Engineering Technician (Waterworks) (20558753) Waterworks

$63,752 - $81,328/Yr

City Of Simi Valley - Simi Valley, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Simi Valley, CA

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The City of Simi Valley is seeking an Engineering Technician for the Public Works Department, specifically within the Ventura County Waterworks District 8. This full-time position involves performing specialized technical engineering activities related to various projects, alongside paraprofessional office and field engineering work. The role offers an alternative 9/80 work schedule, allowing for a day off every other week, and provides a competitive salary with excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized technical engineering activities related to ongoing projects.
• Conduct field inspections for water utility projects including pipelines, pump stations, and storage tanks.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, design drawings, specifications, and construction contracts.
• Utilize AutoCAD and other software to complete technical tasks effectively.
• Develop interpersonal relationships with employees and management across departments.
• Estimate completion times for activities based on priorities and schedules.
• Communicate ideas and proposals effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Requirements

• Completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by two years of college-level coursework in engineering, drafting, or a related area.
• Two years of increasingly responsible technical engineering experience.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• General knowledge of water system engineering concepts and civil engineering principles.
• Experience with public works engineering-related work.

Benefits

• Fully paid medical insurance for most plans including family coverage.
• Retirement/Pension plans including CalPERS formulas for Classic and New members.
• 457(b) plan with a Roth option and city contributions.
• Health insurance coverage available as early as the first of the month following the start date.
• Paid dental and vision insurance with minimal employee costs.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal problem resolution.
• 208 hours of paid time off per year, with options for cash out.
• 11 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $1,600 per year.