Highway / Civil Engineer Technician (Entry or Senior)
Benton County, MN Minnesota Lake, MN (Onsite) Full-Time
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Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : MN 56329, MN
Job Type: Full-Time (Non-Union)
Job Number: 2022-R22-1
Department: Public Works / Highway
Division: Public Works Construction
Opening Date: 03/01/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Summary
NOW HIRING!
*** GREAT CET OPPORTUNITY ***
COME JOIN OUR CIVIL ENGINEERING TEAM!
Benton County Is Seeking Qualified Candidates to Fill Positions of Civil Engineer Technician (Entry Level) or Civil Engineering Technician - Senior. Candidates Who Meet the Minimum Qualifications Are Encouraged to Apply Regardless of Skill or Experience Level.
Civil Engineer Technician (Entry Level) - (Grade 7): The 2023 desired hiring wage range for this position will be $26.18 - $28.13 per hour, depending on preferred qualification experience; with a career potential of $35.91 per hour.
Civil Engineering Technician - Senior - (Grade 9): Pay is dependent on preferred qualifications and experience; with a career potential of $39.97 per hour.
Recruitment Efforts for these Positions will be Maintained Until the Positions Are Filled.
• POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides engineering assistance and support to the Public Works Department regarding construction plans, specifications, project designs, surveying, material testing, and construction inspection. (The Senior level position includes bridge safety 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!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Below Descriptions Include Both Those for Civil Engineer Technician (CET) and Civil Engineering Technician - Senior. (CET-Sr)
Civil Engineer Technician - Entry Level
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. Performs utility locates, hydraulic surveys and identification of roadway markings.
Additional Functions
A. Attends trainings as needed.
B. Assists in the preparation of reports, letters, and other documents.
C. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
Civil Engineering Technician - Senior
Additional Essential Functions
A. Performs inspection of construction and bridge projects.
B. Performs bridge safety inspections and bridge monitoring during flood events, acts as team leader as necessary.
Additional Functions A. Attends trainings as needed.
B. Assists Assistant Engineer with training, scheduling, and providing work direction to Engineering Technician staff and seasonal staff.
C. Assists in acquisition of right-of-way.
D. Assists in the preparation of reports, letters, and other documents.
E. Manages projects both preliminary and construction as assigned by the Assistant County Engineer.
F. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
Minimum Qualifications - Training and Experience Required
Civil Engineer Technician - Entry Level
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
A. Associates Degree in civil engineering or related area; or
B. Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Conditions of Employment
A. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
B. Must successfully complete a background check.
C. Obtain and maintain certifications and licensures.
C.1. Must obtain MNDOT certifications within one year of hire.
D. Ability to travel within your daily work assignment.
E. Ability to travel within Minnesota, including extended overnight stays.
F. Ability to work extended, evening and weekend hours as needed.
G. Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.
H. Performs physical/mental demands of the work environment requirements for this position.
I. Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours, and outside regular hours as necessary.
J. Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
K. Must comply with data practices policies and standards relative to not public data. Any access to not public data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that are necessary to fulfill the employment responsibility. While data are being accessed, incumbent should take reasonable measures to ensure the not public data are not accessed by individuals without a work reason. Once the work reason to access the data is reasonably finished the not public data must be properly stored according to county policies and the Minnesota Statutes.
Civil Engineering Technician - Senior
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
A. Two-year Associate/Technical Degree in civil engineering or related area; and
B. Five years relevant work experience; or
C. Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Conditions of Employment - Senior Level C. Obtain and maintain certifications and licensures.
C.1. MNDOT Technical Certifications Required:
C.1.1. Grading & Base Tester and Grading & Base Inspector Certifications.
C.1.2. Aggregate Production Tester, Bituminous Street Inspector, Bituminous Plant Tester / Monitor.
C.1.3. Concrete Field Tester and Concrete Field Inspector Certifications.
C.1.4. Bridge Safety Inspection of In-service Bridges Certification within two years of hire.
C.1.5. Bridge Construction Certification within two years of hire.
C.2. Certifications from the Erosion & Stormwater Management Certification program through the U of M: Construction Installer, Construction Site Manager, SWPPP Design.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Physical Demands and Working Conditions Required
Civil Engineer Technician - Entry Level
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A. 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 carryout organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion.
Civil Engineering Technician - Senior
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A. Substantial knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations relating to highway and bridge 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 limited supervision with general autonomy in determining how objects are achieved.
E. Ability to perform work requiring considerable analytical ability to select, evaluate and interpret data from several sources; interpretation of guidelines, policies and procedures is required.
F. Ability to maintain effective working relationships to carryout organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion.
Civil Engineer Technician - Entry Level
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
A. Work is performed both in the office and in the field. Headaches, eyestrain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury within the office.
B. Environmental conditions include heat, cold, wetness, insect borne illnesses, and other related occupational hazards associated with field work.
C. Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds.
D. This position may be intermittently exposed to offensive language, and threats.
E. This position is under continuous mental effort and stress.
F. This position occasionally performs work under high attention to detail and deadlines.
Civil Engineering Technician - Senior
Physical Demands & Working Conditions A. Work is performed both in the office and in the field. Headaches, eyestrain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury within the office.
B. Environmental conditions include heat, cold, wetness, insect borne illnesses, and other related occupational hazards associated with field work.
C. Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds.
D. This position is exposed to offensive language and threats.
E. This position is continuously exposed to mental effort and stress.
F. This position occasionally performs work under high attention to detail and deadlines.
Hours of Work
A. Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4 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.
Benton County offers an exceptional benefit package including paid time off and holiday pay. Also included in this benefit package is health, preventative dental and life insurance; medical and dependent care reimbursement accounts (Section 125 Plan); deferred compensation plan and Public Employees Retirement (pension). For a more detailed overview of our benefit package,
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I understand that I must thoroughly complete all my answers with regard to education, experience, certificates and licenses and supplemental questions sections of my application. I must support the information I have included in my online application. I also affirm that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the term "full-time" references to a 40-hour work week. I understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. I also understand that any falsification may disqualify me for consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Benton County for up to three years.I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score which may make me ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process.
• Yes, I understand
• No
02
Note the following when responding to questions: One-year full-time experience equals 2,080 hours, or 40 hours per week. Part-time hours must be pro-rated, for instance two years working 20 hours per week equals one-year of full-time experience. Select "Yes" below if you have read and understand this.
• Yes, I understand
• No
03
A valid driver's license is required for this position. Do you possess a valid MN driver's license or are eligible to obtain such license upon offer of employment?
• Yes
• No
04
This position requires a criminal background check. If selected as the final candidate, do you consent to the background investigations related to this position?
• Yes
• No
05
Are you a current permanent employee with Benton County?
• Yes
• No
06
Which best describes your highest level of education earned (education noted must also be reflected in your online application)? Note: Please be sure to mark your highest level of education earned. If you have not yet obtained your college degree but have at least earned a High School diploma or GED, you would mark the option High School diploma/GED, as this would be considered your highest level of education earned. Only mark the option "None of the Above" if you do not have a High School diploma or GED.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent GED
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering (or other 2-Year degree in Civil Technology) or closely related area
• *** Associate degree in Civil Engineering (or other 2-Year degree in Civil Technology) or closely related area (In the process of completing; will have completed upon hire - list graduation date below)
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related area
• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related area
• None of the above
07
If you indicated you have a degree in the previous question, in what area of study is your degree? If no degree, type "none."If you indicated that you "will have completed upon hire" - an associate degree - please list graduation date below.
08
MNDOT Certifications are required within 1-Year of date of hire. Do you currently have any MNDOT Certifications or are willing to obtain such Certifications within 1-Year after employment?
• YES - I currently have MNDOT Certifications
• NO - I do not currently have any MNDOT Certifications, but am WILLING to obtain such Certifications within 1-Year after employment
• I do not have and am NOT able to obtain a MNDOT Certifications within 1-Year of employment
09
Indicate your years of relevant work experience in civil engineering, highway design and/or highway surveying. (experience noted must also be reflected in online application)
• 1 month to less than 1 year of relevant work experience
• 1 to less than 2 years of relevant work experience
• 2 to less than 3 years of relevant work experience
• 3 to less than 4 years of relevant work experience
• 4 to less than 5 years of relevant work experience
• 5 or more years of relevant work experience
• I do not have this experience
10
If you indicated work experience in the previous question, describe your experience with Civil Engineering, Highway Design and/or Highway Surveying, describe the projects, your responsibilities with these projects and which employer it was for. If no experience, type "none".
11
Indicate your years of related work experience with Autodesk Civil 3D and other CAD software.(experience noted must also be reflected in online application)
• 1 month to less than 1 year of relevant work experience
• 1 to less than 2 years of relevant work experience
• 2 to less than 3 years of relevant work experience
• 3 to less than 4 years of relevant work experience
• 4 to less than 5 years of relevant work experience
• 5 or more years of relevant work experience
• I do not have this experience
12
If you indicated work experience in the previous question, describe your experience with Autodesk Civil 3D or other CAD software, describe the projects, your responsibilities with these projects and which employer it was for. If no experience, type "none".
13
Indicate your years of related work experience with Bridge Construction and/or Bridge Safety Inspection.(experience noted must also be reflected in online application)
• 1 month to less than 1 year of relevant work experience
• 1 to less than 2 years of relevant work experience
• 2 to less than 3 years of relevant work experience
• 3 to less than 4 years of relevant work experience
• 4 to less than 5 years of relevant work experience
• 5 or more years of relevant work experience
• I do not have this experience
14
If you indicated work experience in the previous question, describe your experience with Bridge Construction and/or Bridge Safety Inspection. If no experience, type "none".
15
Indicate your years of related work experience with operating survey equipment.(experience noted must also be reflected in online application)
• 1 month to less than 1 year of relevant work experience
• 1 to less than 2 years of relevant work experience
• 2 to less than 3 years of relevant work experience
• 3 to less than 4 years of relevant work experience
• 4 to less than 5 years of relevant work experience
• 5 or more years of relevant work experience
• I do not have this experience
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If you indicated work experience in the previous question, describe your experience with operating survey equipment, describe the projects, your responsibilities with these projects and which employer it was for. If no experience, type "none".
17
Which of the following MnDOT Certifications do you have? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
• Aggregate Production Tester
• Bituminous Plant Tester / Monitor
• Bituminous Street Inspector
• Concrete Field Tester
• Concrete Field Inspector
• Grading & Base Tester
• Grading & Base Inspector
• Construction Installer (Erosion & Stormwater)
• Construction Site Manager (Erosion & Stormwater)
• SWPPP Design (Erosion & Stormwater)
• Bridge Safety Inspection of In-service Bridges
• Bridge Construction Certification
• Other
• I do not have any MNDOT Certifications
18
Certifications: If you marked "OTHER" in the previous question, please indicate what Other Certifications you have. If none, type "N/A".
19
Indicate your years of related work experience in construction inspection, records, and/or material testing you have had on the job.(experience noted must also be reflected in online application)
• 1 month to less than 1 year of relevant work experience
• 1 to less than 2 years of relevant work experience
• 2 to less than 3 years of relevant work experience
• 3 to less than 4 years of relevant work experience
• 4 to less than 5 years of relevant work experience
• 5 or more years of relevant work experience
• I do not have this experience
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Describe your experience with construction inspection, records, and material testing. Be sure to include your employer, the type of projects and your responsibilities. If no experience, type "none".
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Veterans Preference: Veterans preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans and are added to the exam results. Points are awarded subject to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 197.455. YOU MUST SUPPLY A COPY OF YOUR DD214 (Member Copy 4). Disabled veterans must also supply a Summary of Benefits Letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Spouses applying for preference points must supply their marriage certificate, the veteran's DD214 and Summary of Benefits Letter from USDVAFL or death certificate. All required documentation must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on the posted closing date. Are you applying for veteran's preference points?
• NO
• YES - veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge - see MN Stat 197.447
• YES - veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and has a service connected disability
• YES - spouse of a veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and has a service connected disability (the Veteran must also be qualified to apply for the position but their service connected disability restricts them from applying for or performing the job duties)
• YES - spouse of a deceased veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and had a service connected disability
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