Engineering Technician, Assistant

$46,330 - $60,562/Yr

Hennepin County - Minneapolis, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Minneapolis, MN

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Hennepin County Surveyor's office is seeking an Assistant Engineering Technician to join their team as a Survey Crew Member. This role involves fieldwork to collect GPS data and requires proficiency with basic surveying instruments. The position supports the maintenance of the Public Land Survey System (PLSS) and provides surveying services for various county departments. This is a temporary, full-time position with a hybrid work model, including both on-site and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Research public records and assist in maintaining records of Public Land Survey corners.
• Analyze field data and operate computer equipment.
• Perform GPS equipment setup in the field.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved highway/civil engineering technology or land surveying training program.
• Thirty (30) or more college semester credits in mathematics, geography, computer science, or engineering-related technical courses.
• One year or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work.
• One year or more of experience analyzing numerical data using computer software applications or developing and maintaining computerized information system applications.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working as a Survey Crew Member.
• Experience working with the Public Land Survey System.
• Familiarity with computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience using Leica, Trimble, or similar survey equipment such as GPS units, Total Stations, controllers/data collectors, etc.
• Knowledge of public records research relating to property.
• Understanding of math functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, and the ability to apply these to survey and mapping solutions.
• Experience with CAD software programs and the ability to sync with surveying field equipment to download/upload data and perform routine and complex survey calculations and analysis.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to schedule, prioritize, and balance several tasks/projects.
• Ability to work independently and in teams with minimal lead worker direction.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Referral program