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Civil Engineer Technician IV

Benton County
MN 56329, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025
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Benton County is seeking qualified candidates to fill full-time Civil Engineer Technician positions. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for a CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN IV position are encouraged to apply regardless of skill or experience level.

PLEASE NOTE:
We have FOUR ACTIVE POSTINGS listed below and are looking to hire 3 candidates. Successful candidates may be at any of the 4 career-ladder levels. Please take the time to review each posting and the Minimum Qualifications for each position level and Apply within the posting that Best Fits Your education, experience, and abilities.

Each Civil Engineer Technician Grade Level has 11 Wage Steps; Listed below are the Min and Max for each.
  • CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN I - Grade 7 - Minimum Step 1 $27.57 - Maximum Step 11 $37.82
  • CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN II - Grade 8 - Minimum Step 1 $28.95 - Maximum Step 11 $39.71
  • CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN III - Grade 9 - Minimum Step 1 $30.69 - Maximum Step 11 $42.10
  • CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN IV - Grade 10 - Minimum Step 1 $32.38 - Maximum Step 11 $44.41

We are excited to offer further career advancement within our Civil Engineer Technician positions with our NEWLY created CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN SENIOR level. The Civil Engineer Technician Senior level is not currently posted BUT if an applicant were to FULLY Meet the Minimum Requirements - MQs for the position, the Senior level could be discussed. To learn more about the Senior level and what is required for the Minimum Qualifications/Training and Experience, CLICK HERE to be directed to the CET SENIOR job description.

FOR EXAMPLE:
To Meet the Minimum Requirements for the CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN IV, position ALL applicants MUST...
A. Completion of an approved 2-year highway/civil engineering technology, drafting, or land surveying program; and
B. 4 years of relevant work experience; OR 6 years of relevant work experience; OR
C. Equivalent combination of education and experience.
D. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
E. Must successfully complete a background check.
F. Obtain and maintain certifications and licensures.
    F.1. Must have and maintain MnDOT Technical Certifications: Aggregate Production Tester, Grading & Base Tester and Inspector, Bituminous Street Inspector, and Concrete Field Tester. Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program through U of M: Construction Installer, Construction Site Manager.
    F.2. Must have and maintain MnDOT Technical Certifications of Concrete Field Inspector, Bituminous Plant Tester/Monitor, and Bridge Construction Inspector. Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification through U of M: Design of Construction SWPPP.

Recruitment efforts for this position will continue until the role is successfully filled. The initial application pull for evaluation is scheduled for Tuesday, February 24th, 2025.

Position Summary
Provides engineering assistance and support to the Public Works Department regarding construction plans, specifications, project designs, surveying, material testing, and construction inspection.

WORK LOCATION:
The work location for this position is in Benton County in the City of Foley Minnesota. Candidates will be required to physically report to their work location each scheduled day.  Work is performed both in the office and in the field.

CLICK HERE To Be Directed to The Public Works / Highway Page on Our Website!  Here You Will Learn More About the Benton County Public Works / Highway Department.  View Items such as The Mission Statement, 5-Year Plan, And Upcoming Construction Projects!  
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions
A. Assists with planning, development and implementation of highway design and construction projects.
    A.1. Performs staking, surveying, drafting, and design work ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
    A.2. Performs inspection of construction projects.
    A.3. Performs computer-aided design and specifications.
    A.4. Performs engineering computations and engineering estimates.
    A.5. Coordinates projects with federal, state, and local entities and jurisdictions.
    A.6. Inspects and documents construction activities, quantities, and material quality.
    A.7. Performs compliance tests for soils, aggregates, bituminous, concrete, etc.
    A.8. Monitors and inspects projects’ progress and methods ensuring specifications are met and local, state, and federal guidelines, standards, and laws are followed.
    A.9. Prepares final records and closes out contracts on construction projects.
    A.10. Assists with construction project management.
B. Assists with MPCA MS4 annual inspections and permit requirements.
C. Operates GPS and Survey systems.
D. Creates construction plans.
E.  Assists with training and mentoring other staff.
F. Performs utility locates, hydraulic surveys, and identification of roadway markings.

Additional Functions
A. Attend trainings as needed.
B. Assists in the preparation of reports, letters, and other documents.
C. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
A. Completion of an approved 2-year highway/civil engineering technology, drafting, or land surveying program; and
B. 4 years of relevant work experience; OR 6 years of relevant work experience; OR
C. Equivalent combination of education and experience.
D. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
E. Must successfully complete a background check.
F. Obtain and maintain certifications and licensures.
    F.1. Must have and maintain MnDOT Technical Certifications: Aggregate Production Tester, Grading & Base Tester and Inspector, Bituminous Street Inspector, and Concrete Field Tester. Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program through U of M: Construction Installer, Construction Site Manager.
    F.2. Must have and maintain MnDOT Technical Certifications of Concrete Field Inspector, Bituminous Plant Tester/Monitor, and Bridge Construction Inspector. Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification through U of M: Design of Construction SWPPP.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A. Significant working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations relating to highway construction.
B. The ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have strong positive public relations skills.
C. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
D. Ability to handle a variety of tasks under moderate supervision within standard operating procedures.
E. Ability to perform varied work requiring moderate analytical ability.
F. Ability to maintain effective working relationships to carry out organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion.
G. The ability to travel in with your daily work assignment.
H. Ability to travel within Minnesota, including extended overnight stays.
I. Ability to work extended, evening and weekend hours as needed.
J. Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.
K. Performs physical/mental demands of the work environment requirements for this position.
L. Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours, and outside regular hours, as necessary.
M. Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
N. Must comply with data practices policies and standards relative to private data. Any access to private data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that is necessary to fulfill the employment responsibility. While data is being accessed, employee should take reasonable measures to ensure the private data is not accessed by individuals without a work reason. Once the work reason to access the data is finished the private data must be properly stored according to county policies and the Minnesota Statutes.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions
A. Work is performed both in the office and in the field.
B. Headaches, eyestrain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury within the office.
C. Environmental conditions include heat, cold, wetness, insect-borne illnesses, and other related occupational hazards associated with fieldwork.
D. Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds.
E. This position may be intermittently exposed to offensive language and threats.
F. This position is under continuous mental effort and stress.
G. This position occasionally performs work under high attention to detail and deadlines.

Hours of Work
A. Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Equipment Utilized
A. Office equipment, computer, pickup truck, and engineering equipment.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The County Board, County Administrator, or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.

Benton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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