As a Civil Engineer within the Caribbean Florida Water Science Center, some of your specific duties will include:
- Conduct field surveys involving measurement of surface water flow, water levels, sediment characteristics and flood profiles.
- Inspect maintain and repair data recorders.
- Perform hydrologic analyses of stream data and hydraulic analysis of structures to ascertain such factors as effects of proposed structures on streams.
- Prepare reports on the findings of investigations and studies.
- Establish discharge ratings at assigned gaging sites, including those related to control structures and flat slopes.
- Utilize established computer programs to make the necessary hydraulic analyses.
- Conduct field surveys of bridge waterway openings, indirect stream-flow measurement sites or flood profiles.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work regularly combines both office and field assignments. Field work requires physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, or recurring and considerable walking, stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, and climbing such as in regular and periodic construction activities and field inspections. Work may also include frequent lifting of moderately heavy items weighing less than 50 pounds. Field assignments may also involve driving motor vehicles to work sites, some of which may be remote, and include overnight stays in remote locations.
WORK ENVIRONMANT:
The work involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks, discomforts, and unpleasantness such as: high noise levels, infectious materials, or toxic or irritating chemicals; travel in safety approved small aircraft and water craft; high winds and low or high temperatures; infestation of dangerous reptiles or poisonous plants, snakes, or insects; adverse weather conditions; noxious fumes; flammable liquids; or radiation. The work involves performing tasks in close proximity to rotating heavy mechanical and electrical machinery and may involve working within confined spaces for extensive periods of time. Special safety precautions such as protective clothing and gear are necessary. Safety precautions and protocols are observed at all times and the incumbent complies with safety instructions and regulations and ensures individual and others' safety by promptly reporting unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and accidents to the supervisor.