments. Knowledge of budgeting and accounting. Knowledge to conduct thorough reviews of contractor's backgrounds. Advanced and broad knowledge of technical aspects of Contractors' services. Knowledge to determine impacts of developments, including flooding concerns. Ability: Ability to field questions and administer capital municipal Civil Engineering projects, including utilities, buildings, paving and road projects. Ability to read and interpret legal documents. Ability to interact appropriately and tactfully with customers. Ability to develop and demonstrate an understanding of regulations. Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records. Ability to learn and explain Department regulations, rules, policies, and procedures. Ability to work independently. Ability to follow detailed timetables. Ability to multi- task. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Skills: Proficient customer service and organization skills. Proficient written and verbal communication skills. Excellent presentation skills. Proficient computer skills with MS Office Suite applications. Proficient skills with new and existing computer and software applications supporting departmental operations, including GIS, database management programs, permitting systems, and website editing. Job Environment * Work is performed in office environment. Work is performed occasionally in outdoor weather conditions, in very loud to moderate noise levels, working in high, precarious places, with fumes or airborne particles present, and working near moving mechanical parts. Work is subject to fluctuations, and administrative deadlines. Work is conducted in an environment of competing priorities. * Operates computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment. * The employee has constant contact with the public, contractors, and utility companies. * The employee has access to confidential information. * Errors could result in delays or loss of service, monetary loss, injuries to other employees, and legal ramifications. Physical Requirements The physical demands described 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, communicate, or hear, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently the employee is required to stand, climb or balance, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally the employee is required to walk, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds. The employee seldom must lift and/or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds. Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision are required. Vision and hearing at or correctable to normal ranges is necessary. This position requires the ability to operate a keyboard at efficient speed. This position requires the ability to operate an automobile. This 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 requirements of the job change. Pay Equity/Equal Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer APPLICATION PROCESS All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Internet at www.lexingtonma.gov, emailing jobs@lexingtonma.gov, calling (781) 698-4590 or by visiting the Human Resources Department. Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information, but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required application form. Pre-employment physical including drug screening is a condition of employment. The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or accept applications after the deadline, to best serve the interest of the community. After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application. Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Human Resources Department. Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the: Human Resources Department Town of Lexington 1625 Massachusetts Avenue Lexington, MA 02420 (781) 698-4590 | |