Engineering Technician – Utilities Department

The City of Topeka is seeking an experienced coordinator to join our Asset Management team as an Engineering Technician I. This position will work with city departments and outside agencies to define project requirements and obtain approvals for utility projects. Time will be split between the office and the field.

What you'll do:

• Participate in pre-application, project review, and interagency coordination meetings.
• Review plans, specifications, engineering submittals, and utility service applications for compliance.
• Assist with obtaining and documenting regulatory reviews, permits, easements, and other approvals required before construction.
• Maintain project files, inspection reports, photographs, testing records, correspondence, meeting notes, and approval documentation.
• Coordinate final inspections and walkthroughs, prepare punch lists, and verify completion of corrective work.

The ideal candidate:

• Is highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects, requirements, and follow through completion.
• Has knowledge in reading and interpreting engineering plans, profiles, details, specifications, utility maps, surveys, and record drawings.
• Can exercise sound judgement, maintain attention to detail, and manage competing priorities.
• Has a high attention to detail, with the ability to identify discrepancies and communicate them clearly.
• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required; an associate’s degree or coursework in civil engineering technology, construction technology, drafting, or a related field is preferred.
• One (1) year of experience in construction or the construction inspection field is required.
• Must have and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license and meet the City’s insurability requirements.

The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System.
• Generous paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Full-Service Health & Wellness Clinic
• Free Onsite Fitness Facility
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer