This is a Civil Service Position. Therefore, an eligibility list must be created to hire from. ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF ELIGIBILITY LISTS APPLICATION DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., October 7, 2024 Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted to participate in the Assessment Process to create a Civil Service list. For more information on the Civil Service requirements or process, please click here. This is a position that is covered under our Public Works Union. The full contract can be found here. Starting salary of $21.14 per hour. The Engineering Technician I is a member of our Civil Engineering team that performs related work for environmental, water, sewer, street, and other public works projects and programs. This position inspects, documents, and tracks use of the Right-of-Way; performs control testing of concrete materials; assists in surveying operations, field measurements; and project inspection; locates sewer lines, including on call emergencies after hours; and can perform engineering observation on projects with oversight from supervisor or an Engineering Tech II. Training / Education and Experience Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)Valid driver’s licenseCertifications to inspect/document field quantities; Iowa DOT Portland Cement Concrete I (PCC1) Certification and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA1) Certification Required within 12 months of hire Skill / Abilities Requirements Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance;Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads;Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar;Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and their applications;Maintain records and prepare reportsUses computers and related software applications; The full job description can be found here. Online applications may be submitted here. Applicants who are residents of the State of Iowa eligible for veteran’s preference must submit proof of applicable military service dates (Section 400.10 Code of Iowa 2018, as amended).  Job description and physical requirements are available for review and made a part of this notice by reference.  ADA accommodation requests must be received at the Human Resources office prior to application deadline.  EOE/H If you require any accommodations or assistance during the online assessment due to a disability, please do not hesitate to reach out for support. We are committed to ensuring that all participants have equitable access to the assessment environment. For help, please contact Human Resources - 641-683-0604 or 641-683-0625 at least one week in advance of the assessment date. Our team is here to assist you and provide the necessary resources to facilitate your participation.