Engineering Technician III

Hiring range: $64,480 to $90,230 ($31.00 to $43.38 per hour). The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work‑life balance! This includes 24 days paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays in your first year. To be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on 06/28/2026 to be considered. Position Description At the Anoka County Transportation Division, our vision is to enhance and protect life by delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions. We are currently seeking an Engineering Technician III to support highway construction and improvement projects and to play a key role in traffic engineering and right‑of‑way permitting activities. This role provides daily oversight of field crews and contractors, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with project specifications. Key responsibilities include conducting construction inspections, designing and drafting highway construction plans, performing topographical and construction surveys, and testing materials used in highway and bridge construction. The technician will also oversee various phases of roadway development to ensure quality and safety standards are met. This is a full‑time, non‑exempt, on‑site position. Interviews will take place the week of June 29, 2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Pay & Benefits Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 32: $64,480 to $90,230 ($31.00 to $43.38 per hour). 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. Pension plan and other retirement investment options. Advancement/professional development opportunities. Work Location This position will work at the Anoka County Highway Building, located at 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304. Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Job Duties and Responsibilities Conduct testing and inspections of grading, paving, curb, concrete, and materials to support highway construction and improvement projects and ensure contract compliance. Maintain record keeping and documentation system for construction projects including pay quantities and materials, for state and federal guidelines. Oversee the daily activities of field crews and contractors on site to ensure each phase meets the standards and specification requirements. Conduct topographical construction surveying, including setting control, collecting data, and construction staking. Collect field information using complex survey instruments. Record necessary documentation such as highway alignments, vertical profiles, design of storm sewer systems and calculations of material quantities. Utilize design information for survey notes to construct the project and perform accurate staking. Compute quantities and check computations performed by others. Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned. Qualifications and Requirements Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 4 years (2,080 annual hours) of job‑related experience. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis. Successfully pass driver’s license background check. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Experience using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and drafting. Knowledge of all design standards for construction, survey and inspection of county roads and county state aid highways. Experience using engineering principles and techniques involved in the design, construction, and proper maintenance of county highways and bridges. Strong knowledge of surveying principles and procedures. Physical Demands and Work Conditions Standard office environment, various county work sites both indoor and outdoor, including unfinished structures, construction sites, rough terrain, and changing weather conditions depending on assignment. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties. Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short‑ and long‑term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills. Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing. Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment. Regular lifting of 0‑25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various inspection and surveying equipment depending on assignment. Inspection and surveying equipment may include but is not limited to digital camera, tape measure, hammer, chisels, boom truck and other machinery, electronic drafting equipment, material testing equipment, power and hand tools, and personal protective equipment. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, prolonged vibration from machinery, and other hazards is possible while performing essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Selection Process It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Pre‑employment Requirements Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre‑employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain and conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Commitment to Affidavit Action and Equal Opportunity Employment Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affidavit Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affidavit Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. Equal Opportunity Employer Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: #J-18808-Ljbffr