Engineering Technician

Job Summary

Join our team as an Engineering Technician and play a key role in supporting city infrastructure by providing hands‑on technical and engineering expertise across water, sewer, roadway, and drainage projects. In this position, you’ll oversee onsite construction activities, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and serve as a vital link between contractors, residents, and the City of Gahanna. You’ll also contribute to project design, surveying, GIS updates, and the evaluation of public infrastructure conditions.

If you enjoy a dynamic role that blends fieldwork, technical problem‑solving, and community interaction, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact and support vital public projects.

The starting salary is between the minimum and midpoint of the range ($56,222 annually – $68,868 annually). Candidates will start at the minimum of the range unless their skills, experience, education or other factors exceed the qualifications for the position.

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Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. A typical way to qualify is a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year university in Construction Management or a related field or an associate’s degree from an accredited two‑year college or technical school and two (2) years of experience.

• Licensure or Certification Requirements:
  • Engineering Intern registration (desired)
  • Certified Professional in Sediment and Erosion Control (desired)
  • Certified Storm Water Manager (desired)
  • Current and valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna.

Named one of the ‘Best Hometowns’ by Ohio Magazine, Gahanna offers 750+ acres of parkland, vibrant neighborhoods, opportunities for business growth and more! Only eight miles from downtown Columbus and minutes away from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Gahanna is a choice location for business and leisure. With a strong emphasis on community, family and fun, Gahanna offers a wide variety of seasonal and special events.

The City of Gahanna offers comprehensive benefit packages including health insurance, prescription drug insurance, employer‑paid dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account contributions, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, retirement benefits, deferred compensation programs, and an Employee Assistance Program. The City also offers vacation, personal time, sick leave, paid holidays, flex time, and public service credit (when applicable). In addition, the City also offers college tuition reimbursement, employer‑paid professional development, and an annual service credit.

* Subject to change with collective bargaining agreement and/or salary ordinance changes.

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