The Opportunity
Ready to put your technical skills to work and help shape the community around you? The City of Mequon is hiring an Engineering Technician to join our Public Works team! From supporting infrastructure projects to coordinating field activities, this position offers a great mix of hands-on work and technical responsibilities. You'll be part of a collaborative team and enjoy a varied work environment. Looking for a stable career with great benefits, meaningful work, and the opportunity to make a difference right here in your community? This could be the perfect fit!

What You’ll Do

• Manage the City’s Pavement Surface Evaluation and Rating (PASER) system and develop 5-year road improvement plans and maps for road repaving and maintenance.
• Provide plan review and project management for road and construction projects including all phases of the bid process and award of contract.
• Design plans and develop project specifications in accordance with acceptable engineering practices.
• Assist with project management for City projects (road improvements, seal coating, drainage improvements, bike paths, sidewalks, sanitary sewer force main, parks, etc.).
• Perform survey work including topographic, drainage, boundary, and construction surveys.
• Inspect infrastructure construction done under private development.
• Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant City Engineer.

What We’re Looking For

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Associate’s degree in civil engineering or construction management or a minimum of 5 years of increasingly responsible duties in the field of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of computer-aided drafting, input and modifications of web-based GIS systems. Knowledge of survey field instruments and related software.
• Knowledge of the various elements of project management and construction inspection.
• Ability to effectively communicate and maintain good working relationships with contractors, developers, residents, etc.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and safe driving record at time of hire and throughout employment.

Benefits Available To You
Current salary range: $61,998 - $83,698. Starting salary: $61,998 - 66,647+/-, DOQ. The City offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Generous paid time off: 18 PTO days, plus 9.5 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive health insurance options for individuals and families.
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension plan.
• Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Access to supplemental benefits including vision, dental, accident, and pet insurance.
• Continuing education assistance and career development support.
• Annual wellness incentives, staff appreciation events, and additional scheduling from May through September.

Work Hours and Environment 
This is a full-time role with regular hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday from mid-October through mid-May. Alternate work hours from mid-May through mid-October are 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. to noon on Fridays. This position allows for good work/life balance! This team works both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.

Apply Today!
Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume, cover letter and a completed City of Mequon Employment Application to jobbank@cityofmequonwi.gov or by mail to Human Resources, 11333 N. Cedarburg Road, Mequon, WI 53092. The deadline for applications is 4:30 p.m. on December 4, 2026. 

About The City of Mequon
Nestled along the picturesque western shores of Lake Michigan, just north of Milwaukee, the City of Mequon offers the ideal balance of natural beauty, small-town charm, and convenience. The community of approximately 25,000 residents enjoys peaceful neighborhoods, a vibrant Town Center, scenic farmland, and connectivity to downtown Milwaukee via Interstate 43. Known for its low crime rate, top-rated schools and outstanding quality of life, the City of Mequon organization is comprised of 110 full-time employees, along with part-time and seasonal staff, all working together to serve our growing community.

For a full job description, visit: https://www.cityofmequonwi.gov/media/27761