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Job Description
CADD AND GIS TECHNICIAN 3
Recruitment #2606-1859DC-001 List Type Original
Requesting Department
DPW-WATER-ENGINEERING
Open Date 6/18/2026 3:35:00 PM
Filing Deadline 7/10/2026 11:59:00 PM
HR Analyst Nola Nelson
INTRODUCTION
The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you are passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity. PURPOSE The CADD and GIS Technician 3 conducts updates and maintenance of Milwaukee Water Works (MWW) mapping and the Geographic Information System (GIS), and prepares and designs engineering construction drawings and plans using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software for the MWW Capital Improvements Program (CIP).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS GIS DATA MANAGEMENT
Create, modify and oversee GIS workflows.
Develop and maintain mapping applications in collaboration with the MWW GIS Developer - Senior.
Maintain Engineering GIS standards and records of all map updates, plan as-builts and other revisions.
Train CADD and GIS Technicians to ensure proper maintenance of MWW mapping and
GIS. DRAFTING AND ENGINEERING DESIGN
Use current CADD software to prepare and design capital improvement projects, including water main replacement, lead service line replacement, and water plant facility projects such as electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and process systems.
Use electrical power system software to perform modeling and preliminary analysis of electrical systems.
Perform layout and design of automation control cabinets using current automation software.
Train CADD and GIS Technicians to ensure proper drafting and design standards are followed.
PERMIT REVIEW
Perform permit review using the City of Milwaukee computerized permit system.
Ensure completeness of the review to protect MWW infrastructure from encroaching/conflicting structures, proposed installations and construction methods.
Prepare as-built plans, records, and water service connection reports and respond to Digger's Hotline requests.
Train CADD and GIS Technicians to ensure proper permit review and hotline responses.
RECORDS AND RESEARCH
Request, record and maintain survey and utility locate requests for Engineering capital improvement projects.
Maintain the electronic filing of engineering plans and maps, and associated data.
Develop and maintain utility security system drawing records.
Review and modify Engineering drafting and design standards. We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, perform repetitive motions, and lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Four years of municipal or utility engineering technician experience as an Engineering Technician or a CADD and GIS Technician, which includes two years of experience using CADD and/or GIS software performing drafting, design, and GIS map update duties related to the essential functions listed above.
Valid driver's license at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.
NOTE:
College-level engineering curriculum courses, for which an average grade equivalent to "C" was earned, may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience. Substitution will be made on the basis that five credits equals three months of experience, and no substitution will be made for fewer than five credits.
NOTICE:
Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates' education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER CHARACTERISTICS TECHNICAL
Skill in effectively utilizing CADD software.
Skill in effectively utilizing GIS software.
Ability to train and familiarize new CADD and GIS technicians with various types of drafting and mapping work assignments.
Ability to utilize and understand City mapping layers and GIS data sets and understand legal descriptions.
Knowledge of mathematical calculations used for drafting and design.
Knowledge of construction practices.
Skill in updating and maintaining engineering records, engineering databases, and plat pages.
Proficiency using standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to produce accurate and detailed plans, drawings, maps, and diagrams for various types of construction projects using CADD and GIS software.
Ability to read and interpret technical job-related documents such as construction drawings, technical drawings, and specifications.
COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL
Written communication skills, including the ability to write technical reports and business correspondence.
Verbal communication skills in order to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and colleagues.
Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with coworkers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.
Ability to provide a high level of professional customer service.
CRITICAL THINKING
Problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate options and find the best solutions.
Planning, organizational, and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize work with varying deadlines and maintain accurate records.
Honesty, integrity, and the ability to use City resources responsibly.
CURRENT SALARY
The current salary range (Pay Range 3TN) is $63,648-$87,738 annually, and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $66,194-$91,247 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.
BENEFITS
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following: Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Wellness Program
Onsite Clinic Services
Onsite Employee Assistance Program
Alternative Work Schedules
Long Term Disability Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Tuition Benefits
Paid Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
Flexible Spending Arrangement
Commuter Value Pass For full details of the benefits the City of Milwaukee offers, please visit
SELECTION PROCESS THE SELECTION PROCESS
will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test; a structured interview; or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.
INITIAL FILING DATE
- The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative dates or times for the selection process. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLICATIONS
and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
CONCLUSION EEO 303
The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.