Engineering Aide

Salary: $25.27 - $30.53 Hourly
Location : City Hall, 100 N Jefferson St., Green Bay, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 202100079
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 09/02/2024
Closing Date: Continuous


General Description
Come and join our Engineering team! Start your municipal public works career with a solid foundation by drafting, inspecting and reviewing public infrastructure projects. Engineering Aides are primarily responsible for drafting and construction inspection on City development projects, including Parks and Bay Beach projects. This position also reviews sewer televising video as needed.

Hiring Range: $25.27-$30.53 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Friday, 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (40 hours/week), plus additional hours as needed.

No residency requirement.

The City of Green Bay is a leader in employee health and wellness with its Health/1265 program with a goal to engage all employees in their own health and well-being by providing insurance premiums incentives and other benefits.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We invite candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, knowing that unique perspectives enhance our service to the community.

Examples of Duties
Inspects routine public works construction projects for compliance with the plans and specifications for the project.


Performs CAD and manual drafting assignments and other office work as directed.

Performs basic GIS data entry.

Prepares necessary reports and maintains records related to inspection of public works construction projects and the storm water facility maintenance program.

Performs concrete field testing and coordinates and schedules testing of materials with material testing consultant. Assists Storm Water Technician with collection and field measurement of storm water outfall samples.

Operates surveying, concrete testing, and other equipment as necessary.

Assists Engineering Technicians on engineering surveys by serving as an instrument person, androd person, and by performing other manual tasks such as driving stakes, clearing brush from survey lines, and searching for survey monuments as directed.

Assists with the development and implementation of various education programs, including those related to storm water information and education programs.

Works with other City Departments to coordinate and assist with various Public Works projects/programs.

Minimum Qualifications Required

1. Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Natural Resources, or equivalent.
2. ACI Concrete Field Testing Grade I Certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
3. Valid driver's license and a good driving record.

A combination of equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge in the common principles, practices, and materials of public works construction, storm water management and erosion control. Good ability to keep accurate and detailed records of public works contract work performed. Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Good math and computer skills. Ability to efficiently utilize a computer and the required software, including word processing and spreadsheet software, CAD, GIS, and other engineering application software. Ability to perform minor engineering calculations accurately. Basic knowledge of storm water and erosion control best management practices. Basic knowledge of natural resources practices as they relate to storm water and erosion best management practices. Basic knowledge of natural resources practices as they relate to storm water and erosion control best management practices. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public. Ability to work the required hours of the position.

May be required to demonstrate minimum competency by successfully passing approved tests.
Physical Requirements

Ability to perform the following activities:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, crawling, stooping and digging.
• Ability to focus for long periods of time on projects.
• Ability to climb and walk in rough terrain.
• Ability to work in varied environmental conditions.

The above is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
The City of Green Bay offers an attractive benefit package, which includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays