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Summary of Job

Located in the southeast corner of Washington County and in the northwest corner of the Milwaukee metropolitan area, the Village of Germantown is growing.  Due to continued development activity and an increase in day-to-day business the Village of Germantown is expanding it's Engineering Section in the Department of Public Works.  Under direction of the Village Engineer and the Director of Public Works the Engineering Technician will play a substantial role in shaping the department and the village for years to come.  The Engineering Technician will employ drafting, surveying and inspections skills for streets, sewer, water and facilities projects ensuring they are completed efficiently, safely and accurately.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with and Conducts field inspections, documents daily construction progress, completes inspection reports for erosion control and quantities of materials constructed and installed.
• Communicates with contractors and engineers regarding construction projects.
• Maintains a daily record of work performed.
• Coordinates street and utility work in the right-of-way with Village staff, private utilities, the WDNR, and residents.
• Updates construction drawings, based on survey data, prepares as-built record drawings of completed construction projects for utilities.
• Uses the Village’s Geographic Information System to update and maintain records.
• Performs data collection for public works projects.
• Receives and attempts to resolve complaints and problems from residents related to Village projects,
• Inspects and closes out permits issued by the Engineering Department
• Prepares base drawings, including zoning and ordinance maps\
• Maintains and updates records for streets, stormwater and utility systems, maps, drawings and plans.
• Inspects public works construction projects to ensure work is completed according to the specifications and plans. Coordinates work with contractors, maintains contact with residents, coordinates testing, field measures the completed work, reviews and recommends change orders. Maybe required to work late and or after hours, typically for asphalt paving and concrete construction observation.
• Assists with the issuance and oversite of Village permits, including inspection of completed projects when needed; coordinates with property owners, utility companies and contractors to track permit status.
• Leads and attends pre-construction meetings.
• Assists with the routine preparation of the mileage map and report.
• Assists with the updates and maintenance of the Public Works webpages.
• Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent
• An associate degree in civil engineering is preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in municipal engineering or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in construction of streets and highways, sanitary sewers, water mains, stormwater ponds and drainage projects along with other work pertinent to Public Works projects preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License or ability to obtain and maintain one required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Desire to learn and take an active role in quality assurance, inspection, and project management of the Village’s infrastructure maintenance and improvement programs.
• Practical knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Ability to prepare and present a variety of technical reports, specifications and contracts for public works projects.
• Knowledge of municipal development.
• Knowledge of construction procedures, project estimating, final quantity computations, bid tabulations, and project management.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and complete critical path tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work well with the public, contractors, and other staff; ability to obtain approval and/or consensus with others.
• Have knowledge and understanding of general construction practices of municipal infrastructure, desirable to have a thorough working knowledge of Standard Specifications for Sewer and Water in Wisconsin (Green Book).