Civil Engineering Technician

Location

Rapid City, SD | United States

Job description

Do you thrive in a collaborative environment, have an eye for detail, and enjoy seeing projects come to life? Do you have a passion for infrastructure and a desire to contribute to the growth of a thriving community? If your answers to these questions are "yes," then look no further...

Welcome to the City of Box Elder, the "Gateway to the Black Hills" and home to Ellsworth Air Force Base. We are a small but dedicated group of professionals who take pride in our work and love serving our vibrant community.

The City of Box Elder is located just outside of Rapid City in the beautiful western side of South Dakota. Nestled close to the famous "Black Hills," we are only a short distance to miles of hiking trails, skiing/snowboarding within 45 minutes, and countless other natural wonders all within a short drive. Kayaking, hot springs, mountain climbing, mountain biking, and many other outdoor activities can all be found in our backyard.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Civil Engineering Technician to join our growing team at the City of Box Elder!

As the Civil Engineering Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting the city engineers with various projects related to the design, construction, and maintenance of our city's infrastructure. You will be the eyes and ears in the field, ensuring projects comply with plans and reporting findings for seamless execution.

This is an ideal role for someone who has stellar technical skills and an analytical mind, enjoys problem-solving and working in a collaborative environment, has a strong work ethic, and desires to contribute to the local community.

If you are ready to build your future with the City of Box Elder, please read on to find out more about this position and how to apply!

Here Is Your Opportunity To:

• Serve as the City's liaison with project construction contractors.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure projects are completed on time and according to the construction documents.
• Use engineering and technical knowledge to verify that components, systems, and equipment comply with construction documents.
• Work with the contractor to coordinate the project scheduling and provide communication within the project team regarding progress and potential conflicts.
• Provide daily inspection of construction projects and document activities.
• Review contractor payment applications, change orders, and equipment vendor payment requests, making recommendations to the city engineer for payment.
• Conduct final inspections of construction projects with the City engineering team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the City Engineer.

What We Are Looking For:

• Someone with a High School Diploma/GED; AND four (4) years of field-related experience with the construction of public civil projects; OR an equivalent combination of post-high school education, training, and experience. A 2-year/associate degree in civil engineering technology or construction management is preferred.
• Established proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite computer applications.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and practices including the ability to understand engineering drawings, specifications, and field survey markings.
• Experience with the construction of public water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater systems.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to safety and adherence to City policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• An all-weather champion, prepared to work outdoors in a variety of conditions, come rain, shine, or snow.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Valid driver's license.

What the City of Box Elder Offers:

The City of Box Elder has a generous paid time off program, 10.5 paid holidays per year, and excellent benefits which include employer-paid health, dental, and vision for the employee. Please see the link here for more information on benefits: 2024 Benefits Handbook

Employees will also be enrolled in the South Dakota Retirement System with a 6% employer match from the City of Box Elder. More information on the South Dakota Retirement System can be found here: SDRS Overview

NOTE: When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process.

The City of Box Elder is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Conditions of Employment :

A candidate receiving a conditional offer of employment will undergo a background investigation and drug screening.

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$68.78k