Chief Engineering Technician

Employment Type

Full-Time

Primary Job Location

Fresno

Experience Level

Mid-Level

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Monthly Salary Range

$8,762 - $10,618

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervise technical engineering staff.
• Ensure compliance with City codes and the Subdivision Map Act.
• Manage impact fee calculations and processing.
• Oversee geo-based data for GIS and permit systems.
• Review documents for Planning Commission and City Council.
• Coordinate support across City departments.
• Prepare and manage the section budget.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures.
• Consult with developers, project reps, and the public.
• Perform the more complex technical engineering duties.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and do not assure placement on the eligible list.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related field;

AND

Three (3) years of experience supervising technical engineering activities.

Additional experience performing increasingly difficult technical engineering work may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH A COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS. Applications lacking the attachment may be rejected.

Additional Requirements The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

The Selection Process

The examination process may consist of the following:

• Application Review - Qualifying Only: Applications submitted will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to the panel interview. Selection of the most qualified candidates will be based upon those applications demonstrating the greatest breadth and depth of applicable training, experience, and education. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for a proper evaluation.

• ORAL EXAM - 100%: A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related oral examination that may evaluate each candidate's training and experience as it relates to knowledge of standard specifications, pertinent state and local laws; methods and practices involved in engineering and adhering to engineering specifications and inspection of constructions projects; supervision and contract administration, working effectively with co-workers, contractors and the general public or other topics related to a candidate's training, experience and qualifications for the position of Chief Engineering Technician.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The oral examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of November 2nd, 2026.

The City reserves the right to amend any phase of the examination process should there be a limited number of successful candidates. Should such amendment be exercised, a candidate's final score and placement on the eligible list would be based upon the completed examination phase(s).

Veteran's Preference

If an examination is conducted for a position within the classified service, qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Candidates must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form or electronic copy indicating honorable discharge with each application prior to the filing deadline.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call [redacted] or email [redacted]. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at [redacted]. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Benefits

• Healthcare Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off