Engineering Technician II

Salary : $32.97 - $40.08 Hourly

Location : Minneapolis, MN

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2025-00521

Department : Public Works - Trans Engineering & Design

Division : PW Eng Dsn Street Design

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 23 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : CAF

Position Description

Perform paraprofessional civil engineering work and other related duties in the field and office.

Salary :

Anticipated starting salary for this position is : $32.97 - 40.08 / hour, depending on qualifications.

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Job Duties and Responsibilities

Transportation Engineering and Design (Street Design) (2 position)

Assist Engineers and Engineering Technicians in project support and design using OpenRoads Designer. Provide assistance to Engineers and Technicians in various aspects of Capital Project delivery such as cost estimating, field verification and report writing.

Work Conditions :

This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. Typical hours are 7 : 00 am - 3 : 30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Transportation Engineering and Design (Bridge Group) (1 position)

Perform construction contract administration duties including preparation of partial payments and change orders. Provide assistance to Engineers and Technicians in various aspects of Capital Project delivery.

Working Conditions :

Combination of office and field. Typical work hours are 7 : 00 am-3 : 30 pm, and may include overtime, longer weekday. and Saturdays during the construction season. During the construction season, most of the work will be outdoors.

Transportation Engineering and Design (Sidewalk Inspection) (1 position)

Primary duties will be to perform inspection and investigation work related to assigned engineering projects to evaluate conditions of ADA pedestrian ramps, sidewalks, and roadways. Make recommendations for repairs and / or replacement when needed to ensure safety and compliance of existing / proposed infrastructure in the right-of-way. Assist with review and inspection of private development projects in Minneapolis related to the right-of-way. Assist Project Manager and Technicians with data analysis, contract management, and permit review.

Working Conditions :

Combination of office and field. Typical working hours 7 : 00 am - 3 : 30 pm, and may include overtime during the week as needed.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Eighteen months training in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE :

Two years of experience performing similar duties

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS :

Valid Driver's License

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps : a rating of relevant education and experience and / or an oral examination (100%) . It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and / or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Medical Exam

After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes a physical screening.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the ( AFSCME (CAF) ) . For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit the City of Minneapolis website.

Eligible List Statement

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Benefits Summary

Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the

Insurance

Health insurance

Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance

The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance

The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.

Paid time off

Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and

Paid parental leave

City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement

City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

Transportation

Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs :

Learning and development

To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks

Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

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Are you willing and able to occasionally lift items weighing up to 75 pounds?

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Some of these positions will require overtime work during the construction season. Do you understand that you may have to work past your normally scheduled hour during the weekday, and sometimes on the weekends?

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What is your highest level of education completed in Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related field?

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How many years of experience do you have performing civil engineering technician duties such as drafting, surveying, or cost analysis?

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Which of the following software programs do you have experience using in a professional or academic engineering setting? (Check all that apply)

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How much experience do you have performing field work such as surveying, traffic counts, or site inspections?

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Which types of survey equipment have you used in the field? (Check all that apply)

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How would you rate your proficiency in preparing technical reports, drawings, or specifications using computer-based design tools?

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Have you ever provided training, guidance, or direction to other technical staff?

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Have you worked at higher elevations and / or are you comfortable working in such situations (e.g., bridges, scaffolds, boom lifts)?

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Have you worked in confined spaces and / or you comfortable working in such situations (e.g., tunnels, culverts)?

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