Engineering Technician I

Salary : $57,158.40 - $62,337.60 Annually
Location : Saginaw, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-1235
Department: Department of Public Services
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 01/29/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The City of Saginaw is seeking a skilled Engineering Technician I to contribute technical expertise to construction projects, both on-site and in-office. Responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and documenting contracted work, utilizing GPS data collectors and computer-aided design and mapping software.
Applications will be screened. those qualified will be invited to participate in a written test and an oral interview. Applicants must successfully pass each of the selection process by a score of 70% or better to proceed in the process.
*This posting is subject to close after 14 days*
Major Duties

1. Serves as primary construction inspector for a variety of engineering projects.
2. Uses survey data collectors to document underground water and sewer as-built information and ensures that completed quantities are correct.
3. Updates sewer /water records from measurement changes, field certifications, and as-built construction plans.
4. Reviews and documents construction material submittals, including subcontracts, material certifications, test results and material sources, and all other MDOT and Federal construction requirements.
5. Participates in various phases of design and/or construction for municipal projects.
6. Participates in Engineering office operations.

Job Requirements
Education:

• Associate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience:

• Six to eight years' experience in Civil Engineering with a focus on site construction inspection.

Other Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, survey data collectors (e.g., Leica GPS Data Collectors), and Computer-Aided Design/Drafting (Autodesk products: Civil 3D, MAP, AutoCAD, ESRI/GIS Software).
• Certifications: Stormwater construction, MDOT Concrete Technician, HMA paving operations, MDOT FieldManager Office Technician (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
• Strong mathematical background (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), both in English and metric measure.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with MDOT computer programs (MERL, Roadsoft/GIS, FieldManager) and city computer programs (e.g., BS&A) preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license.

Supplemental Information

1. Must be able to lift concrete test cylinders weighing 30-40 pounds.
2. Works outdoors a minimum of fifty percent of the year, not limited to warm weather months.
3. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather.
4. Must be able to drive to job site when assigned away from the office.
5. Must be able to traverse uneven terrain and enter excavations up to 20 feet deep.

The City of Saginaw offers a competitive benefits package to full time employees.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield HealthCare with low bi-weekly employee premium contributions.
• Dental Insurance and Vision Plan; premium paid by the City
• MERS Hybrid Retirement Plan: 2 plans in one - Defined benefit plan with the investment choice of a defined contribution plan.
• Healthcare Savings Plan: Savings Plan to help you prepare for the costs of health care after you leave employment.
• Life Insurance
• 13 Paid Holidays
• PTO (Paid Time Off) days based on length of service; accrual can be up to 22 days during the first year of employment.
• Long/Short Term Disability Benefits
• Deferred Compensation Program: Voluntary 457 and Roth IRA
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and an Employee Assistance Program.

(Benefits are subject to change in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.)
01
What the highest level of education you have obtained to date?

• High School Diploma / GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02
What is your field of study as indicated in Question 1?

• Not Applicable
• Engineering
• Construction Management
• Other

03
Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04
How many years of experience do you have in Civil Engineering on site construction inspection?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 5-7 years
• 7 + years

05
Please check all certifications you currently possess.

• None
• Storm water construction
• HMA paving operations
• MDOT Concrete Technician
• MDOT FieldManager Office Technician

Required Question