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Engineering Technician, Assistant - Surveyor Division
Government Jobs, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55401
Assistant Engineering Technician
The Hennepin County Surveyor's Office is hiring an Assistant Engineering Technician to join the team as a Survey Crew Member. This position will work on projects in the field to collect GPS data and requires the use of and proficiency with basic surveying instrumentation. The Hennepin County Surveyor's Office maintains and preserves the Public Land Survey System (PLSS) throughout Hennepin County. The office also provides surveying services for the county including the Department of Transportation, Examiner of Titles, Regional Railroad Authority, Property Services, and Tax Forfeited Lands. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program. Find us at upcoming career fairs! Location and hours: This position is hybrid and will be performed on-site at the Hennepin County Government Center at 300 6th South, Minneapolis, MN 55487, with field work performed throughout the county, and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire. About the position type: This is a limited duration, full-time (temporary up to 1 year), benefit earning position. This position is internally classified as an Engineering Technician, Assistant. In this position, you will: Research public records and assist in maintaining records of Public Land Survey corners. Analyze field data and operate computer equipment. Set up and operate GPS equipment in the field. Need to have: One of the following: 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 have: Experience: Working as a Survey Crew Member. Working with the Public Land Survey System (PLSS). Using computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, and Adobe Acrobat. 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. Math functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry; and the ability to apply math functions to survey and mapping solutions. CAD software programs; and the ability to sync with surveying field equipment to download/upload data and to perform routine and complex survey calculations and analysis. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to: Schedule, prioritize, and balance several tasks/projects. Work independently and in teams with minimal lead worker direction. Demonstrate the employee competencies. About the department: Land Information and Tax Services is a department within the Resident Services Line of Business of Hennepin County that covers foundational responsibilities of government: land surveying, land recording, property tax collection and distribution. We also provide critical infrastructure and innovation support to departments throughout Resident Services. About Hennepin County: Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest). Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here. This posting may be used to fill current and future full-time, regular and limited duration (temporary) vacancies. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a background check, driver's license check, and a drug test that may include testing for cannabis. If you have any questions, please contact: Roberta Arpinar roberta.arpinar@hennepin.us
The Hennepin County Surveyor's Office is hiring an Assistant Engineering Technician to join the team as a Survey Crew Member. This position will work on projects in the field to collect GPS data and requires the use of and proficiency with basic surveying instrumentation. The Hennepin County Surveyor's Office maintains and preserves the Public Land Survey System (PLSS) throughout Hennepin County. The office also provides surveying services for the county including the Department of Transportation, Examiner of Titles, Regional Railroad Authority, Property Services, and Tax Forfeited Lands. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program. Find us at upcoming career fairs! Location and hours: This position is hybrid and will be performed on-site at the Hennepin County Government Center at 300 6th South, Minneapolis, MN 55487, with field work performed throughout the county, and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire. About the position type: This is a limited duration, full-time (temporary up to 1 year), benefit earning position. This position is internally classified as an Engineering Technician, Assistant. In this position, you will: Research public records and assist in maintaining records of Public Land Survey corners. Analyze field data and operate computer equipment. Set up and operate GPS equipment in the field. Need to have: One of the following: 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 have: Experience: Working as a Survey Crew Member. Working with the Public Land Survey System (PLSS). Using computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, and Adobe Acrobat. 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. Math functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry; and the ability to apply math functions to survey and mapping solutions. CAD software programs; and the ability to sync with surveying field equipment to download/upload data and to perform routine and complex survey calculations and analysis. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to: Schedule, prioritize, and balance several tasks/projects. Work independently and in teams with minimal lead worker direction. Demonstrate the employee competencies. About the department: Land Information and Tax Services is a department within the Resident Services Line of Business of Hennepin County that covers foundational responsibilities of government: land surveying, land recording, property tax collection and distribution. We also provide critical infrastructure and innovation support to departments throughout Resident Services. About Hennepin County: Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest). Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here. This posting may be used to fill current and future full-time, regular and limited duration (temporary) vacancies. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a background check, driver's license check, and a drug test that may include testing for cannabis. If you have any questions, please contact: Roberta Arpinar roberta.arpinar@hennepin.us