Civil Engineering Technician I or II - Engineering

City of Ankeny; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Ankeny seeks a Civil Engineering Technician I or II to support public infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include surveying, materials testing, and preparing engineering plans. Applicants should have an AAS in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent experience. A valid Iowa driver's license is required. The role offers a starting salary of $35.15 - $43.13 per hour with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Vacation and Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Paid Holidays

Health/Dental/Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Defined Benefits Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Entry-level knowledge of public works and civil engineering principles.
• Basic knowledge of CAD, GIS, and surveying principles.

Responsibilities

• Performs topographic surveys, construction staking, and materials testing.
• Prepares engineering plans and cost estimates for public infrastructure projects.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints from residents and contractors.

Skills

Communication

Cooperation

Education

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

Civil Engineering Technician I or II - Engineering

The City of Ankeny is seeking applicants for the fulltime position of Civil Engineering Technician I or II - Engineering within the Public Works Department. Under general supervision, performs topographic survey, construction staking, construction observation, and materials testing for public infrastructure projects; prepares engineering plans and cost estimates for public infrastructure projects via field data collection and computer software utilization; coordinates, reviews, and issues private utility permits; responds to inquiries and complaints from citizens and contractors; and performs related work as required.

Starting salary is $35.15 - 43.13 per hourdepending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits.

The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Vacation and Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
Defined Benefits Pension Plan Through IPERS
Deferred Compensation Plan
Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
Longevity Pay

Deadline to apply is Sunday, June 1, 2025. Please apply online at www.AnkenyIowa.gov/jobs . Interested candidates must complete an application online and attach a current resume and cover letter. Pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check required.

To advance in the hiring process, you must pass a basic skills exam to be administered to all qualified applicants. Additional information will be emailed on Monday, June 2, 2025. Check your email (and junk email) for testing information. Contact HR if you do not receive the testing information on 06/02/2025.

• Performs topographic survey, construction staking, construction observation, and materials testing for public infrastructure projects in accordance with the contract documents.
• Gathers both field and office data to assist in determining the locations for the City’s annual pedestrian ramp, pavement preservation, patching, and reconstruction projects.
• Attends preconstruction meetings, weekly construction meetings, and project walkthrough meetings for capital improvement projects.
• Maintains project field books, performs field measurements, quantifies bid items, and prepares payment applications and change orders.
• Prepares engineering plans and cost estimates for public infrastructure projects including street and utility improvements in accordance with Statewide Urban Design and Specifications (SUDAS) and City of Ankeny standards and codes.
• Participates in the in-house engineering design and preparation of construction documents for capital improvement projects including plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bidding documents.
• Leads or assists with the work activities for the City’s record drawings repository, including the filing and archiving of digital and paper copies of as-built construction plans for the City’s capital improvement program (CIP) projects.
• Coordinates the review and approval process for private utility installations, repairs, and/or relocations, issues City permits and approval packets, and collects applicable permit fees.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints from residents, businesses, and contractors regarding public infrastructure improvements, completes on-site investigations, and acts as the City’s representative.

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Civil Engineering Technology, or related field; or have an equivalent amount of related work experience substituted at the rate of two (2) years of experience for one (1) year of education.

Shall possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the State of Iowa.

Entry-level knowledge of modern principles and practices of public works, civil engineering, and municipal utilities operations and maintenance. Basic knowledge of computer aid drafting (CAD), geographic information systems (GIS), and surveying principles. Ability to communicate and cooperate with co-workers, contractors, and the general public.

REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I
Shall possess the following certifications (or be able to obtain within six (6) months from hire):

• Iowa DOT – Level I Portland Cement Concrete (PCC)
• Iowa DOT – Aggregate Technician

CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II
Shall have a minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Civil Engineering Technician I (or comparable position) along with the above required certifications of the Technician I and possess the following certifications (or be able to obtain within six (6) months from hire):

• Iowa DOT – Level II Portland Cement Concrete (PCC)

• Iowa DOT – Level I Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA)

Working Conditions:

• Works in both a typical office and construction field environment.
• Is periodically called during off-hours to respond to citizen and construction related inquires.
• Climbs and walks over uneven terrain.
• Required to work in adverse weather conditions for a period of time.

About the company

The City of Ankeny, Iowa, USA official local government website.