Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Engineering Technician
Career Insights for Surveyor
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Wisconsin data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Surveyor measures the surface of the Earth and collects data used to make maps, set boundaries, and determine the shape and contour of sections of land. Uses global positioning system (GPS) and global information system (GIS) technology to make measurements. May specialize in measurements to determine airspace boundaries; may conduct marine or hydrographic surveys to measure bodies of water and determine shorelines and water flow and depth.
$71,375 / year median in Wisconsin
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Do you enjoy designing and constructing public infrastructure? The City of West Allis is looking for a dedicated Engineering Technician to join our team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who thrive in both office and field settings, assisting with municipal projects that shape our community. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including contributory medical coverage, fully paid dental benefits, a dual pension program, and paid time off. West Allis residents earn an additional 5% on top of the pay range. Apply Today! Click Here To Review Job Description (PDF) Inspects construction projects for compliance with plans, specifications, safety and accepted engineering practices. Maintains records of types of materials, quantities, costs and change orders involved in contract work. Measures and samples test materials from street paving and underground utility projects. Performs CAD drafting work from notes and sketches on engineering projects. Determines quality of trenching, shoring, backfilling and compaction as well as quantity and quality of concrete, asphalt and other materials. Coordinates inspection activities between contractors, public utilities and public works engineers. Click Here To Review Full Job Duties (PDF) Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of recent training and relevant paid work experience. Experience on a survey crew, as inspector on heavy construction projects such as pavements and underground utilities, or as draftsperson responsible for the preparation of designs, detailed drawings, studies or preliminary plans 1-2 years of recent engineering technician work experience including engineering field work and engineering office work experience for a municipality, public works organization or equivalent. Ability to utilize software in accordance with the needs of the department. Demonstrated proficiency in Microstation/AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite programs - including Microsoft Outlook (mail, calendar, tasks), Word (templates, forms, mail merge, reviewing) and Excel; and Adobe Acrobat. Advanced skills in math and English writing/grammar skills. Experience working with groups of people from diverse backgrounds. Click Here To Review Job Qualifications (PDF)