Engineering Technician

St. Cloud State University; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of St. Cloud is accepting applications for an Engineering Technician I or II. The Engineering Department performs advanced technical civil engineering work including design, plan preparation, construction administration, construction inspection, topographic survey, and field staking of public infrastructure improvements.

The applicant works independently under supervision on a full-time basis. The position offers outdoor work in warmer months and indoor work in colder months, supporting

Responsibilities

• Design roadway and public utility improvements by establishing line and grade and developing cross-sections.
• Preparation of bidding documents for public roadway, trail and utility improvements.
• Gathering topographic field survey and developing surface terrain model of existing conditions.
• Providing field construction control and stakes to contractors.
• Construction administration and on-site inspection to ensure conformance with plans and standards.
• Record keeping, pay voucher development and other documentation for municipal/state/federal aid projects.
• Prepare preliminary designs, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates and engineering reports for capital improvement planning.

Job description

The City of St. Cloud is accepting applications for an Engineering Technician. The Engineering Technician I and Engineering Technician II positions work as part of the Engineering Department team performing advanced technical civil engineering work focused on design, plan preparation, construction administration, construction inspection, topographic survey, and construction field staking of public infrastructure improvements. Work is performed independently under the general supervision of a professional engineer or an administrative superior. The position is full-time and allows the opportunity to work outside in the warmer months and inside during the colder months, and to be a part of the project team for public infrastructure projects of all sizes. The successful applicant may fill the position as either an Engineering Technician I or Engineering Technician II based on their prior experience and technical certifications.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Designing roadway and public utility improvements by establishing line and grade and developing cross-sections.
• Preparation of bidding documents for public roadway, trail and utility improvements.
• Gathering topographic field survey and developing surface terrain model of existing conditions.
• Providing field construction control and stakes as needed to provide contractor with information required to construct public improvements.
• Construction administration and on-site job inspection to ensure that all work is constructed in conformance with the plans and specifications and industry standards.
• Record keeping, pay voucher development and other documentation and reports associated with municipal state aid and/or federal aid funded projects.
• Complete preliminary designs, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates and prepare engineering reports and related studies to assist in the planning and implementation of public works capital improvement plan.

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Benefits:

The city is proud to provide a competitive healthcare package which includes single insurance premiums covered 100% by the employer and family covered 90%. The 2026 Family health insurance premiums are valued at an average of $33,253 annually. Many voluntary benefits, including disability and flexible spending accounts, are also offered. See benefit overview for more information on City benefits.

Retirement

An excellent retirement pension plan is provided by the city through the Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA).

Paid Leave

Information on vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays can be found in the applicable labor union contract.

Deadline: The position is open until filled with the first application review on June 12, 2026.

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