Job Description
Engineering Technician I - Construction Inspection Salary $27.78 - $35.58 Hourly Location Lincoln, NE Job Type Full time/probationary or status Job Number 202600299C Department County Engineers Division Administrative Opening Date 05/22/2026 Closing Date 5/29/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Job Posting Information Join the County Engineering Department in a hands-on, advanced technical role supporting complex engineering and construction projects. You'll work with minimal supervision, apply strong surveying and drafting skills, and help ensure projects are built right—from plans to final inspection.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform advanced surveying for complex construction projects Draft and review surveys and construction plans (manual & CAD) Conduct property research, boundary surveys, and monument restoration Inspect construction work and materials for quality and compliance Assist with bridge inspections and coordinate system re-establishment Serve as a liaison between contractors, the public, and County staff Train and guide crew members on assigned projects Desirable Knowledge, Abilities & Skills/Desirable Training & Experience:
Strong knowledge of land surveying and engineering principles Ability to read and interpret plans, maps, and legal descriptions Solid math skills related to surveying, drafting, and construction Experience with drafting, mapping, and computer-based systems Skill using surveying, inspection, and testing equipment Ability to work outdoors in varied terrain and weather conditions Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset Why This Role If you enjoy technical work, problem-solving in the field, and seeing projects take shape from start to finish, this role puts you right at the center of impactful public infrastructure work. Minimum Qualifications/Necessary Special Requirements:
Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent and some experience performing drafting, surveying, and/or engineering work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills. Necessary Special Requirement:
Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to be insured by the County's insurance carrier. Hours:
FULL TIME
; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This position could require working overtime including working the same hours as the contractor which could include some weekends and holidays. We value each Lancaster County employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position: Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance. We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 10 days of vacation leave and 13 days of sick leave that begin accruing upon hire plus 11 paid holidays and 20 hours of non-cumulative personal holidays per calendar year. All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait! 30 days of Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching. Up to 3 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave $30,000 of Life Insurance 401(a) Retirement Plan . When you make an 8% contribution, the County will match your contribution 100%. Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses Optional benefits include: Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Allstate Voluntary Plans Supplemental Term Life Deferred Compensation Plans 01 APPLICATION COMPLETION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
To successfully complete your application, please make sure you read each statement below and check ALL boxes prior to submission. 1. This application is hand scored. 2. ALL questions must be fully answered to receive full credit. 3. "See Resume", or answers such as "See ___" are not acceptable responses and will not receive full credit. 4. Copied/Pasted answers will not receive full credit. 5. ALL employers and education referred to in answers must be listed in the Work History and Education sections of the application for verification and to receive full credit. 6. I understand I am responsible for the accuracy and completeness of my application. 7. I Acknowledge that I have read and understand each of the above statements. 02 Indicate if you have a college-level coursework in the following (check all applicable): Engineering Drafting Mathematics Material testing Related field (specify below) None 03 If checking related field, please specify the field. If not applicable, enter n/a. 04 Do you have experience in drafting, surveying, and/or engineering work? No experience Yes, less than 6 months experience Yes, 6 months to 2 years experience Yes, 2 to 4 years experience Yes, more than 4 years experience 05 If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience and provide examples of your work duties. If no experience, enter N/A. 06 Do you have experience in construction surveying? Yes No 07 If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience and provide examples of your work duties. If no experience, enter N/A. 08 Do you have experience receiving general work assignments from department superiors and developing necessary work procedures to achieve desired project results? Yes No 09 If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience and provide examples of your work duties. If no experience, enter N/A. 10 Do you have experience supervising or performing work duties in high traffic situations, executing safety precautions, and traffic control? Yes No 11 If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience and provide examples of your work duties. If no experience, enter N/A. 12 Do you have experience in construction inspection? Yes No 13 If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience and provide examples of your work duties. If no experience, enter N/A. 14 Do you have experience reading plans and interpreting specifications? Yes No 15 If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience and provide examples of your work duties. If no experience, enter N/A. 16 This position could require working overtime including working the same hours as the contractor which could include some weekends and holidays. Acknowledge 17 Possession of a valid driver's license when operating a vehicle is necessary to the satisfactory performance of assigned duties. Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 18 For verification purposes please list the state that issued the license and your driver's license number. 19 I understand that applicants for Lancaster County positions will have their driving records checked through the State of Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicle to ensure they meet the insurable standards under the County's automobile insurance policy. (NOTE:
A check will only be made on the top applicant.) Acknowledge Required Question Employer City of Lincoln/Lancaster County Address 555 South 10th Street, Room 302 Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508 Phone (402) 441-7597 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lincolnne/default.cfm
