Minnesota Department of Transportation · 23 hours ago
Erosion Control Technician - Transp Prog Specialist 3
St Paul, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$29.25/hr - $42.94/hr
3+ years expThe Minnesota Department of Transportation is dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. They are seeking an Erosion Control Technician to provide technical support and consultation on erosion control and stormwater management for transportation infrastructure projects. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to ensure environmental compliance and reduce impacts on natural resources.
GovernmentInfrastructureNon ProfitTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide statewide technical support and consultation with district staff to control erosion, manage stormwater, and establish vegetation during the design, construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure
Work with internal and external stakeholders to reduce environmental impacts and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal environmental laws, rules, and policies
Occasionally travel throughout Minnesota experiencing weekly long days, occasional overnights
Qualification
Required
Three (3) years of professional experience in the areas noted below:
Experience applying erosion and stormwater management practices sufficient to review plans and construction projects and recommend effective and practical methods of protecting the environment and complying with applicable regulations
Experience interpreting National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Construction Stormwater Permit requirements sufficient to evaluate the compliance of construction plans and projects
Communication skills (oral and written) sufficient to clearly and persuasively explain complex technical information, environmental permit requirements, erosion and stormwater management methods, and vegetation establishment to MnDOT staff and contractors
Experience with desktop applications (word processing, spreadsheets, database management) sufficient to analyze data, produce and manage data, documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and create reports
A valid Minnesota class D license
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in soil science, plant science, environmental science, biosystems engineering, or related field
Experience dealing with regulatory agencies such as DNR, MPCA, FHWA, COE, MDA, BWSR, and watershed districts, and the ability to maintain productive working relationships among those agencies
Working experience with highway construction and methods sufficient to predict the impact of those methods on erosion and stormwater management
Experience with the planting and establishment of native and non-native grasses and forbs
Research experience in soil erosion control and vegetation establishment
Ability to identify common native and non-native plants, including invasive species, at the adult and seedling stages
Thorough knowledge of Mn/DOT's policies, programs, and procedures
Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Tuition reimbursement MnDOT Student Loan Reimbursement Program (Visit Student Loan Reimbursement - Policies - MnDOT (state.mn.us) for more information).
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Company
Minnesota Department of Transportation
The Minnesota Department of Transportation manages transportation infrastructure and services in Minnesota.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Josh Knatterud-Hubinger
Chief Financial Officer
Craig Lenz
Principal Engineer - Local Partnership Program & Agreements
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