Engineering Technician Series I-III

Engineering Technician Series

I-III CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE

• 3.7 Wheat Ridge, CO Job Details Full-time $27.80
• $43.

43 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Dental insurance Flexible spending account Family leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Civil engineering Asphalt Construction site inspections Practicing in the surveying industry High school diploma or GED Material testing Full Job Description Engineering Technician I-III Rooted in Community, Growing with Purpose

ABOUT US

Wheat Ridge was founded during the 1859 Gold Rush as a rest stop for miners and later named for its golden wheat fields. As unsuccessful miners turned to farming, the area thrived with orchards, vegetable fields, and later, greenhouses, earning the title "Carnation City." Incorporated in 1969, Wheat Ridge now offers a central location with easy access to Denver and the Rocky Mountains. It operates as a home-rule city with a council-manager government, where the elected council sets policy, and the manager oversees daily operations and budgeting. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all staff, volunteers, and members of our community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of public infrastructure and construction projects within the public right-of-way. The role involves inspecting streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, and related improvements to verify adherence to City specifications as well as State and Federal regulations. Responsibilities include reviewing design plans for constructability and traffic safety, conducting preconstruction meetings, managing schedules and contract timelines, negotiating change orders, and processing pay applications. The role also requires preparing contract documents, evaluating field conditions, and ensuring compliance with approved plans and permits. In addition, the position supports transportation and infrastructure planning efforts by collecting and analyzing field data, evaluating pavement conditions, prioritizing maintenance needs, and contributing to capital improvement planning and budgeting. The incumbent may conduct traffic studies, review and approve traffic control plans, and ensure safe and efficient traffic flow through work zones. Strong communication is essential, as this role regularly interacts with contractors, residents, and public agencies, providing updates, addressing concerns, and maintaining transparency throughout project lifecycles.

ABOUT YOU

Engineering Technician I Training

• High School Diploma or GED Experience
• Some experience in construction inspections, surveying, soils and materials testing or related experience in civil engineering, surveying, and/or construction inspection preferred. Engineering Technician II Training
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates Degree in Civil Engineering or certification in related area preferred Experience
• Five (5) years of experience in project management, construction inspections, surveying, soils and materials testing or related experience in civil engineering, surveying, and/or construction inspection; AutoCAD/ LDD/ Civil 3D experience preferred.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Requires CDOT Inspection Certification (math, survey, plan reading); Asphalt Paving, Soils and Embankment Concrete. Construction Engineer Engineering Technician III Training

• Associates Degree in Civil Engineering or related field required Experience
• Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in project management, construction inspections, surveying, soils and materials testing or related experience in civil engineering, surveying, construction inspection, and training in field of traffic operations.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. AutoCAD/ LDD/ Civil 3D experience preferred. Requires CDOT Inspection Certification (math, survey, plan reading); Asphalt Paving, Soils and Embankment Concrete. Construction Engineer Traffic Control Supervisor Certification; Certifications for Traffic Control and Signs and Markings. Pavement management software. For a full job description, please click here.

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK AT THE CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE

Competitive Pay:

$27.80-43.43 /hr Company sponsored medical (United Health and Kaiser), dental, and vision plans Retirement Paid vacation, family leave, sick, and holiday time Bilingual incentive program Employer paid life insurance

FSA/HSA EAP

Positive, inclusive workplace Dedicated resources toward professional growth and development

HOURS OF WORK AND LOCATION

Hours of Work:

8am-5pm

Location:

City of Wheat Ridge Public Works Site. this role requires working outdoors, occasionally in varied or extreme temperatures (such as high heat, humidity, rain, snow, or cold) for portions of the workday. Please note that research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role. Please apply with a resume and cover letter here. No walk-ins, please. The City of Wheat Ridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, marital status or any other applicable characteristics protected by law, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification. The City of Wheat Ridge will consider reasonable accommodations for employment to qualified applicants upon request to the Human Resources Office.