Full-time Engineering Technician

Go McPherson; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 27,331 - 45,254; Full time

Job summary

Go McPherson seeks a dedicated Engineering Technician for full-time work in the McPherson County Public Works Department. The successful candidate will undertake tasks such as sampling, material testing, and creating engineering reports, as well as drafting designs and assisting with inspections of construction projects.

Candidates should be high school graduates with relevant training in civil engineering. The position offers a starting hourly wage of $19.84 to $32.85 depending on qualifications and experience. Applications can be submitted online or at the McPherson County Courthouse.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with supplemented training or experience in civil engineering related to public works design.
• Drafting and surveying skills preferred.
• Ability to use or learn Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and MicroStation helpful.

Responsibilities

• Sampling and material testing.
• Creating bid documents.
• Creating engineering reports.
• Drafting and design.
• Assisting with preparing estimates of work and material.
• Surveying and research.
• Inspection of construction projects and bridges.
• Assisting in traffic studies.
• Assisting in bridge inspections.

Skills

Drafting skills

Surveying skills

Ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, MicroStation

Education

High school graduate with supplemented training in civil engineering

Job description

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN — MCPHERSON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPT.

MCPHERSON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS is accepting applications for a Full‑time Engineering Technician.

Requirements

• High school graduate with supplemented training or experience in civil engineering related to public works design.
• Drafting and surveying skills preferred.
• Ability to use or learn Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and MicroStation helpful.

Job Duties

• Sampling and material testing.
• Creating bid documents.
• Creating engineering reports.
• Drafting and design.
• Assisting with preparing estimates of work and material.
• Surveying and research.
• Inspection of construction projects and bridges.
• Assisting in traffic studies.
• Assisting in bridge inspections.

Compensation

Beginning hourly wage is $19.84 - $32.85 dependent on qualifications and experience.

Application

Apply online at www.mcphersoncountyks.us under the "Employment" link or obtain a paper application at the Personnel office in the McPherson County Courthouse. Include a resume. The position will remain open until filled.

EOE.