Job description

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Under the general supervision of the City Engineer or other designated staff, performs accurate and responsible electronic plan preparation, office and field engineering or surveying work under direction, requiring the application of civil engineering principles and practice. The Engineering Aide will perform a variety of administrative, technical, and analytical supportive tasks, including assisting with GIS data creation, data maintenance, and GPS data collection as required. Assists with other Departmental functions as required. On a regular and continuous basis, exercises administrative judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service. Starting Pay is $22.45 per hour with a competitive benefits package.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent education and training in engineering or related field.
• Experience using AutoCAD, ESRI, and GIS applications. Experience using Adobe InDesign and Trimble SketchUp. Experience in using BS&A modules preferred.

Licensing and Other Requirements:

• Maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license.
• Shall be certified by the State of Michigan to monitor soil erosion projects and storm-water projects.

Knowledge of:

• Expertise and knowledge of engineering principles and mathematical ideas.
• Expertise and knowledge of the principles and practices of infrastructure plan review and construction.
• Expertise and knowledge of MDOT project-related software programs such as MERL and Field Manager.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures and practices.
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office: Word, Excel. Google Suite: Email, Calendar, Hangouts, Meet, BS&A Modules.
• Expertise and knowledge of AutoCAD, ESRI, and GIS applications, including Adobe InDesign and Trimble SketchUp.
• Residency requirement: 20-mile radius from nearest City limit.

TO BE CONSIDERED CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND COMPLETED APPLICATION to the City of Traverse City, Human Resources Office, 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, MI 49684 or via email to citypers@traversecitymi.gov. Applications can be found online under “application for employment” at: https://www.traversecitymi.gov/jobs/jobs.html

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.45 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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