ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN V

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

The Engineering Technician V provides project management oversight for field survey crews and prepares designs for street and alleyway paving projects.

• Prepare field plans and surveys for existing grades and locations.
• Design and prepare paving plans for all streets and alleys under City jurisdiction.
• Design and prepare plans for special streetscape treatments and alignments.
• Design major arterials for state and federal-aided projects.
• Prepare paving and traffic calming estimates and assessments for designs.
• Measure completed work for sewer and street projects.
• Prepare certificates of completed street construction work showing quantities of work completed.
• Coordinate, direct, plan and organize the activities of a field crew.
• Train engineering technicians in field work and design related to traffic and paving.

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.

• Physical ability to stand, walk, climb, crouch, crawl, push and pull, and perform repetitive motions.
• Must be able to wear appropriate safety equipment including safety shoes, glasses, and hearing protection.
• Ability to see and hear to be able to remain safe within constantly changing environments.
• Ability to work outdoors and withstand a wide range of weather conditions.
• Must perform medium physical activity exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.

The pre-employment medical tests include:

• Physical Exam
• Vision Exam
• Audio-Gram

1. Five years of surveying and roadway design experience.

OR

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field and three years of surveying and roadway design experience.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and one year of surveying and roadway design 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.

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 desired.
• Proficiency in preparing cost estimates.
• Proficiency in organizing work on multiple projects.
• Ability to produce detailed and accurate drawings and to interpret technical drawings and documents.
• Ability to read and apply work-related materials, such as governmental regulations and City ordinances.
• Knowledge of project management practices.

Critical Thinking and Lead Work

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills, including the ability to use and analyze information to evaluate options and to find best solution.
• Ability to plan, organize, and work on multiple projects.
• Ability to set clear expectations, manage staff by providing 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 independently manage priorities and deadlines. 

Interpersonal/Communication

• Verbal communication skills to share concise information with other staff members and management.
• Written communication skills, including the ability to write technical reports and general business correspondence.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to build strong, effective teams.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse individuals both within and outside the organization.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to racial equity, inclusion, and cultural competency.

The current salary range (Pay Range 3UN) is $72,510-$89,557 annually, and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $74,685-$92,244.

Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

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.

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 needs of the City have been 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.

• Applications can 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 in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

EEO Code = 303

The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer