Civil Engineering Technician

Description

Start Your Engineering Career Making a Difference in Your Community.

The City of Grand Forks is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Civil Engineering Technician I to join our Engineering Department. This entry-level professional plays an important role in supporting the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure that serves our community every day.

If you’re eager to grow your engineering career, gain hands‑on experience, and contribute to meaningful city projects, this is a great opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive municipal team.

• Assist in the design and drafting of municipal infrastructure projects such as streets, utilities, stormwater systems, and sidewalks
• Perform field inspections, surveys, data collection, and measurements
• Prepare plans, maps, reports, and technical documentation using AutoCAD and other engineering software
• Support construction project oversight, including review of contractor work and project progress
• Provide technical support to engineers, contractors, and the public
• Maintain accurate project files, records, and data

• Education or training in civil engineering technology, drafting, or related field
• Knowledge of basic civil engineering principles and construction practices
• Experience with CAD software preferred (AutoCAD/Civil 3D a plus)
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions when required

• Meaningful work that directly supports your community
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Be part of building the future of Grand Forks!

The City of Grand Forks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Draft and prepare simple plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D and contract documents for review and approval by appropriate engineering staff; assist in the design of assigned projects.
• Utilize, interpret, and comprehend various maps, including aerial photos, contour drawings and as‑builts for both project design and to convey the information to the public.
• Perform research on completed projects; draft and update City maps, plats, details, and various forms with acquired data.
• Perform preliminary surveys to collect data for construction plans; interpolate survey notes; download points into appropriate files and generate triangulated, irregular, network (TIN); assist in construction staking.
• Maintain a variety of accurate records and files on daily activities of contractors; record changes in approved plans.
• Act as the owner's site representative with authority to accept or reject work completed by contractors. Measure and record bid items and quantities; prepare monthly pay applications.
• Observe construction activities for compliance with specifications; assist contractors in resolving unusual construction conditions to meet the intention of the specifications.
• Collect as-built and GIS infrastructure data.
• Coordinate technical engineering activities within the Engineering Department, with contractors and utility companies.
• Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; compile and file notes on various projects.
• Review, calculate, and validate bid quantities from construction plans prepared by the Engineering Department.

• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Assist with the support of emergency management field inspections.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the technical engineering field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge
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Basic principles and procedures of technical engineering work including, computer aided drafting, mathematics, and construction methods and inspection;
Understanding of computer aided drafting, surveying, inspection and testing equipment;
Princi…