Senior Engineering Technician

City of Duluth; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Duluth is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician who will contribute to the city's infrastructure projects. This role involves working with engineers and contractors, conducting surveys, and ensuring project compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and technical proficiency in engineering software.

Benefits

Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave

Paid Holidays

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Benefits

Training and Advancement Opportunities

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in engineering field required.
• Must possess a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys and construction oversight.
• Prepare engineering plans using Autodesk software.
• Maintain engineering and infrastructure records.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Initiative

Education

Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

ESRI GIS

Adobe

Bluebeam

AutoCAD 3D

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About The Job

The Senior Engineering Technician position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and sustainability of our city's infrastructure while working on diverse and impactful projects that benefit our community.

Job Posting Information

About The Job

The Senior Engineering Technician position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and sustainability of our city's infrastructure while working on diverse and impactful projects that benefit our community.

As a key member of our Engineering Division, this position will work closely with staff engineers, utility operators, consultants, contractors, and residents to maintain existing utility infrastructure and develop new water, storm, sanitary, or natural gas utility projects that benefit our community. Senior Engineering Technician tasks will commonly include field surveys, utility locating, design drafting, interacting with utility customers, construction oversight, and collecting and creating permanent utility records for the City. This position will help fill a specific need to assist with the Department's lead water service replacement program. Particularly useful skills valued by this program would be; competency with ESRI GIS and Adobe or Bluebeam PDF editing software, a background drafting civil plans with AutoCAD 3D, two or more years of experience inspecting the construction of water distribution systems, excellent customer communication skills, and the ability to assume a leadership role while coordinating construction activities.

In addition to technical proficiency, we value candidates who demonstrate strong teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and initiative. This role requires good communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with coworkers, contractors, and the public is also important. The ideal candidate should be organized and adept at writing technical and daily reports, inspection logs, and maintaining records.

Please note: We are establishing an eligible list for this classification and anticipate filling vacancies at either the Engineering Technician or Senior Engineering Technician level. If you would like to be considered for both levels, you must submit a separate application for each posting.

Summary/Purpose

To perform technical and complex engineering work related to the design, survey, construction, and inspection of street, bridge, traffic, and utility infrastructure systems including water, gas, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Employees at this level are distinguished from the Engineering Technician by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of projects, and the experience held.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The supervision provides minimal guidance on day-to-day operations indicating generally what is to be done, the limitations, quality and quantity expected, deadlines, and priority of assignments. The supervisor provides additional, specific instructions for new, difficult, or unusual assignments, including suggested work methods or resources.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Does not have direct supervisory responsibility but does have some oversight of employees or projects that require delegation and direction over the work of others.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other Duties May Be Assigned)

• Perform all duties listed under the Engineering Technician job duties and responsibilities.
• Conduct field surveys of project sites to obtain and analyze project-related data and field information.
• Provide construction staking to ensure projects are built to the designed alignment, profile grade, and cross section.
• Lead staff on complex construction and preliminary surveys.
• Prepare engineering and construction project plans using Autodesk software for street, bridge, traffic, and/or utility infrastructure systems including water, gas, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer; prepare project specifications, assist with coordination of required advertising for bids, review of construction bids, and other project-related activities.
• Direct and participate in project construction inspection work on major projects, including coordinating engineering and contractor work details, ensuring compliance with project/design specifications, coordination of material testing, evaluating field conditions, recommending field design changes, preparing progress reports and construction records.
• Lead personnel in survey, inspection, drafting and design work as assigned.
• Draft and calculate field notes to document quantities, alignment, grade, and locations according to project plans or to document monthly and final progress payment estimates and change orders.
• Research records and maps to obtain engineering data such as location of survey monuments, sewer stubs, water mains, water services, hydrants, gas mains, and gas services.
• Maintain engineering, survey, and infrastructure records.
• Prepare and draft record drawings for street, water, sewer, gas, and storm infrastructure.
• Perform a variety of office related functions, including preparing permits, correspondence, maps, presentation materials, brochures, reducing field notes, printing materials, answering phones, and responding to inquiries from contractors, developers, property owners, staff, and the general public.
• Coordinate with other city departments and private property owners, related to changes of Right-of-Way, property lines, and easement disputes due to current and proposed infrastructure work.
• Assist in the development of long-range infrastructure studies and plans, maintenance management plans, and environmental assessments.
• Act as a competent person and incident commander during emergency situations.
• Other duties may be assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related professional field, and five (5) years of verifiable professional work experience in a position within the engineering field with similar complexity and level of responsibility; OR a minimum of seven (7) years of related education and/or full-time, verifiable professional experience in a position within the engineering field with similar complexity and level of responsibility; OR current classification as a City of Duluth Engineering Technician at the highest Step of the associated pay range.
  
  

License & Certification Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license or privilege.
• Must obtain and maintain, at a minimum, current Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) certifications for Bituminous, Concrete and Aggregate within two (2) years of date of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain natural gas Operator Qualifications (OQs) within one (1) year of date of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain Minnesota Erosion and Stormwater Management certification as required within one (1) year of date of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain MnDOT ADA sidewalk certification within one (1) year of date of hire.
• Bridge Construction, Bridge Inspection, and Signal and Lighting certifications may be required by supervisor.
  
  

Selection Process Information

Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

Non-Discrimination

The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Alternative Exam Process (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)

For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at 218-730-5210, as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. TDD services are available through 218-730-5630.

Work Eligibility

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire.

Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)

Any applicant who has been found qualified to participate in a selection process for a position in the classified service who has reason to contest the validity or fairness of any step in the selection process may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 calendar days of the examination. (If the examination is an Education/Experience Review, the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing, shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested, and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. If an applicant wishes to file an appeal electronically, the notice should be sent by email to [e-mail].

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

Does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, seasonal, temporary, or part-time non-union selections

OPEN SELECTIONS

Required

If claiming veteran's preference, please attach to your application (via file upload) a copy of all documents required for the option that applies to you:

Veteran

• "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge.
  
  

Disabled Veteran

• "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
• FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months.
  
  

Spouse of Disabled Veteran

• Copy of Marriage Certificate;
• "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
• FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if the veteran is unable to qualify for the specific position being applied for as a result of the service-connected disability.)
  
  

Spouse of Deceased Veteran

• Copy of Marriage Certificate;
• Death Certificate or other proof of death;
• "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge. If Disabled Veteran, also include
• FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater, dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if applicant has not remarried and the veteran died during active duty or as a result of an injury received from active duty.)
  
  

Preference points will be added to Veteran, Spouse of Disabled or Deceased Veteran, or Disabled Veteran's score only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS

If claiming veteran's preference, please attach to your application (via file upload) a copy of the documents listed below:

Disabled Veteran

• "Member Copy 4" DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
• FL-802, FL 21-802, or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Board's written decision of a compensation rating of 50% or greater, dated within 12 months.
  
  

Preference points will be awarded to Disabled Veteran's score one time, on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment, and only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional information about Veteran's Preference.

Eligible City of Duluth employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.

01

How do you meet the minimum Education & Experience Requirements for Senior Engineering Technician?

• I meet the minimum requirements through an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related professional field, and five years of full-time, verifiable professional work experience in a position within the engineering field with similar complexity and level of responsibility.
• I meet the minimum requirements through a minimum of seven years of related education and/or full-time, verifiable professional experience in a position within the engineering field with similar complexity and level of responsibility
• I meet the minimum requirements through current classification as a City of Duluth Engineering Technician at the highest Step of the associated pay range.
• I do not meet the minimum requirements for this job classification.
  
  

02

Briefly explain how you meet the Education & Experience Requirements based on the option you selected above. Refer to job titles, degrees, or experience listed in your application.

03

Which best describes your driver's license status?

• Valid MN Class D or equivalent
• Valid MN Commercial Class C or equivalent
• Valid MN Commercial Class B or equivalent
• Valid MN Commercial Class A or equivalent
• No valid driver's license
  
  

04

This position requires you to obtain and maintain the following certifications within the first one to two years of hire: MnDOT Bituminous, Concrete, and Aggregate; ADA sidewalk; Erosion and Stormwater Management; and Natural Gas Operator Qualifications (OQs). Are you willing and able to meet these requirements as a condition of continued employment?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Describe your experience working with municipal utility systems (water, gas, sanitary, or storm) in both the design/drafting and inspection/documentation phases. Provide specific examples of projects you have worked on and your role in each phase.

06

Please list some construction projects where you have provided Construction Administration/Inspection Services, and describe your experiences with them.

07

Describe a past experience with utility locating. Include the purpose of the locating work, the methods or equipment you used, and any challenges you encountered.

08

Describe your experience with GIS software and AutoCAD, citing some of your related accomplishments.

09

Describe your experience using software such as Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.). Please include specific examples of how you have used these programs in your work.

10

List any MNDOT technical certifications you hold.

11

Please provide your best example of a time when a contractor asked you to make a construction-related decision that had a highly beneficial impact. Explain the situation, the decision you made, and the outcome.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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