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Job Description
The Public Works Department is seeking an Engineering Aide II to support land surveying and engineering activities that are critical to the successful delivery of public infrastructure projects. Working as part of a survey crew, you will assist with field data collection, construction staking, survey equipment operation, and project documentation to help deliver safe and reliable public infrastructure. Here's what you can expect to do as an Engineering Aide II - Land Surveying Instrument Person Operate survey equipment, including total stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, digital levels, and data collectors under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief. Collect, record, and verify field data for boundary, topographic, construction, utility, and right-of-way surveys. Perform construction staking, grade staking, and as-built surveys for public infrastructure projects. Locate and mark property corners, monuments, utility features, and right-of-way boundaries, and set survey markers (monuments, hubs, stakes, nails) as directed. Maintain, calibrate, and prepare survey equipment, vehicles, and field supplies to support daily operations. Support office and data processing tasks, including CAD drafting, survey computations, mapping, and GIS data maintenance. For more information and essential functions, see the Engineering Aide II job description. . Information Specific to this
Position:
All vacancies are 100% onsite working Monday - Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the majority of work performed in the field requiring driving to different sites.
Our Benefits:
We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time. The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill positions as they become available in various departments within the City.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:
The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. Completion of one year in a Civil Technology program at a technical college or equivalent. OR One year of course work acceptable toward an undergraduate degree in Civil engineering as offered by the U of M or equivalent. OR Two years as an Engineering Aide I or equivalent. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application including answers to supplemental questions by the closing date. Upload or submit the following document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) A resume (optional) First time applying online? ?Read our How to Apply Online Guide . Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Assessment:
Qualifications Rating The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
Promotion Only Job Posting:
This posting is open to current City of Saint Paul employees who meet the Civil Service promotion rule, which includes two years certified service. The promotion eligible list is ranked. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months.
Promotion Final Selection Process:
You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire based on civil service rules. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening:
Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying with education.
Human Resources Contact Information :
Trisha Freiberger at 651-266- 6481
Email :
trisha.freiberger@stpaul.gov Veteran's Preference for
Promotional Candidates:
I f you are a disabled veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statutes 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your confirmation from the Veterans Administration of a permanent service-connected disability rated at fifty percent (50%) or more preferably at time of application . Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
