Career Opportunities

As the project representative for the inspection of public works projects, the Engineering Technician will apply drafting, surveying and inspections skills for streets, sewer, water and Village electrical projects are constructed to Village standards. The Engineering Technician will work closely with the Public Works Superintendents and Foreman to ensure public works projects are completed efficiently, safely and accurately.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with and Conducts field inspections, documents daily construction progress, completes inspection reports for erosion control and quantities of materials constructed and installed.
• Communicates with contractors and engineers regarding construction projects.
• Maintains a daily record of work performed.
• Coordinates street and utility work in the right-of-way with Village staff, private utilities, the WDNR, and residents.
• Updates construction drawings, based on survey data, prepares as-built record drawings of completed construction projects for utilities.
• Uses the Village’s Geographic Information System to update and maintain records.
• Performs data collection for public works projects.
• Receives and attempts to resolve complaints and problems from residents related to Village projects.
• Prepares base drawings, including zoning and ordinance maps
• Maintains and updates records for streets, stormwater and utility systems, maps, drawings and plans.
• Inspects public works construction projects to ensure work is completed according to the specifications and plans. Coordinates work with contractors, maintains contact with residents, coordinates testing, field measures the completed work, reviews and recommends change orders. May be required to work late and or after hours, typically for asphalt paving and concrete construction observation.
• Assists with the issuance and oversite of Village permits, including inspection of completed projects when needed; coordinates with property owners, utility companies and contractors to track permit status.
• Leads and attends pre-construction meetings.
• Assists with the routine preparation of the mileage map and report.
• Assists with the updates and maintenance of the Public Works webpages.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. An associate degree in civil engineering is preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in municipal engineering or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in construction of streets and highways, sanitary sewers, water mains, stormwater ponds and drainage projects along with other work pertinent to Public Works projects preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License or ability to obtain and maintain one required.
• Computer and Technical Skills
• Experience and/or ability to work with municipal Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Experience and/or ability to produce drawings with Computer Aided Drafting (CAD).
• Experience with principals of land surveying and ability to operate surveying equipment.
• Language Skills
• Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with others through both verbal and written communication methods.
• Ability to establish good working relationships with all levels of staff and citizens, and provide facilitation skills.
• Ability to gather, analyze, interpret, and present technical data in clear and concise reports and make recommendations.
• Ability to communicate contract specifications with contractors.
• Ability to calculate percentages, fractions, decimals, volumes, ratios, present values, and spatial relationships. Ability to interpret complex descriptive statistical reports.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle stressful situations, to organize work and set priorities, manage time and resources to meet deadlines and changing demands within the entire operation of administrative services and responsibly perform duties with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information in various environments.

Other Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Desire to learn and take an active role in quality assurance, inspection, and project management of the Village’s infrastructure maintenance and improvement programs.
• Practical knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Ability to prepare and present a variety of technical reports, specifications and contracts for public works projects.
• Knowledge of municipal development.
• Knowledge of construction procedures, project estimating, final quantity computations, bid tabulations, and project management.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and complete critical path tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work well with the public, contractors, and other staff; ability to obtain approval and/or consensus with others.
• Have knowledge and understanding of general construction practices of municipal infrastructure, desirable to have a thorough working knowledge of Standard Specifications for Sewer and Water in Wisconsin (Green Book).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The Village of Germantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with state and federal law, the Village will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.