What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician I/II position at City of Fairfield?
Are you ready to apply your technical expertise toward shaping the backbone of a vibrant, growing community? The City of Fairfield is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our Public Works team as an Engineering Technician I/II. Positioned at the heart of Northern California, Fairfield offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse municipal projects—from essential infrastructure and water systems to innovative land development. If you are eager to learn or looking to take on complex design and inspection challenges, this role provides a stable, high-impact career path where your work directly improves the quality of life for our residents.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Engineering Technician I: This is the entry-level class in the Engineering Technician series. This class is distinguished from the journey by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey level.
Engineering Technician II: This is the full journey-level class within the Engineering Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Engineering Technician I by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Engineering Technician I - Receives immediate supervision from a Senior Civil Engineer, and technical and functional supervision from professional level engineering staff or the Senior Engineering Technician as appropriate.
Engineering Technician II - Receives general supervision from a Senior Civil Engineer, and technical and functional supervision from professional level engineering staff or the Senior Engineering Technician as appropriate. May exercise technical supervision over lower-level technical engineering personnel.
Engineering Technician I
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required.
For the complete job description please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfield/classspecs
The Selection Process
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.
How To Apply
Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.
Mac users please note: To ensure compatibility, please use Google Chrome and ensure iOS settings are up-to-date.
If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.
Reference Checks
The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates once mutual interest is established. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted once you have accepted a conditional job offer from the City.
Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.
The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Engineering Technician I: This is the entry-level class in the Engineering Technician series. This class is distinguished from the journey by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey level.
Engineering Technician II: This is the full journey-level class within the Engineering Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Engineering Technician I by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Engineering Technician I - Receives immediate supervision from a Senior Civil Engineer, and technical and functional supervision from professional level engineering staff or the Senior Engineering Technician as appropriate.
Engineering Technician II - Receives general supervision from a Senior Civil Engineer, and technical and functional supervision from professional level engineering staff or the Senior Engineering Technician as appropriate. May exercise technical supervision over lower-level technical engineering personnel.
Engineering Technician I
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, including or supplemented by courses in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry is required.
- One year of experience in engineering work, requiring knowledge of field surveying, and office engineering practices and procedures is required.
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, including or supplemented by courses in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry is required.
- Two (2) years of experience in engineering work requiring knowledge of field, surveying, and office engineering practices and procedures, equivalent to an Engineering Technician I with the City of Fairfield, is required.
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required.
For the complete job description please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfield/classspecs
The Selection Process
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.
How To Apply
Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.
Mac users please note: To ensure compatibility, please use Google Chrome and ensure iOS settings are up-to-date.
If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.
Reference Checks
The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates once mutual interest is established. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted once you have accepted a conditional job offer from the City.
Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.
The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.