Civil Engineering Technician I or II

City of Ankeny, IA•Ankeny, IA

33d•$35 - $43

About The Position

The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for the full-time Civil Engineering Technician I or II in the Municipal Utilities Department. The position will perform under the general supervision of a Professional Engineer, performs a number of duties and oversight functions including, but not restricted to the list below. Functions under the supervision of the Director of Municipal Utilities. The starting salary range is dependent on certifications and relevant experience: CET I is $35.15 - $40.68 per hour CET II is $37.25 - $43.13 per hour The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Vacation and Sick Leave Personal Leave Nine (9) Paid Holidays Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance Wellness Programs and Incentives Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit Defined Benefits Pension Plan Through IPERS Deferred Compensation Plan Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options Longevity Pay Deadline to apply is Sunday, January 4, 2026. Please apply online at www.AnkenyIowa.gov/jobs. Interested candidates must complete an application online and attach a current resume and cover letter. Pre-employment physical test, drug screen, and background check required. To advance in the hiring process, you must pass a basic cognitive skills exam to be administered to all qualified applicants. Additional information will be emailed on Monday, January 5, 2026. Check your email (and junk email) for testing information. Contact HR if you do not receive the testing information on 01/05/2026.

Requirements

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Civil Engineering Technology, or related field; or have an equivalent amount of related work experience substituted at the rate of two (2) years of experience for one (1) year of education.
Shall possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Iowa.
Entry-level knowledge of modern principles and practices of public works, civil engineering, and municipal utilities operations and maintenance.
Basic knowledge of computer aid drafting (CAD), geographic information systems (GIS), and surveying principles.
Ability to communicate and cooperate with co-workers, contractors, and the general public.
Shall possess the following certifications (or be able to obtain within six (6) months from hire): Iowa DOT - Level I Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) Iowa DOT - Aggregate Sampler
Shall have a minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Civil Engineering Technician I (or comparable position) along with the above-mentioned certifications of the Technician I and possess the following certifications (or be able to obtain within six months from hire date): ITCP-CIPP Certification (Inspector Training Certification Program - Cured in Place Pipe Certification Class) - NASSCO
PACP Certification (Pipeline Assessment Certification Program) - NASSCO
Must be insurable.
Must be sighted.
Must be able to hear normal conversation.
Must be able to speak clearly at normal rate of conversation.
Must be able to kneel, squat, and walk.
Must be able to move up and down ladders and stairs.
Must be able to work in wet, snow/icy weather conditions.
Must keep regular and reliable attendance at work.

Responsibilities

Performs construction observation for all Municipal Utility Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) to ensure contractors are following approved construction plans and specifications.
Attend preconstruction meetings, weekly construction meetings, and project walkthrough meeting for Municipal Utility Capital Improvement Projects.
Inspects construction sites of CIP to determine compliance with approved plans and specifications, to check staking, to advise on construction activities, and to note any concerns with project or traffic related issues related to said project.
Tests or oversees testing of construction materials to ensure they meet prescribed standards.
Maintains project field books, performs field measurements, quantifies bid items, and prepares payment applications and change orders.
Reviews engineering plans and cost estimates for CIP within the Municipal Utilities Department in accordance with Statewide Urban Design and Specifications (SUDAS) and City of Ankeny Standards and Codes.
Participates in the in-house engineering design and preparation of construction documents for CIP including plans, specifications, cost estimates, bidding documents, and easements.
Reviews material submittals and shop drawings for materials to be incorporated into projects for correctness and compliance to prescribed standards.
Assists with work activities for the City's record drawing repository, including the filing and archiving of digital and paper copies of as-built construction plans for CIP projects and entry into our GIS systems.
Reviews projects under construction with assigned consultant to audit inspection process.
Completes a variety of computations including distances, angles, as-built calculations, and quantities.
Assists with maintaining and updating water and sanitary sewer system data by utilizing GIS software.
Interprets and explains ordinances, codes and regulations to contractors, homeowners and interested parties.
Assists other departments and divisions during emergencies and performs related duties as assigned.