Civil Technician

Application Deadline: 2026-03-06
Job Type: County
Job Description:

The Portage County Highway department has a seasonal opening as a Civil Technician. This position will start in May and will go through the end of the year. This position works 4 days a week, so you can enjoy a 3 day weekend during the spring and summer!

Pay starts at $20.44 / hr

The primary job responsibilities include:

Assist staff in various aspects of management of road construction work
Interpret construction plans
Quantify and document completed work
Assist with preliminary and construction surveys
Tying out section monuments prior to construction & reestablishing after completion
Assist in drafting of construction and traffic control plans
Assist in updating of Gantt Chart construction schedule
Perform traffic counts
Assist with storm water inspections, DNR General Permit applications, and other permitting requirements

Minimum qualifications include:

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Post High School classes in the Civil Engineering field required, Associate degree preferred.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Prior experience in a similar work environment preferred.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Portage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

https://www.co.portage.wi.gov/

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