Civil Engineering - Technician/Surveyor

Cass County Government; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement program

Deferred compensation

Flexible benefits

4x10 summer schedule

No overnight travel

Job summary

Cass County Government in North Dakota seeks a Civil Engineering/Survey support role. The salary range is $55,261 to $77,894 with potential for higher starting pay and growth. High School Diploma required; Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology preferred.

The role includes assisting in road, bridge and drainage design, data collection, drafting with AutoCAD Civil 3D, estimating quantities, and supporting construction inspection. Strong computer and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in surveying or construction field.
• Computer skills and working knowledge of typical software.
• Effective communication in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project prep and design for roads, bridges, and drainage.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D drafting of construction plans and survey plats.
• Estimate project quantities and costs.
• Assist in construction inspection and QA activities.
• Prepare county highway maps and update infrastructure databases.
• Coordinate office activities and prepare reports and bids.
• Perform field measurements and documentation as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Public relations

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

ANNUAL SALARY:$55,261 - $77,894 *Experience may justify higher starting pay. Additional salary growth available through regular increases within the classification up to $77,894

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE NEEDED: High School Diploma (Required) and Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology (Preferred). One or more years of previous experience in the surveying or construction field. Working knowledge of computers. Ability to communicate effectively in a professional environment. Effective public relations skills and the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others.

DESIRED/PREFERRED: Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office; AutoCAD Civil 3D, Geographic Information Systems G.I.S. and related software; Testing of Bituminous Pavement and Aggregates; Construction Surveying.

JOB DUTIES

Assist in project preparation and design activities on in-house road, bridge, and drainage project designs. Activities include but are not limited to:

• Collect survey data from topography such as location of physical objects direct elevations, cross sections, etc.
• Stake grades and control, and verify staking and layout with construction plans
• AutoCAD Civil 3D drafting of construction plans and survey plats
• Estimate project quantities and costs
• Document research

Assist in construction inspection, quality assurance, and project safety as related to compliance with contract administrative requirements. Activities include but are not limited to:

• Receive and verify material quantities as construction materials are delivered and installed on the construction site
• Ensure work and materials comply with specifications and applicable standards
• Perform sample and material test for bituminous materials and aggregates
• Conduct field measurements and documentation of quantities as required by the contract
• Perform Office administrative activities, including check of quantities and documentation, reports for progress and payment, and check of payrolls, etc.

Work independently and with staff to coordinate general office activities and the day to day operation of the department. Activities include but are not limited to:

• Prepare County highway maps
• Prepare and update infrastructure databases
• Work with GIS systems
• Perform Highway and bridge inspections
• Assist in preparation of technical reports and bid documents; research and respond to routine inquiries from the general public

JOB BENEFITS: This position includes salary with overtime pay, 10 paid holidays, as well as a very competitive benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, deferred compensation program, retirement program, and flexible benefits program. The options available for the 2026 plan year are described at https://www.casscountynd.gov/our-county/administration/employee-benefits-summary

Other benefits of this job include four - 10 hour work weeks during the summer and fall months pending work load, no overnight travel, home every night, and a great work atmosphere with small office feel.

CASS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AT WILL EMPLOYER

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Associates or better in Civil Engineering.

Experience

Required

1 year:

One or more years of previous experience in the surveying or construction field.

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