Engineering Technician II

Salary : $83,428.80 - $104,270.40 Annually

Location : Central Maintenance Facility - Apple Valley, MN

Job Type : Full-Time Regular

Job Number : 2025-00077

Department : Public Works

Division : Engineering

Opening Date : 10 / 14 / 2025

Closing Date : 12 / 1 / 2025 12 : 00 PM Central

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible for preparing construction plan sets and administration of construction activities associated with Public Works infrastructure projects under the supervision of the City Engineer. Performs and coordinates data collection, construction observation, material testing, surveying, record plans and public information duties during the construction phase for City projects. Must be available for extended work days, call back and shift schedule changes during construction season.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uses AutoCad Civil 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to produce construction drawings, compute alignments and grades, quantities and other information necessary for a comprehensive set of plans for the construction of streets, utilities, water resources or other engineering related projects.
• Plans and organizes work programs related to construction projects within the Public Works department for installation of streets, water mains, sanitary sewers, storm drainage systems, sidewalks, trails, fiber optic, pump stations, and water resources infrastructure.
• Performs construction observation on all types of infrastructure projects to ensure that construction is consistent with project specifications, plans, and codes.
• Performs or coordinates testing on materials used in construction projects and oversees tests performed by contractors for conformance to specifications.
• Coordinates construction surveying activities with survey crew. Prepares survey stakeout files for construction survey crews.
• Maintains complete daily and weekly work records and prepares monthly estimates of quantities for contractor payments.
• Performs necessary measurements and maintains complete records for accurate as-built drawings.
• Acts as liaison to contractor and the public to provide information and solve problems.
• Communicates with property owners about construction projects and keeps them informed of the status of projects. Answers questions about schedules and potential impacts to property.
• Manages the City's right-of-way ordinance and permitting process. Works with private utility companies on repair and placement of utilities in City right-of-way and easements.
• Coordinates project activities with other City departments and government agencies.
• Performs other duties consistent with the tasks of the position as may be assigned by the City.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements :

Concrete Field : Level I

Preferred Qualifications :

Concrete Field : Level II

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

Regular, full-time employees of the City of Apple Valley are eligible for a benefits package.

Annual Leave . Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, or personal leave. Accrues each pay period. 15 days per year for first 5 years of employment.

Holidays . Paid time off on 12 designated holidays plus 1 personal floating holiday per year.

Insurance . Employer-paid employee health, dental, and life insurance. Dependent coverage available.

Disability . Income replacement insurance for short and long term disability, if unable to work due to illness or injury. Subject to waiting periods and medical confirmation of disability.

Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Pension plan . State mandated pension plan. Employee and Employer contributions. Members are vested in the plan after 3 years.

Deferred Compensation Plan (457). Income set aside on a pre-tax basis for the purpose of retirement income. Investments are participant-directed. Participation is optional and the City does not contribute to the plan.

Flexible Spending Arrangements. Tax-free reimbursement accounts for health care and daycare expenses.

EAP. Free Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees, family, and household members.

Wellness & Fitness . Free on-campus fitness room featuring cardio and weight machines, free weights and kettle bells, open mat space and more. Shower and locker rooms also on site. Wellness programs and fitness classes offered.

Payroll Automatic Deposit. Payroll checks are automatically deposited into your designated checking and / or savings account(s) each bi-weekly payday.

This summary highlights certain benefits available through the City of Apple Valley. Benefits may differ based on union contracts for employees represented by a collective bargaining unit. If there are any differences between benefits as described in this summary and the legal plan documents or contracts, the plan documents or contracts shall govern. This summary is for information only and is subject to change or revocation without notice. This summary shall not constitute a contract or guarantee, express or implied.

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The City of Apple Valley awards veterans' preference points to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans in accordance with Minnesota State Statute 197.447. Are you requesting Veteran's Preference Points for this position? If so, please select your Veterans status and assure you have attached a copy of your DD-214 and / or documentation verifying your service-connected disability rating if you are deemed a disabled veteran, as defined in state statute, to your application.

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Indicate your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office software, such as Word and Excel :

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Do you have work experience in local government?

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Do you have a valid driver's license and good driving record?

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What best describes your degree in a related field?

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Do you have an Associate's degree in civil engineering technology, construction management, or related field?

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Do you have at least two years of experience administering construction contracts, construction inspections, material testing and record plans for projects totaling a minimum of $5 million in construction costs?

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Do you have proficiency in the use of AutoCad Civil 3D software?

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What best describes the number of years you have administering contracts?

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What best describes the number of years of experience working in AutoCad Civil 3D?

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What best describes the Level you have obtained for Concrete Field, Grading & Base and Bituminous Street certifications?

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What best describes your number of years of experience working in construction inspections?

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Which of the following certifications do you currently have (please select all that apply)?

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Which of the following certifications do you currently have (please select all that apply)?

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If you don't have all of these certifications do you have the ability to obtain them in 12 months?

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Do you have experience preparing plans for municipal improvement projects?

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