Salary: $84,666.00 Annually
Location : Nashville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time Civil Service
Job Number: C06 FY24
Division: Water Services
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Closing Date: 10/31/2026 11:59 PM Central
Position Description Nashville's Metro Water Services is seeking
Engineers-in-Training for a variety of entry level positions. Positions are available in the Development Services, Water/Wastewater Operations, Engineering and Stormwater Divisions and will include entry level professional engineering duties associated with utility plan review; installation and maintenance of water/wastewater infrastructure; and planning and inspection of stormwater municipal infrastructure.
Typical Duties - Reviews subdivision plats, grading, drainage and erosion control plans for compliance.
- Interacts with other engineering professionals, developers, property owners and the public concerning department projects and related issues.
- Performs flow analysis and hydraulic modeling of the water distribution and sewer collection system.
- Assists with preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for sanitary sewer systems, water collection and distribution systems, water and wastewater treatment facilities or stormwater infrastructure.
- Manages design and construction contracts associated with water/sewer infrastructure.
- Conducts field surveys to verify collection data.
- Investigates construction and design problems.
- Evaluates processes and ensures compliance with regulations.
- Develops bid documentations.
- Prepares, reviews and details drawings.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
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No Substitution)LICENSES REQUIREDValid Driver License
Engineer in Training Certification
Any employee appointed to this classification shall obtain such certification within six (6) months from the effective date of his/her appointment as an Engineer in Training.
Failure to meet the certification requirement within a six (6) month period shall result in automatic termination/dismissal.Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government. Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Civil Engineering Degree with concentration in Environmental or Water Resources
- Engineer in Training Certification
- Ability to analyze engineering data
- Knowledge of modeling software
- Knowledge of ARC/GIS products and software
Full-time, Civil Service positions -
10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
1 Sick Day per month
12 Paid Holidays per year
Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -
20 vacation days per year
3 Personal days per year
1 Sick Day per month
12 paid holidays per year
Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.
Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information
Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.01
Have you obtained an Engineer In Training Certification?
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university?
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Do you have a valid Driver License?
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What is the major area of concentration of your engineering degree?
- Civil
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Environmental
- Water Resources
- Other
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Are you certified through ABET ( Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)?
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Briefly describe your working knowledge of ARC/GIS products and software. If none "N/A"
Required Question
