Engineering Assistant I

Engineering Assistant I

Salary

$58,327.00 - $70,488.00 Annually

Location

City Hall 300 Monroe Ave NW Grand Rapids, MI

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

918-0826

Department

Engineering Services

Opening Date

08/31/2026

Closing Date

9/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Nature of Work

Nature of Work

This is a responsible technical support work performing a variety of engineering support tasks. Work is performed under the continuing supervision of an engineer, surveyor or other supervisor. The employee may serve as a lead worker over a crew and may be expected to give guidance and assistance to less experienced employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO ENGINEERING SERVICES :

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Inspects construction sites for soil erosion and sedimentation control compliance; ensures all external elements are in place in accordance with the approved plans.
• Drafts plans for various engineering improvements and installations; prepares construction drawings based on engineers notes, survey notes, field and records research and engineering calculations; updates utility maps, street number systems maps, plats, subdivision, and other engineering records based on "as built", survey notes and other information.
• Inspects methods and materials used by contractors to construct public improvements; ensures conformity with plans and specifications and intended results for construction a variety of public works improvement projects.
• Maintains a variety of records pertaining to utility and other public facilities and projects.
• Provides maps, plans, drawings and sketches to contractors, engineers, consultants and co-workers.
• Utilizes computers and computer programs to maintain project documents and records.
• Researches records to determine property ownership and obtain other relevant information; conducts research of engineering plans showing underground utilities and other city facilities and provides information to contractors, consultants, property owners and other
• Review and approves applications for utility, TOP, sidewalk and encroachment permits.
• Meets with contractors, property owners, and others to resolve complaints and problems.
• Works with contractors to help manage assigned contracts. Monitors work orders to verity and document completion.
• Enforce City ordinances as it pertains to sidewalk snow enforcement.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities specific to the Engineering Department:

• Inspect portions of the sidewalk network for non-complaint sidewalk

• Mark and create work orders for repair

• Follow up with citizen complaints for damaged sidewalk - and create sidewalk repair work orders

• Work with contractors and repair contracts, inspect contractor work for compliance with city specs and contract documents

• Approve work orders, quantities and restoration.

• Completed work orders (Cityworks) and close out work orders

• Perform Sidewalk Permit inspections for repairs made by private firms who are working within the ROW

• ( Winter Months) - Perform sidewalk inspections for snow complaints

• Work in inclement weather

• Work on un-even surfaces

Minimum Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma.
• -AND--
• At least two (2) years of experience in surveying, drafting, construction inspection or related work
• -OR--
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Required Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid Michigan drivers license or possession of a current valid license from another state and the ability to obtain a Michigan drivers license within 90 days of employment.

Other Information

We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

City of Grand Rapids Employee Benefits Webpage

01

Do you have at least a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have experience inspecting road and/or sidewalk construction, or related inspection work?

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered YES to the previous question, describe your experience inspecting road and/or sidewalk construction or related work. Include the length of time performing this work. If no expereince, write NA. Please do not enter - see resume

04

Select the years of experience you have in computer drafting (CAD).

• No prior experience
• 2-4 years
• 5-7 years
• 8+ years

05

Select the amount of experience you have in surveying.

• No prior experience
• 2-4 years
• 5-7 years
• 8+ years

06

Do you have a working knowledge of any of the computer software programs listed? (check all the apply)

• MS Outlook
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Sharepoint
• Accela Automation

07

Do you have expereince using Geographic Information System (GIS Software)?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered YES to the previous question, describe your use of GIS software. If no expereince, write NA.

09

Do you possess a valid Michigan Drivers License or a valid drivers license from another state?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Grand Rapids

Address 300 Monroe Ave, NW

8th Floor, Room 880

Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503-2206

Phone (616) 456-3176

Website http://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/jobs/human-resources-Department