Engineering Technician IV

Job Description

Introduction

The City of Milwaukee is proud
to employ a workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the
City's residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team
of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

Purpose

The Engineering Technician IV leads a survey crew in conducting
surveys for improvement projects and related studies.

Essential Functions

Surveying

Set transit lines and gather data for cross-section level
data, establishing grades based on benchmark data.
Conduct surveys relative to grade separation, structures,
major arterials, properties, street and alley openings, sewers, water mains,
tunnel dredging, street repairs, obstructions, land descriptions, surveys,
subdivisions, and drainage complaints.
Prepare estimates of quantities and costs for proposed paving
projects.

Plan Design

Assist in preparing designs and construction plans for
street and alley paving contracts.
Assist in transferring electronically collected data to CADD
software to produce preliminary plans for design and sewer reports.

Administrative

Organize and maintain both digital and paper files.
Measure completed contract work and compile certificates for
contractor payments using computer software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft
Word and other relevant tools.
Organizes activities for the crew and trains personnel in
fieldwork.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are
interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the
hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
of 2008.

Conditions of Employment

The Engineering Technician IV must be willing and able to do
the following:

Physical ability to stand, walk, climb, crouch, crawl, push
and pull, and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to wear appropriate safety equipment, including
safety shoes, glasses, and hearing protection.
Ability to withstand variable indoor and outdoor
environmental conditions, such as temperature changes, rain, and snow.
Ability to perform medium physical activity, exerting up to
50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 100 pounds of force frequently to
move objects.

The pre-employment medical tests include:

Physical Exam
Vision Exam
Audio-Gram

Minimum Requirements

1. Associate degree in civil engineering or an engineering
field from an accredited college or university, AND two years of
surveying and transportation design engineering experience.
OR
Four years of surveying and transportation design
engineering experience.
2. Valid driver's license and good driving record at
the time of appointment and throughout the employment.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be
considered; however, there is no substitution for two years of related work
experience.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts
to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates'
education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any
job offers.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical

Knowledge of surveying standards and procedures.
Knowledge of street and alley design criteria.
Ability to use survey equipment, including total station,
data collector, level/leveling rod, and engineering tape.
Knowledge of and proficient use of MicroStation and/or Civil
3D drafting software.
Ability to effectively use computer programs such as the
Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of street design criteria, codes, and design
techniques.
Skill in the preparation of cost estimates.
Ability to produce and interpret detailed and accurate
technical drawings and documents.
Ability to read and apply work-related materials, such as
governmental regulations and City ordinances.

Interpersonal and Communication

Verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with
other staff members and management.
Written communication skills, including the ability to write
technical reports and general business correspondence.
Ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with
coworkers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.

Judgment and Professionalism

Knowledge of project management practices.
Ability to use and analyze information to evaluate options and determine the best solution.
Ability to plan, organize, and work on multiple projects, independently managing priorities and deadlines.
Ability to set clear expectations, provide guidance, and ensure projects meet expectations and deadlines.
Ability to act in a lead capacity to manage, train, and guide others to ensure adherence to project specifications and safety protocols.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Honesty and the ability to use City resources responsibly.

Current Salary

The current salary range (Pay Range 3TN) is $68,389-$87,738 annually,
and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents
is $71,125-$91,247 annually. Appointment above the minimum is
possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject
to approval.
BENEFITS
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit
program that includes the following:

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension
Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Wellness Program
Onsite Clinic Services
Onsite Employee Assistance Program
Alternative Work Schedules
Long Term Disability Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Tuition Benefits
Paid Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
Flexible Spending Arrangement
Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of
Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

Selection Process

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will
consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education,
experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or
performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The
Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most
qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations.
Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process
component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.
INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will
be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of
applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior
notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs are met.
Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the
selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of
Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The
applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process
at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

Additional Information

APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by
visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
If you would like assistance completing an application,
please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751
or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
The Department of Employee Relations is located at City
Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

Conclusion

EEO Code = 303
The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is
an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Requirements

1. Associate degree in civil engineering or an engineering
field from an accredited college or university, AND two years of
surveying and transportation design engineering experience.
OR
Four years of surveying and transportation design
engineering experience.
2. Valid driver's license and good driving record at
the time of appointment and throughout the employment.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be
considered; however, there is no substitution for two years of related work
experience.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts
to your employment