Public Works Engineering Technician & Field Inspector

The City of Elkhart; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Elkhart is seeking an Engineering Technician in the Public Works department. This full‑time position performs inspections of public works and private construction projects to ensure compliance with specifications, reviews plans, and completes related office duties.

Candidates should have an associate or bachelor degree in construction technology, or a high school diploma with technical training; two years’ experience in engineering, surveying, and construction; familiarity with

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in construction technology desirable, with a minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Two years’ technical experience or training in general engineering, surveying, and construction practices is desirable.
• Experience in AutoCAD, ESRI GIS, and Microsoft Office is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspects storm, sanitary, water main projects, and all construction work performed within the public right-of-way.
• Performs final inspection of connection to City of Elkhart sanitary sewer system and water system.
• Performs data collection, site inspection, and complaint responses for the City’s ADA program.
• Updates maps and records for historical data and GIS implementation by others.
• Assists managing the City’s sewer insurance program.
• Reviews site plans, applications, and supporting documents.
• Permit and inspect residential driveway construction, excavation permits, right-of-way permits, other related questions
• Conducts various inspections, as required.
• Answers questions and complaints from the public in person and over the telephone.

Skills

Inspecting construction projects

Reading engineering plans

Reading legal descriptions

Public communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in construction technology desirable

High school diploma or GED required

Tools

AutoCAD

ESRI GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Elkhart is seeking an Engineering Technician in the Public Works department. This full‑time position performs inspections of public works and private construction projects to ensure compliance with specifications, reviews plans, and completes related office duties.

Candidates should have an associate or bachelor degree in construction technology, or a high school diploma with technical training; two years’ experience in engineering, surveying, and construction; familiarity with