NEOGOV · 1 week ago
CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III
Cambridge, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$34.12/hr - $44.07/hr
6+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician III to work in the Highway Department of Isanti County. The role involves performing civil engineering work in surveying, roadway design, and construction observation, while supervising lower-level technicians and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
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Responsibilities
Collects information using survey equipment and practices, maps and records; prepares construction plans for public meetings
Performs roadway design work; analyzes and uses collected information in the preparations of construction plans using required and accepted engineering standards and methods
Assists in the acquisition of right-of-ways and easements for construction projects; meets with landowners and discuss impact of projects specifics; witnesses and notarizes legal documents for land acquisitioning
Oversees and supervises preliminary construction tasks; operates survey equipment for preliminary survey and construction purposes; performs mathematical calculations to maintain horizontal and vertical control
Establishes grades, elevations, locations, alignments, and limits for construction projects; performs inspection work by visually and physically monitoring construction projects to provide and record accurate accountability of all construction methods, materials used, and monies paid, in accordance with governing rules and specifications
Performs Wetland Mitigation/Bridge Safety Inspections; prepares necessary field work, drafting, calculations to satisfy federal, state and local permit requirements; performs accurate and in-depth inspection of all County bridges to comply with federal and state requirements to ensure structures are safe and sound for the public
Attends required courses and classes to maintain necessary certifications; keeps current on all new methods, requirements, and standards to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
Assists in teaching and training other civil engineering technician staff in construction observation, survey, design, and other job-related elements
Serves as project representative and assists with directing contractor activities and operations; monitors and verifies local and state specifications are being met
Manage and collect field data on signs, culverts, bridges, and roads using GIS for asset tracking and planning
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field — or equivalent combination of education and experience
6–10+ years of progressively responsible experience in highway design, construction inspection, and plan preparation
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for plan development
Proficiency in ArcGIS Collector or Field Maps for field data collection
Proficiency in Trimble GPS or total station equipment with standard practices of surveying
Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu for electronic plan markups
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry, design development, and quantity calculations
Must possess and maintain a valid Class D Driver's License
Knowledge of the principles, practices and instruments used in civil engineering and drafting
Knowledge of surveying principals, metrics, algebra, geometry and trigonometry
Knowledge of road and bridge construction methods, materials and inspection
Knowledge of manual and computer aided drafting
Knowledge of sampling and testing procedures of materials
Knowledge of the County Road system, political boundaries and County operations
Knowledge of Federal, State and County specifications, special provisions and O.S.H.A. and environmental standards
Ability to perform difficult technical computations
Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others
Ability to effectively communicate, and coordinate projects
Ability to work in weather extremes such as heat, humidity, cold, wet and dust
Ability to work on rough, wet, slippery and steep terrain
Ability to work around heavy construction equipment and highway traffic
Ability to operate survey and inspection equipment
Ability to compile, check, and apply survey and plan data to the design and construction of projects
Ability to maintain engineering records and prepare the necessary reports
Ability to obtain all certifications required by the State and this position
Ability to inspect construction and maintenance projects
Ability to work long hours and make appropriate decisions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, contractors, engineering personnel, environmental agencies, landowners, law enforcement representatives, utility companies, and the general public
Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance
Preferred
Minnesota Department of Transportation (DOT) Aggregate Production, Bituminous Plant Level I, Bituminous Street Level I and II, Bridge Construction Level I, Concrete Field Level I and II, Concrete Plant Level I, Grading and Base certifications upon hire
May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental assignment
Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for this position
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
Life insurance (basic coverage for yourself plus optional voluntary coverage)
Long-term disability insurance
Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick, and personal leave
12 paid holidays per year
Deferred compensation plans
Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) contributions from both employer and employee
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Wellness Program
Company
NEOGOV
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