Engineering Technician II

Position

Description:

The Engineering Technician II will perform specialized high level technical support and design work, act as a liaison with other parties for the Professional Engineer in the field, and/or perform survey or construction inspection.

Resume

Required:

You must attach an updated resume to your application.

Work Location: Various locations in the field and in the office.

Closing Date: 03/22/2026.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

There are currently four (4) vacancies in the following Public Works divisions:

• Surface Water and Sewer - Construction Inspection (1)
• Transportation, Engineering, and Design
  • Surveyor (1)
  • Construction Inspection (2)

• Perform inspections and investigations of tunnels, outfalls, maintenance holes, catch basins, and other sewer infrastructure to evaluate assets’ condition and performance.
• Communicate any deviations discovered in plans, specification, materials, methods, schedules, or MNDOT specifications to the Engineer.
• Perform advanced mathematical calculations and computations in connection with engineering project work and costs, including arithmetic and trigonometry, as well as grades and quantities.
• Inspect and ensure proper construction techniques for sanitary and storm sewer projects with various contractors and governmental agencies.
• Assist in preparation of paperwork and documentation describing sewer improvements needed within reconstruction and construction projects, predominantly street sewer construction, repair, and rehabilitation activities.
• Field verify, enter, and maintain records using modern software (such as Adobe, Arc Map, Maximo, Excel, etc.).
• Act as the engineer's field representative for communication with Construction Crew Foremen (both City Staff and private vendors) on a construction site.
• Perform contract administrative duties by tracking daily items which could include equipment and personnel hours, manufacturer of materials, quantities, work progress, weather, etc.
• Perform a variety of engineering technician work in the office regarding construction project design, shop drawing review, cost estimation, handling communications, completing forms, etc.
• Attend weekly construction meetings.
• Train and give work direction to Engineering Technicians I.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Perform field work for topographic surveys, horizontal and vertical control, construction staking, as-built, easements and boundaries.
• Assist in operating survey equipment such as Total Station, data collector, survey levels, and GPS equipment.
• Make precise surveying measurements.
• Perform surveying calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Review field survey data for completeness and accuracy using CAD software and make any necessary edits.
• Maintain records related to work activities and prepare reports.
• Assist Crew Chief in completion of assigned tasks.
• Clearly communicate technical information to other surveyors, contractors and City staff.

• Act as City Representative with outside contractors and other departments.
• Inspect roadway, paving, grading, drainage, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and related public works construction projects.
• Ensure contractor is meeting the contract per approved plans, specifications, permits, and City, state, and federal standards.
• Monitor construction methods, materials, quantities, and workmanship for during project construction.
• Conduct field measurements and quantities; verify pay items and assist with progress payments.
• Maintain accurate daily inspection reports, field notes, photographs, and construction documentation.
• Identify construction deficiencies and notify contractors and supervising engineers; assist with resolution.
• Observe and document traffic control and job-site safety compliance.
• Coordinate inspections with utility companies, contractors, surveyors, and City staff.
• Respond to inquiries related to construction activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

For all positions, typical work hours are 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., with potential overtime, longer weekdays, and Saturdays…