Highway Technician

Salary : $60,090.00 - $84,059.00 Annually
Location : Willmar, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 12/29/2025

Description

The hiring range for this position is $60,090 - $67,204. The full range for this position is $60,090 - $84,059.

The Highway Technician is responsible for completing non-routine work related to engineering design and construction work using technical knowledge of work areas. Responsibilities may include project inspection; interpreting construction and design plans; performing inspections of construction; acting as a liaison to the public; ensuring compliance; and creating drafts and maps using design and drafting software.
Job Duties

• Generate and update maps, illustrations, plans, models, charts, and blueprints for infrastructure projects, including roadways, bridges, and water conveyance or retention systems.
• Conduct inspections on active projects to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; monitor progress; approve payments; track materials inventory; authorize minor modifications to plans; and maintain accurate records of project activities.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute reports, correspondence, and related documentation to internal and external stakeholders to facilitate operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct and process surveys to support project operations and ensure accuracy and consistency of collected data.
• Provide information and respond to inquiries from property owners and stakeholders; serve as a liaison to the public to support effective communication and engagement.
• Perform additional operational duties such as hauling gravel and removing snow by operating and maintaining tandem trucks.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Civil Engineering or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of relevant certifications, education, and/or experience will be considered.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

• Engineering drafting and design terminology, methods, and practices.
• Basic surveying and engineering principles.
• Construction inspection procedures.
• Geographic area and infrastructure of the jurisdiction.
• Inventory management and standard office procedures.
• Customer service principles.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Basic budgeting practices.
• Computer systems and relevant software applications (e.g., AutoCAD or similar design software).

Skilled in:

• Reading and interpreting construction and design drawings.
• Performing mathematical and technical calculations.
• Conducting field surveys and inspections.
• Coordinating and evaluating construction projects.
• Applying relevant laws and regulations to engineering tasks.
• Using computers and engineering software to create technical documentation.
• Providing effective customer service.
• Communicating and interacting effectively with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and members of the public.
• Learning and using design and drafting software as required.

Certifications:

• Ability to obtain highway construction certifications as required by the County.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods during field inspections.
• Capable of working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Visual acuity necessary to interpret plans, maps, and technical drawings.
• Must be able to perform the essential physical duties of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional Information

• Must possess a valid Minnesota Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States.

This position is open until filled.

Kandiyohi County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kandiyohi County offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health, dental, vision, PERA retirement, 457(b) deferred compensation plan, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick/ESST leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have an Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Civil Engineering or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have experience using AutoCAD and GIS software applications for drafting or design work?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have prior experience in drafting or preparing road, bridge, or water-related infrastructure designs or plans?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience preparing technical reports, project documentation, or related materials?

• Yes, 5+ years of experience
• Yes, 3-5 years of experience
• Yes, 2-3 years of experience
• Yes, under 2 years of experience
• No

06

Do you have experience inspecting road or civil infrastructure construction projects for compliance with design plans or regulations?

• Yes, 5+ years
• Yes, 3 to 5 years
• Yes, 1 to 2 years
• Yes, less than 1 year
• No experience

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