Engineering Technician - Transportation Operations Asset Management

About this position type

This is a full-time, benefit earning position. This position is internally classified as an Engineering Technician.

In this position, you will

• Read, interpret and understand construction plans and technical specifications.
• Observe construction activities for compliance with the project plans and specifications.
• Assist in asset inspection, data collection and documentation in the field.
• Prepare plan sheets and verify item quantities.
• Conduct inspections for culverts, curb, and pavement by collecting field data and documenting in ArcGIS, ICON (Infrastructure Consultant) and ATOM (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Direct, train, and check the work of technicians in lower level classifications.

Need to have

One of the following:

• Three years or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work.
• Three years or more of college or technical school credits in a related engineering or computer science field.
• Current certification as a Certified Survey Technician (CST), Level 2.

Note: College or technical school credits in a related engineering or computer science field may be substituted for experience.

• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 60 pounds; climb up and down slopes; work outdoors, and around traffic in all weather conditions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice to have

• Certification(s) from the MnDOT Technical Certification Program.
• Experience:
  • Using computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation.
  • Engineering design, survey, permitting processes, and inspection work.
  • Working with terrain surface and/or roadway geometric design using roadway design software.
  • With reading and interpreting MnDOT standard design manuals and technical memos, construction plans, specifications, and other written forms.
• Knowledge of:
  • Math functions such as arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
  • Utilizing computer software, such as CAD (OpenRoads, InRoads, Geopak, Civil 3D or equivalent), GIS, spreadsheets, or databases.
  • Construction equipment, materials, and methods.
• Ability to:
  • Communicate with staff at all levels of the organization.
  • Schedule, prioritize, and balance several tasks/projects.

About the department

We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources.

About Hennepin County

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.