Job Information
State of Minnesota Bridge Drafting Technician - Architectural Drafting Technician 2 in Oakdale, Minnesota
Working Title: Bridge Drafting Technician
Job Class: Architectural Drafting Technician 2
Agency: Transportation Department
Job ID : 84210
Location : Oakdale
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02/24/2025
Closing Date : 03/17/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
Division/Unit : Bridges / Bridge Design Section
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $25.33 - $35.69 / hourly; $52,889 - $74,520 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Bridge
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.
This posting is being used to fill two (2) vacancies.
These positions are located at the Bridge Office in Oakdale and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor.
These positions support the Bridge Office by drafting final structural plans and architectural drawings and is also responsible for reviewing structural plans prepared by others.
** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
Minimum Qualifications
An Associate's degree in Architectural, Mechanical or Electrical Drafting OR two years of architectural, mechanical or electrical drafting experience.
Knowledge of engineering principles, practices and techniques sufficient to compute alignments and grades.
Knowledge and application of AutoCAD or Microstation.
Knowledge of geometry, trigonometry, algebra and mathematics.
Graphic skills sufficient to represent the three-dimensional quality of bridge components into a two-dimensional plan format.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of OpenBridge Modeler.
Knowledge of unique details required in bridge plans.
Knowledge of structural design aspects of several types of bridges.
Knowledge of materials and bridge construction methods.
Additional Requirements
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, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.
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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.