Civil Engineer Technician I

Benton County•Mn 56329, MN

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

NOW HIRING! Start or advance your career with a dedicated and supportive team committed to excellence! Exciting opportunities for Civil Engineering Technicians at all levels Benton County is seeking qualified candidates to fill a full-time Civil Engineer Technician position. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for a CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN I position are encouraged to apply, regardless of skill or experience level. The selected candidate may be placed at any of the four (4) career-ladder levels. Please take the time to review each posting and the minimum qualifications for each position level, and apply to the posting that best fits your education, experience, and abilities. If you are unsure which position is the best fit or have questions, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or by phone at 320-968-5004. Application Deadline: Open until filled. First Review of Applications: Monday, July 20, 2026. Provide engineering assistance and support to the Public Works Department regarding construction plans, specifications, project designs, surveying, material testing, and construction inspection. CLICK HERE to explore the Public Works/Highway page on our website, where you can learn more about the Benton County Public Works/Highway Department, including its mission, 5-year plan, and upcoming construction projects.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent GED; OR Equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
Must successfully complete a background check.
Obtain and maintain certifications and licensures.
Ability to obtain and maintain, within one (1) year of hire: Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Certifications.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations relating to highway construction.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have strong positive public relations skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to handle a variety of tasks under moderate supervision within standard operating procedures.
Ability to perform varied tasks that require moderate analytical ability.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships to carry out organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion.
Ability to travel within your daily work assignment.
Ability to travel within Minnesota, including extended overnight stays.
Ability to work extended, evening, and weekend hours as needed.
Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.
Performs the physical/mental demands of the work environment requirements for this position.
Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours, and outside regular hours, as necessary.
Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
Must comply with data practices policies and standards related to private data. Access to private data is limited strictly to what is necessary to perform assigned job duties. While accessing such data, the employee must take reasonable measures to prevent unauthorized access by individuals without a work-related need. Once the work-related purpose has been met, private data must be properly secured and stored in accordance with county policies and Minnesota Statutes.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for a CIVIL ENGINEER TECHNICIAN I position are encouraged to apply, regardless of skill or experience level.
Candidates who fully meet the minimum qualifications may be considered for advancement to the Civil Engineer Technician Senior level.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, development, and implementation of highway design and construction projects.
Perform staking, surveying, drafting, and design work, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
Perform inspection of construction projects.
Perform computer-aided design and specifications.
Perform engineering computations and engineering estimates.
Coordinate projects with federal, state, and local entities and jurisdictions.
Inspect and document construction activities, quantities, and material quality.
Perform compliance tests for soils, aggregates, bituminous, concrete, etc.
Monitor and inspect projects’ progress and methods, ensuring specifications are met, and local, state, and federal guidelines, standards, and laws are followed.
Prepare final records and close out contracts on construction projects.
Assist with construction project management.
Assist with MPCA MS4 annual inspections and permit requirements.
Operate GPS and Survey systems.
Create construction plans.
Perform utility locates, hydraulic surveys, and identification of roadway markings.
Attend training as needed.
Assist in the preparation of reports, letters, and other documents.
Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.