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Salary: $31.11 - $41.76 Hourly
Location : 229 Tyler Road N., Red Wing, MN
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 26-00049
Department/Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/10/2026 4:30 PM Central
Job Summary
Prepares technical CAD drawings and construction plans; assists with design within established specifications using field data; and supports cost estimating for construction projects. Provides engineering support services including conducting initial surveys, staking construction sites, performing construction inspections, and preparing final record drawings. Starting Pay is $31.11 per hour.
Hiring Schedule
Job Posting: 5/27-6/10
Interviews: Mid June
Start Date: TBD
*Date subject to change*
Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties:
Day-to-Day:

• Perform drafting tasks requiring the reduction of field notes to plan and map form and create other drawings as required.
• Perform all necessary computer aided drafting in the preparation of construction plans.
• Assist supervisory staff with the preliminary and final design of detailed municipal construction projects; create legal description documents for review by supervisory staff.
• Assists in preparation of project cost splits, estimates, and other spreadsheets utilizing MS Excel software.
• Assists in developing project specifications, supplemental agreements, change orders, work orders, etc. for bid and construction documents.
• Create and maintain computer generated (CAD) and hand drafted maps of existing infrastructure.
• Create and maintain specialty maps and plans as required.
• Maintain all computerized and hand drafted plats and tax maps, updating them as required.
• Stake out construction plans, provide grades, and alignment for street improvements, including streets, curb, gutter, water, and sewer.
• Conduct precise construction and preliminary surveying and associated engineering work.
• Prepare and update time sheets for the Engineering Department.
• Locate existing utilities and stake proposed utilities for contractors and construction crews.
• Process right of way utility permits from utility companies.
• Perform field construction inspection and evaluation on most municipal types of construction work.
• Expect to perform outdoor field work during construction season.

Regularly:

• Attends construction meetings to address issues and concerns prior to and during construction.
• Assists with special assessment calculations, computes the portion of cost attributable to the property owner and creates spreadsheets.
• Complete various office duties, including creating time sheets, ordering office supplies, plotter maintenance, etc.
• Assist with the maintenance and submittal of annual state aid needs and road mileage certification to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Certifications, Physical Requirements
Experience Required: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a municipal or civil engineering position utilizing AutoCAD.
Minimum Education Requirements: Associate degree in drafting, engineering, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification: Valid MN Class D driver's license or equivalent, Minnesota Certified Construction Technician card with Erosion/Sediment Control - Inspector and Level II competencies in Bituminous Street, Concrete Field, and Grading and Base must be obtained within two (2) years of hire.
Physical:

• Works primarily in the office and must be able to sit for long periods of time at a computer.
• Occasional time is spent in the field or at construction sites, so incumbent must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Intermittent exposure to all manner of unknown materials that enter the waste stream, some of which are likely to present hazards if not correctly handled.
• Stand, walk, bend, and stoop as appropriate to survey sites.
• Intermittently lift 30-50 lbs. of surveying and other related equipment, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally.
• Protective gear, including gloves, hardhat, vest, steel toe boots, and eye protection may be worn intermittently.
• Work in confined spaces occasionally.
• Work safely next to moving traffic and loud noises on an intermittent basis.
• Ability to work long hours such as 60 hours per week drafting and/or on construction projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
An employee in this class must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application:
Knowledge

• AutoCAD Civil 3D software.
• Surveying instruments GPS Robotic Total Station.
• Topographic surveying.
• Mathematics to perform engineering calculations.
• Utility and street construction practices.
• Thorough understanding of City's functions, policies, and procedures.

Skills

• Strong mathematical and design skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong written and oral communications and public relations skills.
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
• Follow and relay complex oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
• Operate a variety of office equipment, including computer terminal, printer, calculator, fax and copier.

Abilities

• Communicate professionally with public and contractors while on project sites and in the office.
• See colors and understand blueprints and technical drawings.
• Provide work direction to others.
• Prioritize work appropriately and meet deadlines.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of associates.

Health Benefits
Medical Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield
2 Network choices & 3 plan options.
The three plans we offer are a $1,500 single/$3,000 family Deductible Plan with VEBA, a $3,500 single/$7,000 family HDHP with HSA, $6,350 single/$12,700 family HDHP with HSA and a City Paid AFLAC Accident Plan.
The City will make VEBA or HSA contributions, amount depends on the network and plan selected.
Participate in the City's Biometric Screening Incentive Program & save $20.84 per month for a single plan and $31.25 per month for employees and spouses on medical premiums. If participate in the screening you will receive an 8-hour wellness day that has to be used within the year.
KAVIRA
Eligible employees enrolled in City of Red Wing's health insurance (and members of their household) will be enrolled with Kavira at no cost to them. Kavira is a direct primary care service that provides same-day virtual care with at home/work visit follow-up and access to 300 free prescription medications. Kavira treats acute and chronic conditions, provides non-emergency imaging, lab and preventative services.
Health Insurance Opt-Out Program
The City will pay $4,200 for the year to eligible individuals who have an alternative source of group health coverage that is not part of the City's group plan. The opt-out payment will be prorated for the balance of the plan year. You will receive $350 in the form of taxable income on the 1st pay period of each month.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - WEX
Set aside pre-tax dollars from each paycheck for qualified health and dependent care expenses.
1. Health Care FSA - used to pay for eligible medical, dental, and vision care expenses.
2. Dependent Care FSA - used to pay for eligible dependent care services, such as preschool, summer day camp, and before or after school programs
Dental Insurance - Mutual of Omaha
Single, Employee +1, and family coverage options are available.
Vision Insurance -

1. Base Plan benefit available to all employees and dependents enrolled in a health plan through The Standard at no cost to the employee. This is a reimbursement plan of up to $150 calendar year maximum.
2. Buy-up plan is the VSP Choice Network. The employee pays for plan premium if you choose a buy-up plan.

City Paid Life Insurance - Mutual of Omaha
The City provides $50,000 in basic life insurance & AD&D at no cost.
Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for themselves, their spouses, and dependents.
City Paid Long-term Disability Insurance - Metlife
Paid Time Off
Vacation
Sick
Holidays and Floating Holiday
Retirement Benefits
Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA):
Membership in PERA is automatic for non-elected public employees who meet minimum salary and position eligibility requirements set by Minnesota statute. Both the employee and the City contribute to the employee's PERA benefit.
457 Deferred Compensation Plans
The City offers deferred compensation plans through the following organizations: Nationwide and Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan (MNDCP).
Tuition Reimbursement
Regular full and part-time employees who have completed probation are eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement. The City will reimburse 100% of approved qualified education related expenses for approved educational courses to an annual maximum of $5,250 per calendar year. All courses must be pre-approved by the Department Head and Administrative Services.
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Wellness Programs

• Blue Cross Advisor - lets you seamlessly connect to all your benefits, claims, rewards, and more. You'll get information based on your benefits and history along with recommendations on steps you can take to improve your health. Earn up to $240 per year by being active.
• Omada - is an online program that uses behavior science to help people lose weight, reduce their risk for chronic disease such as diabetes and heart disease, and feel better than they have in years. Welcome kit - Blood glucose meter, test strips, blood pressure monitor.
• Learn to Live - offers mental health support through customized online programs based on the proven principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The programs are confidential, accessible anywhere, and based on years of research showing online CBT programs to be as effective as face-to-face therapy.

Employee Health and Wellness
M Heath Fairview: Our employee assistance program, this plan includes:
• 4 free counseling sessions, phone, and in-person options
• Legal services
• Identity theft prevention & support
• Member website with articles and webinars
Financial Wellness
Free comprehensive financial plan through intellicents - meet with a financial planner and receive a written financial plan!
Free Life Steps financial wellness app that encourages behavioral changes around money management
Worksite Benefits through AFLAC
Worksite benefits offer supplemental coverage for specific conditions/situations. These policies are offered as optional purchases and provide coverage alongside traditional health insurance plans.

• Accident Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Hospitalization
• Short Term Disability

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