What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Technician position at Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc?
As a Civil Technician at Widseth, you will be involved in working on a variety of innovative and diverse projects. While this role is mainly an AutoCAD position in the office, there may be some field work. If you aspire to be an important player on great projects, this position is for you!
Your focus will be:
- Assisting with design and construction phase activities on site development and municipal projects.
- Working with the civil engineering team to accurately draft information for various projects.
- Performing basic design computations and preliminary layout and design.
- Assisting with project plan and specifications, preparing cost and quantity estimates.
- Construction observation activities may include performing construction staking, documenting activities, measuring, and testing, providing general oversight and interacting with contractors, sub-contractors, residents and staff.
- Focus on detail and quality work under tight schedules.
To be considered for this position you’ll need to meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
- Previous experience in a Civil Engineering Technician role is preferred.
- Must be capable of working in extended outdoor conditions and you must be physically capable of navigating rugged terrain for the purpose of performing the construction observation duties.
- Must have academic experience or on the job experience with AutoCAD. Experience with Civil 3D beneficial.
- Must possess MS office skills including Word and Excel.
- Ability to actively listen to others for understanding of their needs and situations and be a team player.
Widseth provides competitive compensation with our benefits of discretionary annual profit-sharing bonuses, 401(k) and discretionary yearly profit-sharing match, health insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays along with opportunities for professional development.
Recognized by Prairie Business Magazine as one of the 50 Best Places to Work, consider joining the hard working, fun, collaborative, and supportive environment at Widseth where every day we strive to enable our core purpose: Create Value. Inspire Greatness.
EOE/AA
