Engineering Technician, Senior (Internal Hennepin County applicants only)

Description Hennepin County’s Transportation Operation department is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician to join the Asset Management division team. This position will work as part of a team to deliver asset condition inspection reports and assist in updating GIS ( Geographic Information System) mapping/data for all Transportation Operations projects. Engineering Technicians participate in developing, operating, and maintaining a safe and effective highway system throughout Hennepin County. Location and hours: This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Hennepin County Public Works Facility at 1600 Prairie Drive in Medina, Minnesota 55340 (there is no public transportation to this facility) and in the field or remote as job duties require. The ability to travel around Hennepin County to conduct field work and attend meetings is required. A reliable internet connection is required to complete work tasks through a secure VPN connection. Work hours will be Monday through Friday between 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. with some flexibility. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. About The Position Type This is a full-time, benefit earning position. You must be a current regular or probationary employee of Hennepin County to apply for this position. Note: Limited duration employees not eligible. This position is internally classified as Engineering Technician, Senior. Click here to view the job classification specification. In This Position, You Will Collect pavement condition data and process using International Cybernetics Drive/Connect software and ArcGIS. Duties include summer field collection and post processing in the fall. Collect drainage assets and project data in the field using a Trimble Catalyst and ArcGIS FieldMaps. Develop GIS maps and web GIS dashboards, maintain data for internal and external stakeholders for Operations-funded projects including pavement preservation candidates, contract drainage projects and various map requests from other divisions. Assist in maintaining data in the pavement management software including updating yearly pavement project information, calculation of area changes and performing quality control data checks on the pavement data. Assist in analyzing and compiling data for annual reporting documents using Microsoft Excel or PowerBI, ArcGIS or other data analysis software. Conduct field inspections for assets including railroad crossings, culverts within the MS4 permit boundary and other assets as appropriate. Assist in other field work as needed. Need To Have One of the following: Five years or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work, including specialized experience in the function performed. Note: One of the following may be substituted for one year of the required experience: Completion of an approved highway/civil engineering technology or land surveying training program. 30 college semester credits or more in mathematics, geography, computer science or engineering-related technical courses. Current Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level 3. GIS Professional Certification (GISP). Licensed Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT). A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit. Ability to: Walk on uneven terrain; bend and stoop; work outdoors in all types of weather conditions and lift items weighing up to 60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Work at a desk for extended periods of time when not in the field. Nice To Have Experience with: Using complex computer software such as PowerBI, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Field Applications, CAD, Microsoft Office Suite, Asset Management software or other related software/programs. Directing a work team and/or coordinating work with other functional groups/disciplines. Using roadway construction plans and agreements to ensure data accuracy in an asset management system. Maintaining data in an asset management system. Conducting data quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) checks on data. Collecting data in an outdoor environment and processing the data for decision making purposes. Collecting pavement data using a roadway profiler vehicle and processing the data. Ability to: Read and interpret roadway construction plans, agreements, MnDOT specifications or other job-related forms. Communicate using visual, verbal, and written methods. Direct a work team or coordinate work with intra-departmental groups. Schedule, prioritize and balance several tasks or projects. Establish and maintain respectful and effective working relationships with contractors, public agencies, other technicians and professional staff. Knowledge of: Basic math functions such as arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. The transportation industry or an interest in understanding it. Data management practices. About the department: We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources. 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 generous 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 bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility (select Employee). 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. Watch this video for application best practices and tips. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and/or a criminal background check. If You Have Any Questions, Please Contact Fahad Mansoor Fahad.Mansoor@hennepin.us #hcpromo