CADD Designer - Transportation Generalist Senior or Transportation Generalist

What drives you? At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota’s nationally recognized transportation system.
We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system.
You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good.
You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota.
You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization.
MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.
Job Details Working Title: CADD Designer - Transportation Generalist Senior or Transportation Generalist Job Class: Transportation Generalist Agency: Transportation Dept *This was previously announced 11/9/23-11/30/23 and is being re-posted for additional candidates.
If you previously applied, you do not need to re-apply.
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 12/02/2023 Closing Date: 12/27/2023 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 4-AFSCME Division/Unit: District 4 - Detroit Lakes / D-4 Design Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Transportation Generalist Sr Salary Range: $25.
15 - $32.
52 / hourly; $52,513 - $67,902 / annually Transportation Generalist Salary Range: $23.
34 - $29.
28 / hourly; $48,733 - $61,136 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME Work Area: Detroit Lakes Headquarters FLSA Status: Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job.
Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary NOTE: This posting represents a multi-level posting.
If this position is not filled by qualified applicants at the Transportation Generalist Senior level, it will be filled at the Transportation Generalist level.
Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to: Function: Design Completes computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) functions and calculations and applies software programs used to perform technical detail designing and drafting of plans.
Gathers data from other functional areas and follows standards for drafting construction plan(s) and reviews to ensure compliance with CADD data standards and MnDOT’s design standards.
Creates /revises alignments, profiles, cross-sections and super elevations for construction plans.
Computes estimated quantities and pay items for construction plans.
Assists in developing and designing elements for construction plans to ensure MnDOT, AASHTO, and FHWA standards are met.
Uses and maintains project information in an efficient manner so information is readily available for plan preparation and other uses.
Generates cross-sections and assists with construction limits and earthwork computations.
Assists with cost estimates and in making design decisions with prescribed limits.
Conducts background research on assigned issues.
Function: Contract Administration (Roadway and/or Bridge Construction) Assists the Chief Inspector on a significant portion of complex projects by completing complex inspection activities to ensure successful completion of projects.
Performs construction inspections and verifies the dimensions and tolerances of constructed roadway features to ensure conformance to plans and specifications.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist Senior level can be achieved with: Two years of experience performing roadway, bridge or transportation design activities using Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) or equivalent or related activities.
A combination of one year experience performing preliminary design, roadway or bridge construction, materials, soils, surveys, and/or right of way or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience performing design activities.
Note: A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience.
(In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).
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.
If positions are not filled at the Transportation Generalist Senior level, they will be filled at the Transportation Generalist level by utilizing the following minimum qualifications.
The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist level can be achieved with: Experience in contract administration (roadway and/or bridge construction), bridge maintenance, bridge safety inspection, design, hydraulics, materials, soils, permits, planning, pre-design, right of way, road\surface/roadside maintenance, snow/ice, surveys, and/or traffic engineering.
AND A minimum of six months experience in performing design activities which must include computer aided drafting and design (CADD).
OR A two-year Civil Technology Degree 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.
Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following: 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 Pre-employment physical Applicants are required to take a math and reading assessment.
A passing score of level 5 or higher on the math portion of the computerized test and level 5 or higher on the computerized reading test.
Passing scores are valid for five years.
The job offer is contingent on passing a basic math and reading test.
Application Details Why Work For Us GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive.
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace.
We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them.
We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.
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Contact If you have questions about the position, contact Alicia Isakson at alicia.
isakson@state.
mn.
us or 218-846-3507.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer.
We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans.
The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities.
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dot@state.
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