Medina, MNRemoteFull TimeEntry-level50k–69k USDPosted Today
Posting number: 26TRNS120FM130
Department: Transportation Operations
Division: Trans Ops Asset Management
Job classification: Engineering Technician
Posting type: Open
Categories: Engineering, Public Works, Transportation, Geographic Information Systems
SummaryHennepin County's Transportation Operations department is seeking an Engineering Technician or Assistant Engineering Technician to work in the Asset Management division – Roadway Data group. Engineering Technicians participate in developing, operating, and maintaining a safe and effective highway system throughout Hennepin County.
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Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed both onsite at the Public Works Facility at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, Minnesota 55340, in the field, and remote as job duties require. There is no public transportation to this facility. The ability to travel around Hennepin County to conduct field work and attend meetings is required. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday, 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. with limited flexibility. Reliable internet connection to complete work tasks through a VPN connection. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
Note: During the summer months this position requires a majority of the time to be spent in the field completing a variety of data collection tasks throughout Hennepin County. During the winter months, time will be spent completing data related computer tasks either at the office or in a remote environment.
About this position type:
This is a full-time, benefit earning position.The list created from this posting will be used to fill a vacancy at either the Assistant Engineering Technician or the Engineering Technician level. Job class selection will be based on the education and experience of the applicant.
- Engineering Technician, Assistant (Level I): $50,101.44 - $69,273.22Annually
- Engineering Technician (Level II): $63,284.85-$84,202.03Annually
In this position, you will:
- For hire as an Assistant Engineering Technician (Level I):
- Collect GPS and photos of new and modified assets including signals, signs, pedestrian ramps, catch basins, medians, and others.
- Review various data tables for long periods of time while in an office/remote environment.
- Utilize the ArcGIS desktop software for mapping and quality control tasks.
- Run a variety of quality checks (spatial and non-spatial) on a frequent basis to ensure data fields are populated.
- Ensure GIS files are consistent with the asset management system by adding and updating data.
- Utilize project plan documents to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Assist with training interns by providing instructions on protocols/guidelines for field collection, field inspections, and use of asset management software/data management protocols.
- Assist field staff/technicians by providing support for proper asset management data documentation.
- Communicate the status of data collection, data post processing, condition inspections, maintenance activities, plan set information and document unusual assets in the field.
- Support various asset management tasks by creating information guidelines for field crews, printing reports, properly documenting maintenance information, organizing digital files, and creating a variety of workflow charts.
- Perform other duties including meeting software end users in the field to provide assistance, and printing maps or guidelines for other groups.
- For hire as an Engineering Technician (Level II - including the above duties):
- Work independently at a higher level completing more complex aspects of all duties listed above, specifically:
- Run a variety of quality checks (spatial and non-spatial) on a frequent basis to ensure data fields are populated, including utilizing the ArcGIS software.
- Review various data tables for long periods of time while in an office/remote environment.
- Work independently at a higher level completing more complex aspects of all duties listed above, specifically:
Need to have:
- For hire as an Assistant Engineering Technician (Level I):
- One of the following:
- One year or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, or related engineering work.
- One year or more of experience analyzing numerical data using computer software applications, or developing and maintaining computerized information systems/applications.
- 30 college semester credits in mathematics, geography, computer science, or engineering-related technical courses.
- Completion of an approved land surveying or highway/civil engineering technology training program.
- One of the following:
- A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
- For hire as an Engineering Technician (Level II):
- One of the following:
- Three years or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work.
- Three years or more of college or technical school credits in a related engineering or computer science field.
- Current certification as a Certified Survey Technician (CST), Level 2.
- One of the following:
- A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
- Experience:
- Using Adobe Acrobat, ArcGIS Desktop, Microsoft Office, GPS Receiver and associated software, and ESRI Field Maps.
- Troubleshooting basic computer issues over the phone and in-person.
- Working with data management software.
- Collecting data in an outdoor environment and processing the data for decision making purposes.
- Knowledge of:
- Basic math functions such as arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
- The Public Works transportation industry or an interest in understanding it.
- Data management practices.
About the department:
We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis, driver's license check, and/or a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Fahad MansoorFahad.Mansoor@hennepin.us