What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician I/II position at City of South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Description
The City of South Lake Tahoe is currently recruiting for an Engineering Technician. The Engineering Technician will be responsible for various engineering and construction inspection activities. Duties will include but are not limited to supporting the engineering staff in data collection and preparing environmental documents and regulatory compliance reports, such as total maximum daily load (TMDL) reporting. Review of development site plans and knowledge of the Subdivision Map Act is desirable. Other duties will include preparation of encroachment permits and coordination with utility companies. Experience in construction inspection is highly desirable. This position will have both field and office responsibilities.
Engineering Technician I: $33.24 - $40.40 per hour
Engineering Technician II: $38.48 - $46.77 per hour
The City offers a comprehensive benefit package for this position, including:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
- Education Incentive Pay and Tuition Reimbursement
- Bilingual Incentive Pay
- 88 Hours of Vacation Time
- 12 days of Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement
- Professional Development Opportunities
- CalPERS Pension
- City employees may also qualify for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)program
Recruitment Process:
Applications Accepted: April 1 - April 22, 2025
Oral Panel Interviews: May 2025
Department Interviews: May 2025
Engineering Technician I – This is an entry-level technical classification within the engineering series. Positions in this class are distinguished from higher level professional classes by the technical or mechanical nature of the duties performed, (including drawing, surveying, measuring, calculating, etc.) and by the more direct supervision received. The work performed requires judgment in the application of established guidelines to specific situations, with instruction or assistance from a supervisor on problems or unusual cases.
Engineering Technician II – This is a journey level technical classification within the engineering series. Positions in this class are distinguished from higher level professional classes by the technical or mechanical nature of the duties performed, (including drawing, surveying, measuring, calculating, etc.). The work performed requires judgment in the application of established guidelines to specific situations, with instruction or assistance from a supervisor on problems or unusual cases. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class series are flexibly staffed and are generally filled by advancement from the Engineering Technician I level, or when filled from the outside, require prior experience. Advancement to the Engineering Technician II level is based on demonstrated proficiency in performing the assigned functions and/or certification or testing that validates the performance of the full range of duties and is at the discretion of higher level supervisory or management staff.
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Typical Qualifications
Engineering Technician I:
Education/Training:
Experience:
License or Certificate:
Engineering Technician II:
Education/Training:
Experience:
License or Certificate:
Supplemental Information
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
The City of South Lake Tahoe is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans’ status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Disaster Service Worker
All full-time, permanent City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.
Salary : $33 - $40
