New

Supervisor Engineering Technician I

City of Minneapolis
$42.55 - $47.89 Hourly
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Jul 06, 2026
Position Description The Supervisor Engineering Technician I will perform technical support on projects, act as a liaison with other parties for the Professional Engineer in the field, and participate and supervise Engineering Technicians engaged civil engineering work in the field and office. Work Location This position will work in office full time during the first year. After successfully completing the first year of employment, may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. Resume Required: You must submit a resume online along with your official City application. Without it, your application will be deemed as incomplete and will not be submitted for further consideration. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas Job Duties and Responsibilities Perform contract administrative duties by tracking items, which could include budget requests preparation of forms, payroll hours, personnel hours, work progress, etc. Monitor and perform inspection and investigation work related to assigned engineering projects in order to evaluate conditions of, sanitary and storm sewers, and to recommend repairs and/or replacement. This includes using software such as ArcMap/ArcGIS, SharePoint, Granite XP CCTV viewer. Act as the engineer's field representative for communication with Construction Crew foreman on a jobsite. Perform inspection and monitoring of on going construction projects to ensure adherence to approved plans. Oversee and complete work on as built drawings and specifications of completed construction projects in order to ensure high quality records for future reference. Perform complex mathematical calculations for a variety of purposes including - construction cost estimation, budgets, survey, measurements, and quantities. Oversee and assist in the preparation of requisitions and related documents when given parameters for various projects as assigned. Meet with representatives of various organizations that have authority and/or involvement with construction and repair site plans to convey City standards, issues and concerns and report back to engineering staff when appropriate for direction and input (i.e. Minnesota Department of Transportation, Hennepin County, Utilities' Representatives , Architects, Contractors, etc.). Assist in coordination of City work of Hennepin County, State of Minnesota, utilities, private contractors, etc. Attend and lead weekly construction meetings, including preparing minutes and coordinating with stakeholders. Oversee (and work on) the production of engineering designs, construction site plans, specifications and repair and/or replacement plans for City owned facilities using computer assisted design software. Assign work to lower level staff, providing training and instruction as required. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions Office and field work Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Associate Degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent. Minimum Experience Three (3) years of experience performing similar duties. License/Certifications Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License. Selection Process The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Drug and Alcohol Testing All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position. Union Representation This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis City Supervisors Association (CSU). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/supervisors-association/ Eligible List Statement The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire [three] months after it has been established. Interview Selection The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considerable knowledge of civil engineering design and related computer software packages. Good knowledge of and ability to perform mathematical calculations. Strong written and verbal skills and ability to produce reports. Ability to delegate work. Ability to plan and carry out detailed assignments and investigations, and to put together civil engineering and statistical data. As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.