Engineering Technician I: Field Survey & Plans

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County is seeking a hands-on County Engineering Department professional to perform advanced surveying for complex construction projects, draft and review surveys and plans, and help ensure work is built right from plans to final inspection.

This full-time, on-site position requires the ability to work with minimal supervision, operate CAD tools, conduct property research, coordinate with contractors and the public, and guide crew members on assigned projects in varied

Qualifications

• Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent with related drafting/surveying/engineering experience.
• Ability to read plans, maps and legal descriptions.
• Strong math skills relevant to surveying, drafting and construction.
• Experience with drafting, mapping and computer-based systems.
• Proficient in surveying, inspection and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced surveying for complex construction projects.
• Draft and review surveys and construction plans (manual & CAD).
• Conduct property research, boundary surveys, and monument restoration.
• Inspect construction work and materials for quality and compliance.
• Assist with bridge inspections and coordinate system re-establishment.
• Serve as liaison between contractors, the public, and County staff.
• Train and guide crew members on assigned projects.

Skills

Land surveying knowledge

Plan interpretation

Mathematics for surveying

Drafting and CAD

Equipment operation

Outdoor work

Communication and collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD drafting

Job description

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County is seeking a hands-on County Engineering Department professional to perform advanced surveying for complex construction projects, draft and review surveys and plans, and help ensure work is built right from plans to final inspection.

This full-time, on-site position requires the ability to work with minimal supervision, operate CAD tools, conduct property research, coordinate with contractors and the public, and guide crew members on assigned projects in varied