Engineering Technician

The Assistant Village Engineering Technician performs professional engineering work involving design, investigation, development, maintenance, and construction of public works projects within the Village of Jackson. This role provides support directly to the Director of Public Works/Village Engineer and reports to work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM–3:30 PM and occasionally hours outside that time as requested. This is a salaried position averaging 40 hours per week. The hiring range is between $28.85 and $38.46 per hour, depending upon qualifications. The position is open until filled. Application materials should include a completed job application, resume, letter of interest, and three professional references. For questions or materials, please contact Jack Straehler, Director of Public Works, at View email address on click.appcast.io. Other duties or functions may be required from time to time, and thus the information below is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities for this role. Confers with Developers to discuss proposed expansion of existing road and utility systems. Receives and reviews complaints from the public and plays a role in conflict or problem resolution. Reviews and coordinates work of engineering consultants for compliance with contracts. Assists in scheduling the construction of Village projects. Assists with the creation of special assessment reports. Attends departmental and Board of Public Works meetings as needed and makes reports when necessary. Performs technical research and develops solutions to engineering problems. Reviews surveys and plans for compliance with specifications. Confers with property owners, utility companies and others as needed. Attends training programs and seminars as directed by the Director of Public Works. Drafts contracts and related documents. Assists Village Engineer with project coordination. Writes descriptions of easements and rights-of-way. Coordinates projects with State of Wisconsin regulatory agencies. Conducts surveys on properties to determine boundaries and/or establish easements. Supervises projects and inspections from contract commencement through final restoration and contract close out. Coordinates mapping and GIS base systems. Education and Prior Experience Minimum requirements include considerable knowledge of Civil Engineering as it relates to the municipal field and graduation from a technical college or university of recognized standing with major work in civil engineering. Applicants who are registered as an Engineer In Training (EIT) in the State of Wisconsin are desirable. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities may also be considered. License/Certification Requirements A successful candidate will be an EIT registered with the State of Wisconsin or possess an equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities of the role. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications for public works projects is expected. Applicants should have considerable knowledge of construction materials and approved safety standards. The ability to adapt approved engineering methods and standards in the design and construction of public utility projects is necessary. The selected candidate shall also have the ability to establish and maintain working relationships with Village officials, various boards, and the general public. Lastly, this role requires the ability to prepare a variety of technical reports, specifications, and contracts in connection with public improvement projects and to maintain mental alertness and meet the physical needs of the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr