Grading Inspector Jobs in Minneapolis, MN (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $72,057.50 - $92,832.74 Annually
Location : Medina, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26TRNS268FM110
Department: Transportation Project Delivery
Division: Trans Construction
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Hennepin County Public Works is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician to perform construction inspection and contract administration duties on road and bridge construction projects.
The Construction division is one of three divisions with the Transportation Project Delivery department. Hennepin County's Transportation department administers all functions associated with the county highway system. This department develops, operates and maintains a safe effective highway system throughout Hennepin County.
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Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at a post of duty, in a field environment within Hennepin County, and remote as job duties require. Post of duty will be located at Hennepin County Public Works facility, 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340. There is no public transportation to this facility. Work hours will be Monday through Friday between 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and are flexible. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.
New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About the position type:
This is a full-time, benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as Engineering Technician, Senior.
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In this position, you will:

• Assist project engineer with contract administration duties that include:
  • Preparing and maintaining construction diaries.
  • Documenting contracts pay quantities.
  • Tracking construction schedule and project budget.
  • Lead material testing functions to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Inspect road and bridge construction projects for adherence to contract specifications.
• Coordinate work and provide training to technicians.
• Serve as a lead inspector on average bridge and road construction projects.

Need to have:

• One of the following:
  • Five years or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work, including specialized experience in the function performed. Note: One of the following may be substituted for one year of the required experience:
    • Completion of an approved highway/civil engineering technology or land surveying training program.
    • 30 college semester credits or more in mathematics, geography, computer science or engineering-related technical courses.
  • Current Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level 3.
  • GIS Professional Certification (GISP).
  • Licensed Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT).
• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain; bend and stoop; work outdoors in all types of weather conditions and lift items weighing up to 60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice to have:

• Experience with:
  • Engineering design, survey, permitting processes, and inspection work.
  • Road or bridge construction experience and/or road or bridge construction inspection.
  • Construction or construction inspection.
• Knowledge of math functions such as algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and arithmetic.
• Certification(s) from MnDOT; bituminous street, concrete field 1, concrete field 2, grading & base 1, grading & base 2.
• Ability to:
  • Read and interpret MnDOT standard design manuals and technical memos, construction plans, specifications, and other job-related forms.
  • Communicate using visual, verbal, and written methods.
  • Direct a work team or coordinate work with intra-department groups.
  • Utilize complex civil engineering computer software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer, RT Vision, One Office and/or Microsoft Office.
  • Schedule prioritize and balance several tasks/projects.
  • Review and interpret contract plans and specifications.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, public agencies, subordinate and professional staff.
  • Analyze complex permitting, engineering; environmental, land surveying, and geographic information system problems and direct staff to resolve problems.
  • Read and interpret legal descriptions, laws and regulations.

About the department:
We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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Applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor on an on-going basis until the vacancy is filled.
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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.
Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Fahad Mansoor
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
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This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at a post of duty, in a field environment within Hennepin County, and remote as job duties require. Post of duty will be located at Hennepin County Public Works facility, 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340. There is no public transportation to this facility. Work hours will be Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and are flexible. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

02
The requirements of this position are:
A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County Driver's Permit.
Ability to walk on uneven terrain; bend and stoop; work outdoors in all types of weather conditions and lift items weighing up to 60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
Are you able and willing to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

03
Which of the following area(s) do you have experience? Check all that apply.

• Geographic information system application
• Land survey
• Technical non-professional highway
• Other related engineering work
• None of the above

04
How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have combined in the areas you selected in the previous question?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

05
Describe your professional experience in the area(s) you selected in the previous question, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience or other related engineering work, type "None" in the space provided.
06
Have you completed an approved highway/civil engineering technology program (full-time two-year program) or a land surveying training program?

• Yes
• No

07
List your relevant completed education making reference to school(s) attended, area(s) of study, certificate(s) and/or degree(s) earned. If you do not have any completed education, type 'None' in the space provided.
08
Do you have at least thirty (30) college quarter credits in mathematics, geography, computer science, and/or engineering related technical courses?

• Yes
• No

09
Which of the following certifications from MnDOT do you have? Check all that apply.

• Bituminous street
• Concrete field 1
• Concrete field 2
• Grading & base 1
• Grading & base 2
• Other
• I do not have any of these certifications

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If you checked ''Other'' in the previous question, please indicate the MnDOT certifications received. If this does not apply to you, type "None" in the space provided.
11
Do you have road or bridge construction experience and/or road or bridge construction inspection experience?

• Yes
• No

12
Describe your experience with road or bridge construction and/or road or bridge construction inspection, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
13
Do you have professional experience in construction or construction inspection other than roads and bridges?

• Yes
• No

14
Describe your professional experience in construction or construction inspection other than roads and bridges, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
15
Which of the following software applications do you have experience in? Check all that apply.

• I do not have this experience
• Microsoft Access Database
• Microsoft Office suite
• RtVision One Office
• Bluebeam
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Other

16
If you checked "other" in the previous question, please indicate the name of the related software. If this does not apply to you, type "None" in the space provided.
17
Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.

• College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)
• Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)
• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County (supervisor/manager, colleague, or Human Resources)
• Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee
• Hennepin County job notification emails
• Indeed.com
• Job fair or networking event
• LinkedIn
• Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)
• Professional association (ASCE, APWA, ISACA, etc.)
• Social media (Handshake, Facebook, X, Instagram, etc.)
• hennepin.jobs or governmentjobs.com

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For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source.
Required Question