Civil Engineer Technician II

Benton County is seeking qualified candidates to fill a full-time Civil Engineer Technician position. Minimum qualifications for a CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN II position are required; candidates of any skill or experience level are encouraged to apply. We have four (4) active postings and are looking to hire one (1) candidate. The selected candidate may be placed at any of the four (4) career ladder levels. Please review each posting and the minimum qualifications for each position level, and apply to the posting that best fits your education, experience, and abilities. Contact Human Resources via email at View email address on click.appcast.io or by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Application Deadline: Open until filled. First Review of Applications: Monday, July 20, 2026. Position Summary Provide engineering assistance and support to the Public Works Department regarding construction plans, specifications, project designs, surveying, material testing, and construction inspection. Interview Process Initial interviews may be conducted by phone or in person (TBD). Monitor your email for updates and scheduling information. Minimum Qualifications Completion of an approved two‑year highway/civil engineering technology, drafting, or land surveying program; OR Two years of relevant work experience; OR Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota. Must successfully complete a background check. Obtain and maintain certifications and licensures; ability to obtain and maintain within one year of hire Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) certifications. Pay Range Civil Engineer Technician I – Grade 7: Step 1 $28.40/hr – Step 11 $38.95/hr Civil Engineer Technician II – Grade 8: Step 1 $29.82/hr – Step 11 $40.90/hr Civil Engineer Technician III – Grade 9: Step 1 $31.61/hr – Step 11 $43.36/hr Civil Engineer Technician IV – Grade 10: Step 1 $33.35/hr – Step 11 $45.74/hr Duties and Responsibilities Assist with planning, development, and implementation of highway design and construction projects. Perform staking, surveying, drafting, and design work, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Perform inspection of construction projects. Perform computer‑aided design and specifications. Perform engineering computations and engineering estimates. Coordinate projects with federal, state, and local entities and jurisdictions. Inspect and document construction activities, quantities, and material quality. Perform compliance tests for soils, aggregates, bituminous, concrete, etc. Monitor and inspect projects’ progress and methods, ensuring specifications are met and local, state, and federal guidelines, standards, and laws are followed. Prepare final records and close out contracts on construction projects. Assist with construction project management. Assist with MPCA MS4 annual inspections and permit requirements. Operate GPS and survey systems. Create construction plans. Perform utility locates, hydraulic surveys, and identification of roadway markings. Attend training as needed. Assist in the preparation of reports, letters, and other documents. Perform other duties as assigned or apparent. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations relating to highway construction. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have strong positive public relations skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to handle a variety of tasks under moderate supervision within standard operating procedures. Ability to perform varied tasks that require moderate analytical ability. Ability to maintain effective working relationships to carry out organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion. Ability to travel within your daily work assignment. Ability to travel within Minnesota, including extended overnight stays. Ability to work extended, evening, and weekend hours as needed. Must comply with organizational and departmental policies. Performs the physical/mental demands of the work environment requirements for this position. Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours, and outside regular hours, as necessary. Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers. 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; 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 Work is performed both in the office and in the field. Headaches, eyestrain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury within the office. Occasional fieldwork may require bending, climbing, walking on uneven terrain, and performing tasks in the field. Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds as needed. Work typically involves minimal to moderate physical activity and does not involve heavy or prolonged lifting. 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. Performs duties in confined and secure spaces. This position is exposed to offensive language and threats. 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. This position is under continuous mental effort and stress. This position occasionally performs work under high attention to detail and deadlines. Hours of Work Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Schedule may be subject to change, dependent on department needs. Equipment Utilized 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Benton County, MN