8 engineering jobs found in Cambridge

City of Cambridge ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) creates and coordinates services that enhance the quality of life for Cambridge residents. Driven by the needs of residents, DHSP's extensive services and programs touch almost every sector in the city: from newborns to senior citizens, from school-aged children to homeless families, from non-profit organizations to local employers. ABOUT THE ROLE: The Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP), operated by the Office of Workforce Development (OWD), is a municipal summer employment program serving more than 1000 Cambridge teens year. One of the worksites is the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Career Exploration Program, where a group of six teens spend time at several local STEAM workplaces to learn what is involved in those career pathways. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the STEAM Internship Coordinator, the STEAM Liaison...

City of Cambridge ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform monitoring, operational and maintenance tasks necessary for the proper operation of all aspects of the Walter J. Sullivan Water Purification Facility, remote facilities, and system-wide SCADA network. Independently operate plant and residual system without supervision. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve operational problems during emergency scenarios and scheduled maintenance projects. Perform and coordinate maintenance tasks as necessary to maintain/improve plant operations. Routine contact with contractors, suppliers, internal employees and occasional contact with customers and the public. Perform operational tasks to ensure water quality is maintained at predetermined levels that meet all regulatory requirements. Responsible shift charge for plant operation and maintenance while working alone. Monitor, interpret, report and archive data from the treatment plant and distribution SCADA systems....

City of Cambridge ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Public Works is a 250-person department of professional, technical, administrative and labor service employees, committed to providing dependable, high-quality services; developing a safe, healthy, livable environment; supporting and developing the work force; engaging the community and providing excellent customer service; and planning for a sustainable future. The Assistant Commissioner for Operations is a key member of the leadership team at Public Works. The Assistant Commissioner reports to the Commissioner and oversees eight operational divisions and functions for the department: Streets & Sewer Maintenance, Parks, Urban Forestry, Buildings, Solid Waste, Vehicle Maintenance, Cemetery, and Electrical. Operational Division Heads for these eight divisions report directly to the Assistant Commissioner, and the Assistant Commissioner has delegated supervisory responsibility across the department. The ideal...

City of Cambridge ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) implements the City's enforcement program related to the Massachusetts State Building Code, the City Zoning Ordinance, and portions of the State Sanitary Code. ISD prides itself on delivering excellent customer service and using enforcement as a tool to promote the health and safety of the Cambridge community. Over 80% of greenhouse gas emissions in Cambridge comes from buildings. ISD ensures that new building construction and major renovations are energy efficient, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prepare for and adapt to the effects of climate change, and support best practices for overall environmental performance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general supervision of the Building Commissioner or Assistant Building Commissioner or Manager of Building Inspections, processes building permit applications and examines and approves plans for new buildings/structures,...

City of Cambridge ABOUT THE WATER DEPARTMENT: The Cambridge Water Department (CWD) is a municipally owned and operated water utility, responsible for the treatment and delivery of water to the residents of Cambridge and the preservation, protection, and management of the City's watershed and its two reservoirs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Water meter installation: Repair or replacement of water meters Install and program Meter Transmitter Units (MTU) in public, private, institutional, or industrial establishments Troubleshoot water meters and MTUs when necessary Inspect water piping Perform accuracy testing on removed water meters Turn on and shutoff water as required Customer Service: Investigate high water bills Investigate problems/complaints as well as investigate potential leaks at customer's property Schedule appointments with customers, prepares reports Verify exception reports, account numbers, MTU serial numbers and...

City of Cambridge Explanation of Labor Service Job Type can be found on the City of Cambridge Human Resource Department's website under Tips & FAQs ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Superintendent of Streets, cleans out sludge, trash, and muck from sewers; removes lids or grating, climbs down into catch basins and removes and disposes of solid substances from sewer and removes such substances from all parts of the sewer and water systems. Operates pick-up trucks, dump trucks, and panel trucks with a rated capacity of 26,001 pounds; passenger automobiles; sidewalk plows and sweepers; small tractors, bulldozers, and rollers. Loads and unloads trucks; picks up and hauls materials; transports personnel; plows and sands sidewalks; greases, oils, and cleans motor equipment; changes the tires and performs minor maintenance. Reports any defects and adjustments needed for safe operation of equipment. Performs other unskilled or semi-skilled duties in...

City of Cambridge Explanation of Labor Service Job Type can be found on the City of Cambridge Human Resource Department's website under Tips & FAQs ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Working Supervisor and reporting to the Fleet Manager performs skilled repair and maintenance of motor equipment; inspects and troubleshoots gasoline and diesel internal combustion engine-powered vehicles and other engine-powered equipment; does tune-ups; repairs electrical systems; adjusts brakes and clutches; adjusts or replaces carburetors; does front-end work such as wheel alignment; removes and replaces clutches and transmissions; removes and disassembles diesel and gasoline engines; replaces faulty or work parts; grinds valves; performs engine overhauls; performs auto body work and related welding and metal working duties. May also perform preventive maintenance tasks such as lubrication and replacing oil filters and other similar duties. Also...

City of Cambridge ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain the Department's Cross Connection Plan: Review and update the cross-connection plan documents Supervise cross connection education for customers Conduct Cross Connection Surveys according to Mass DEP regulations: Ensure all commercial locations are surveyed Conduct new location surveys Ensure all resurveys are conducted Manage and Supervise Backflow Device Testing: Ensure all devices are tested according to Mass DEP regulations Ensure all device retests are preformed within the required timeframe Issue Backflow Permits: Review and Approve backflow permits Inspect final backflow installations Ensure all new device installations are forwarded to the contract backflow test vendor for testing Manage Hydrant Meter Distribution: Issue hydrant meter permits using the on-line request system Process returned meters Inspect all hydrant meters in the field monthly Manage Fire Pump...