Senior Engineering Technician

Job Duties

2026 SALARY: $28.28 - $38.18 per hour

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled; initial review due August 26, 2026

Applications must be on official forms. Resumes will be accepted, but not in lieu of an application.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; 3 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a valid Driver’s license.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for completing non-routine work to support the planning, design, construction, and permitting of County construction projects. Responsibilities may include creating, reviewing, and interpreting plans, maps and engineering calculations; inspecting projects and construction materials; staking; technical writing; and acting as a liaison to the public.

WORK TEST PERIOD:

Appointee to the position must successfully complete probationary period per contract.

BACKGROUND CHECK:

Applicants selected for appointment must pass a criminal background check.

DRUG TESTING:

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:

Applicants must meet essential physical requirements of the position.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:

All new employees must complete and sign employment eligibility verification form on the first day of employment. Documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility must be submitted within three days of the first day of employment.

 

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Application, Classification Specification, and Benefit Package may be obtained by contacting Lake County Human Resources Department, 616 Third Avenue, Two Harbors, MN, 55616; website: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

ACCOMMODATION:

Applicants who wish to request accommodation to application process should contact Lake County Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE:

Proof and claims for Veteran’s Preference must be filed with Lake County Human Resources at time of application.

NON-DISCRIMINATION:

Lake County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, genetic information, or any other protected classification.

Minimum Education Required

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Minimum Experience Required

3 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a valid Driver’s license.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$28.28 - $38.18 / Hourly

Postal Code

55616

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

21331

Job Benefits

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