ASSISTANT MECHANICAL ENGINEER TRAINEE 1034

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under direct supervision, an employee in this class receives training while assisting in the performance of mechanical engineering work for projects and regulatory programs. Work involves the application of engineering skills and knowledge to mechanical engineering projects in connection with the investigation, design, construction, alteration and maintenance of plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other mechanical equipment in County facilities. Work is performed under the supervision of a Mechanical Engineer who assigns, inspects, and reviews the work. The term of this traineeship is one (1) year. Appointees who successfully complete their traineeship, and who are eligible for advancement may be appointed to Assistant Mechanical Engineer without further examination. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in the preparation of plans, specifications and estimates for the construction or alteration of plumbing, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems in County facilities;

Assists in the review of the plans, specifications and estimates of the mechanical systems prepared by consulting engineers;

Inspects work being performed by contractors or County personnel on the alteration, construction and maintenance of plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other mechanical equipment in County facilities and recommends revision or acceptance of the work;

Performs field surveys of existing mechanical equipment for the use in alteration and construction planning or for the use in preparation of maintenance procedures.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices used in building construction; good knowledge of applicable rules and regulatory codes relevant to the alteration and construction of plumbing, heating, ventilating or air conditioning systems in facilities; good knowledge of construction plans and specifications for plumbing, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems in facilities; ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions; ability to perform difficult technical computations; ability to make difficult technical drawings; ability to read and interpret construction plans; ability to establish and maintain effective working conditions with others; ability to supervise in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; or

b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and four (4) years of experience in the design and/or installation of mechanical systems and equipment; or

c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of a) and b).

12/01/05

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive