Job Details

Engineering Technician

SALARY: $8155 - $9783/month (Effective 7/13/2026)

OPENING DATE: 05/13/2026

CLOSING DATE: 6/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Under general supervision, performs routine technical subprofessional engineering office and/or field work; and performs related duties as required.

Join our team and play a key role in supporting the infrastructure that delivers essential water services to our community. Under general supervision, this position performs a wide range of technical engineering support duties in both office and field environments, contributing to the planning, maintenance, and operation of District facilities and systems.

This journey-level role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, apply technical skills in real-world settings, and take on increasingly complex and independent assignments. As a valued member of the engineering support team, you will provide advanced technical assistance to engineering staff while gaining hands-on experience in field investigations, system analysis, mapping, and infrastructure support.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy a combination of fieldwork, technical problem-solving, mapping, data analysis, and collaboration in support of essential public water services.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

• Typical duties for all incumbents may include but are not limited to the following.
• Gather information required for field location of District facilities;
• Make field measurements and sketches;
• Perform calculations and analyses;
• Maintain and update a variety of water supply and water distribution systems records, charts and maps.
• May assist in conducting field work related to District facility installations and property transactions.
• Prepare records, reports, and correspondence.
• May act in a lead role for researching or obtaining system measurements in the field.

In addition to the duties listed above, incumbents assigned to this classification may perform the additional duties listed below, respective to their assigned section. The District may also assign incumbents to multiple sections listed below, based on business need:

Assignments in the Records Section may also:

• Use computer aided drafting (CAD) and geographic information systems (GIS) software.
• Create, update, and prepare maps, plans, profiles and detailed drawings from notes and sketches, utilizing GIS and AutoCAD software.
• Locate and mark underground pipes and facilities.
• Create, retrieve, and maintain engineering records in CAD, GIS, digital (PDF) and/or hard copy (drawings, ties, maps, schematics).
• Assist in updating District GIS infrastructure network data and feature layers in associated enterprise geodatabases.
• Provide assistance with GIS server administration and maintenance as needed, including the development of custom tools, workflows, web map applications, and GIS user support activities.
• Provide assistance with the CAD systems administration and maintenance as needed.

Assignments in the Records Section as a Pipe Locator may also:

• Use computer aided drafting (CAD) and/or geographic information systems (GIS) software.
• Leads pipe location workflow projects, relays information, and coordinates with other work groups on more complex tasks.
• Locate and mark underground pipes and facilities.
• Prioritize and assign pipe locating tickets
• Document corrections of records and communicate discrepancies or format changes with field crews, as needed.

Experience & Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and uses of algebra, geometry, trigonometry.
• Principles and techniques of computer aided drafting (CAD), depending on assignment.
• Principles and techniques of geographic information systems (GIS).
• Basic engineering design and construction practices.
• Networked personal computer operations.
• Commonly used word processing, spreadsheet and database computer applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Principles and techniques for gathering information to maintain and update a variety of water supply and water distribution systems records, charts and maps.
• Records management practices and procedures, organizing and maintaining accurate files and records (including computer data storage and retrieval).
• Correct English usage including punctuation, grammar, spelling and business letter writing.
• Safety procedures.
• Construction practices.
• Principles and practices related to the work of the assigned section.

Ability to:

• Integrate technical knowledge with interpersonal and communication skills dealing with the public.
• Operate a personal computer in a networked environment to input and retrieve data.
• Use computer-aided drafting and geographic information systems software to prepare neat and accurate maps, drawings and layouts from notes and sketches depending on assignment.
• Operate field survey equipment.
• Read and understand record drawings, parcel and subdivision maps, construction improvement plans and specifications.
• Make mathematical calculations.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with employees and the public by providing high levels of customer service.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Travel to off-site work locations depending on job assignments.
• Drive a vehicle.

Training and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Possession of or the ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and satisfactory driving record.
• Completion of the twelfth grade or its equivalent; including, or supplemented by, coursework in engineering technology, construction technology, geography, or drafting.
• One year of technical engineering support experience at the level of Engineering Aide.

Assignments in the Records Section:

• One year of experience using AutoCAD (Civil 3D) is desirable.
• One year of experience using ArcGIS (ArcMap/ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro) is desirable.

The selection process will consist of a written exam, a computer-based practical exam, and one or more oral board interviews.

The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 22, 2026, and the computer-based practical exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of July 6, 2026.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 945-1434 at least two weeks prior to the application deadline or examination date.

Equal Opportunity Employer