Civil Engineer Technician II

Position Summary

PLEASE NOTE:
We have four (4) active postings listed below and are looking to hire one (1) candidate. The selected candidate may be placed at any of the four (4) career-ladder levels.

Please take the time to review each posting and the minimum qualifications for each position level, and apply to the posting that best fits your education, experience, and abilities.

If you are unsure which position is the best fit or have questions, please contact Human Resources via email at hr@co.benton.mn.us or phone at 320-968-5004.

• Civil Engineer Technician I – Grade 7
  Step 1: $28.40/hour | Step 11: $38.95/hour
• Civil Engineer Technician II – Grade 8
  Step 1: $29.82/hour | Step 11: $40.90/hour
• Civil Engineer Technician III – Grade 9
  Step 1: $31.61/hour | Step 11: $43.36/hour
• Civil Engineer Technician IV – Grade 10
  Step 1: $33.35/hour | Step 11: $45.74/hour

We are pleased to offer opportunities for career advancement within our Civil Engineer Technician classification, including the Civil Engineer Technician Senior level. While the Senior-level position is not currently posted, candidates who fully meet the minimum qualifications may be considered for advancement to this level.

To learn more about the Civil Engineer Technician Senior position, including minimum qualifications and required training and experience, please click here to view the job description.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications - Training and Experience Required

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
A. Completion of an approved two (2) year highway/civil engineering technology, drafting, or land surveying program; OR
B. Two (2) years of relevant work experience; OR
C. Equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
D. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
E. Must successfully complete a background check.
F. Obtain and maintain certifications and licensures.
F. 1. Ability to obtain and maintain, within one (1) year of hire:
F. 1. 1. Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Certifications.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Physical Demands and Working Conditions Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations relating to highway construction.
B. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have strong positive public relations skills.
C. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
D. Ability to handle a variety of tasks under moderate supervision within standard operating procedures.
E. Ability to perform varied tasks that require moderate analytical ability.
F. Ability to maintain effective working relationships to carry out organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion.
G. Ability to travel within your daily work assignment.
H. Ability to travel within Minnesota, including extended overnight stays.
I. Ability to work extended, evening, and weekend hours as needed.
J. Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.
K. Performs the physical/mental demands of the work environment requirements for this position.
L. Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours, and outside regular hours, as necessary.
M. Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
N. Must comply with data practices policies and standards relative to private data. Any access to private data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that is necessary to fulfill the employment responsibility. While data is being accessed, employee should take reasonable measures to ensure the private data is not accessed by individuals without a work reason. Once the work reason to access the data is finished, the private data must be properly stored according to county policies and the Minnesota Statutes.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions
A. Work is performed both in the office and in the field.
B. Headaches, eyestrain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury within the office.
C. Occasional fieldwork may require bending, climbing, walking in uneven terrain, and performing tasks in the field. Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
D. Work typically involves minimal to moderate physical activity and does not involve heavy or prolonged lifting.
E. Environmental conditions include heat, cold, wetness, toxic chemicals, dust, noise, odors, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, insect-borne illnesses, and other related occupational hazards associated with field work.
F. Performs duties in confined and secure spaces.
G. This position is exposed to offensive language and threats.
H. This position may encounter upset contractors, vendors, or members of the public and must be able to remain professional and effective when handling disruptive behavior, including the use of profanity.
I. This position is under continuous mental effort and stress.
J. This position occasionally performs work under high attention to detail and deadlines.

Hours of Work
A. Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
B. Schedule may be subject to change, dependent on department needs.

Equipment Utilized
A. Office equipment, computer hardware and software, pickup truck, engineering equipment, and phones.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The County Board, County Administrator, or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.

Benton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.