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Working Title: Design Technician

Job Class: Transportation Generalist

Agency: Transportation Department

*This was previously announced and is being re-posted for additional candidates. If you previously applied, you do not need to re-apply.

+ **Job ID** : 85398

+ **Location** : Rochester

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes (see Job Summary for details)

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 05/03/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 05/21/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Department / Transportation-District 6-AFSCME

+ **Division/Unit** : District 6C- ADE Program Delivery / Project Development

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $24.39 - $30.60 / hourly; $50,926 - $63,892 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

+ **Work Area** : Rochester

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

**MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the start of employment.

This position is located in Rochester and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

Job Duties: Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to:

+ Performs basic/routine technical computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) in accordance with CADD data standards to meet deadlines.

+ Assists design leader in preparing plans in accordance with MnDOT standards so that plans are delivered in a timely manner.

+ Assists in preparing preliminary design layouts in accordance with geometric and environmental standards to meet deadlines.

+ Assists with performing basic/routine horizontal and vertical geometric designs with typical sections in accordance with MnDOT design standards.

+ Assists in creating quantity and tabulation tables and charts and performs calculations to ensure they are filled in completely and correctly in accordance with design standards.

+ Assembles standard details and drawings to have complete plans for contract lettings.

+ Assists in assembling and cross-checking construction plans to provide an accurate and complete set of bidding documents.

+ Conducts background research on assigned issues.

Minimum Qualifications

**Part 1:** The level of experience to perform this job at the **Transportation Generalist** level can be achieved with:

+ One year of experience utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) or performing related activities.

OR

+ A two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree; OR one of the following four-year degrees may substitute for one year of experience: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

AND

+ Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

**Part 2:** Candidates that are made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. The required passing score for the Math portion is a level 5 or higher and the Reading portion is a level 5 or higher. (Acceptance of the position is contingent on passing a math and reading assessment test.)

Preferred Qualifications

+ Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist

+ A Class D Driver’s License.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ SEMA4 Records Check

+ Criminal History Check

+ Employment Reference Check

+ Education/License Verification

+ Driver's License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.