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CADD AND GIS TECHNICIAN 1 and 2

City of Milwaukee Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Introduction

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce committed to providing exemplary service to its residents. If you are passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The department may fill positions at the CADD and GIS Technician 1 or 2 level, base upon candidate qualifications and the nature of the assignment.

The names of eligible candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be place on the highest-level eligible list for which they qualify.

Purpose

The CADD and GIS Technician drafts construction plans and updates records related to sewer, green infrastructure, and flood mitigation projects using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.

Essential Functions

ENGINEERING DRAFTING

  • Use MicroStation and GIS software to produce technical drawings for the City and State sewer, green infrastructure, and flood mitigation projects.
  • Compute mathematical calculations such as distance, area, angle, and dimension.

GIS DATA MANAGEMENT

  • Maintain and update City sewer related records.
  • Update engineering quarter sections and perform other mapping functions for environmental engineering.
  • We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

    Conditions of Employment

  • Must be able to perform repetitive motions and lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
  • Minimum Requirements

    CADD and GIS Technician 1 :

  • Successful completion of high school algebra AND high school geometry.
  • CADD and GIS Technician 2 :

  • Two years of full-time civil engineering drafting experience using AutoCAD or MicroStation.
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

    All Positions :

  • The ability to travel independently around the City of Milwaukee by public transportation, walking, biking, or driving.
  • NOTICE : Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates' education as part of the background screening process before extending any job offers.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

    TECHNICAL

  • Ability to learn the City's sewer system infrastructure and functions.
  • Ability to utilize and understand City mapping layers and GIS data sets and understand legal descriptions.
  • Knowledge of mathematical calculations used for drafting and design.
  • Knowledge of construction practices.
  • Skill in updating and maintaining engineering records and engineering databases.
  • Proficiency using standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to produce accurate and detailed plans, drawings, maps, and diagrams for various types of construction projects using CADD and GIS software.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical job-related documents such as construction drawings, utility maps, and specifications.
  • COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL

  • Written communication skills, including the ability to write technical reports and business correspondence.
  • Verbal communication skills in order to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
  • Interpersonal and teamwork skills to be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and colleagues.
  • Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with coworkers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.
  • Ability to provide a high level of professional customer service.
  • CRITICAL THINKING

  • Problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate options and find the best solutions.
  • Planning, organizational, and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize work with varying deadlines and maintain accurate records.
  • Honesty, integrity, and the ability to use City resources responsibly.
  • Current Salary

    CADD and GIS Technician 1

    The current salary range (3PN) is $57,730-$77,225 annually, and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $59,462-$79,542 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

    CADD and GIS Technician 2

    The current salary range (3QN) is $60,616-$83,403 annually, and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $62,435-$85,905 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

    The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following :

  • Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive Wellness Program
  • Onsite Clinic Services
  • Onsite Employee Assistance Program
  • Alternative Work Schedules
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Paid Vacation
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
  • Flexible Spending Arrangement
  • Commuter Value Pass
  • For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit http : / / city.milwaukee.gov / Benefits.

    Selection Process

    THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following : an evaluation of education, experience and / or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

    INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

    Additional Information

  • Applications and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com / MIL.
  • If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
  • The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
  • Conclusion

    EEO = 303

    The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

    Salary : $57,730 - $77,225

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