Civil Engineering Technician Iii

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• Position:
  Civil Engineering Technician III
• Department:
  Highway Department
• Location:
  
  Cambridge, MN
• Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Work Schedule:
  
  Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Work Setting:
  On-site; requires regular, in-person attendance
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Union Affiliation: IUOE Local Highway #49

• Expected 2025 Hiring Range: $34.12 - $36.37 per hour ($70,969.60 - $75,649.60 annually), depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity.
• Full Range: $34.12 - $44.07 per hour ($70,969.60 - $91,665.60 annually), with the potential for additional longevity-based pay.

Applicants must fully complete the Work Experience and Education sections of the online application and attach a resume for all positions. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered.

• Posted:
  Monday, January 5, 2026
• Final date to receive applications:
  This position will remain open until filled. First review of applications will begin January 19, 2026.
• Equal Opportunity: AA/EEO

Upon review of applications, should your qualifications align with our requirements, you will be notified by Human Resources via email with information regarding the next steps in our selections process.

Please note:

Emails from Isanti County Human Resources may occasionally be directed to your junk or spam folder. Be sure to check these folders regularly to avoid missing important updates regarding your application.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
• Life insurance (basic coverage for yourself plus optional voluntary coverage)
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick, and personal leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plans
• Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) contributions from both employer and employee
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program

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Performs work performing civil engineering work in surveying, roadway design, construction observation and material verification, and inspection of construction and maintenance for road and bridge projects, assisting in the development and preparation of project plans, performing right-of-way acquisitions, wetland mitigation, maintaining construction bid, method, and money files and records, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Senior Assistant County Engineer. Supervision is exercised over Technician I and Technician II.

• Collects information using survey equipment and practices, maps and records; prepares construction plans for public meetings.
• Performs roadway design work; analyzes and uses collected information in the preparations of construction plans using required and accepted engineering standards and methods.
• Assists in the acquisition of right-of-ways and easements for construction projects; meets with landowners and discuss impact of projects specifics; witnesses and notarizes legal documents for land acquisitioning.
• Oversees and supervises preliminary construction tasks; operates survey equipment for preliminary survey and construction purposes; performs mathematical calculations to maintain horizontal and vertical control.
• Establishes grades, elevations, locations, alignments, and limits for construction projects; performs inspection work by visually and physically monitoring construction projects to provide and record accurate accountability of all construction methods, materials used, and monies paid, in accordance with governing rules and specifications.
• Performs Wetland Mitigation/Bridge Safety Inspections; prepares necessary field work, drafting, calculations to satisfy federal, state and local permit requirements; performs accurate and in-depth inspection of all County bridges to comply with federal and state requirements to ensure structures are safe and sound for the public.
• Attends required courses and classes to maintain necessary certifications; keeps current on all new methods, requirements, and standards to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Assists in teaching and training other civil engineering technician staff in construction observation, survey, design, and other job-related elements.
• Serves as project representative and assists with directing contractor activities and operations; monitors and verifies local and state specifications are being met.
• Manage and collect field data on signs, culverts, bridges, and roads using GIS for asset tracking and planning.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field — or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6–10+ years of progressively…