Engineering Aide

The City of Saint Paul Public Works Department is hiring multiple Engineering Aide I's to perform engineering technician work involving land survey, traffic studies, routine construction inspection, project design, and drafting.

A valuable crew member that will assist with construction layout and data collection while providing the candidate with exposure to construction and survey practices.

• Assist in staking streets, sewer, and water main during construction projects.
• Aid in setting up work zone traffic control systems for various engineering and land surveying projects.
• Index, file, and maintain various construction and land survey records.
• Assist in LIDAR data and equipment.
• Ensure that the crew has the materials and equipment necessary to perform the day’s tasks.
• Test, maintain, and clean survey equipment.
• Assist on mapping projects with the GIS department.
• Assist in CAD software such as processing data and computations.

• Assist in the inspection and oversight of the contractor for Street Construction Projects.
• Ensure City, State, and Federal specification are upheld on Construction Projects
• Perform daily journal documentation to record location, quantity, quality, dimensions, and tolerances of constructed roadway items to ensure conformance to plans and specifications
• Work and coordinate with residents, businesses, other city departments, contractors, and utility companies as needed

Anticipated hours for these positions will be Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM with room for flexibility.

The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

High School graduation or General Education Development Certificate (GED) with high school or post secondary course work in mathematics including algebra and geometry.

Some positions may require a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out of state driver's license.

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Temporary:
This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. This position is eligible for Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST). Other benefits are not provided.

You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

This position may require a driver’s license check as a condition of employment.

Danni Smith at

Email: danni.smith

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.