Salary: $6,249.49 - $7,596.31 Monthly
Location : Chula Vista, CA
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Number: 25607108
Department: Engineering - Operations
Division: Wastewater
Opening Date: 08/28/2025
Closing Date: 9/11/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Description and Essential Functions

The current vacancy is within the Wastewater Division of the Department of Engineering & Capital Projects, and recruitment may be used to fill various vacancies in the Engineering & Capital Projects Department.

Position Description: To perform a wide variety of technical and paraprofessional engineering support work in the field or office; may perform lead assignments involving coordination of specific projects and studies; provide support to engineering project managers in the planning, design and construction management of assigned projects including providing information to contractors, developers, and the general public; and perform related duties as assigned. This is the full journey level class in the Engineering Technician series and it is distinguished from the Engineering Technician I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the level I or by outside candidates having prior experience.
Essential Functions: Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: perform a wide variety of technical and paraprofessional engineering support work in the field or office; may perform lead assignments involving coordination of specific projects and studies; provide support to engineering project managers in the planning, design, and construction management of assigned projects; assist in performing engineering design work for streets, storm drains, sanitary sewers, traffic signals, traffic control plans, and other public works facilities under the supervision of an Engineer; assign address for new subdivision; attend to citizens request for additional or change of address; send notification of new address to city departments and utility companies; assist in checking improvement and grading plans submitted by engineers and developers; undertake field checks of improvement deferral encroachment permit and driveway variance applications; prepare permit documents; review and process building permit applications; prepare GIS layer of sewer mains, storm drains, improvement and grading plans for CVMapper; prepare GIS layer of easement detail to the city; download sewage flow from CV meters; prepare weekly flow reports and graphs; collect weekly flow from Duke Energy; troubleshoot flow meters; coordinate emergency flow backups with Metro and CV Operations; work with engineer staff to select monitoring sites; coordinate with Public Works Operations per monitoring activities (i.e. traffic controls); calibrate flow meter to site specifications; assist City crew in the installations of flow meter; retrieve flow data; compile reports; prepare quarterly and annual flow reports of metered and no metered sewage flow generated; compare flow data to in-house obtained flow monitoring program data; make any necessary adjustments; convey information; assist in the investigation/establishment of request for sewer service charge variance; administer billing of existing sewer variance accounts; evaluate yearly sewer rate for high volume discharger; assist engineers in reviewing various engineering and environmental documents (Plans, Sewer Studies, Environmental Impact Reports, etc); prepare project initial studies for various development projects; assist engineers with assigned CIP projects by drafting and conducting field investigations; design minor CIP projects; conduct field investigations; meet with contractors; write specifications; prepare cost estimates, research, and bidding of the contract; set traffic counters and collect traffic count data; maintain database; provide volume information to consultants and the public; assist in the review Traffic Control Plans for compliance with City standards; bill contractors for signage and striping on all approved improvement plans; coordinate City's Traffic Monitoring Program (TMP); determine street segments to study, study time periods; perform fieldwork and data processing; coordinate City's Safety Commission; review and prepare items that need to be presented to commission; determine studies needed; prepare mail outs and public notifications; mark out new signing and striping in the field as results of items approved; write work orders; conduct traffic counts and traffic-engineering studies; determine recommendations; review and analyze data collected; prepare report, tables, and graphs; check for right-of-way requirements; prepare cost estimates for minor construction projects; assist in preparing and checking legal descriptions; prepare accurate sketches and permanent plans, diagrams, maps and supporting data for preparation of preliminary and final engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates for CIP projects; coordinate minor projects with other departments, utility companies, and contractors; check and analyzes field data; answer engineering questions at counter from citizens; respond to citizen's questions and complaints; conduct field investigations; provide remedies; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service; perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and/or experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Two years of responsible experience in field survey, drafting, or related civil engineering work and training equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college coursework in engineering, mathematics, drafting, surveying, computer science/CADD, or related field. An Associate's Degree is desirable.

License: Possession of a valid California driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: City Engineering policies and procedures related to the construction, design and maintenance of municipal systems and facilities; standards, standard drafting symbols, methods, practices, techniques and instruments used in engineering and mapping; basic principles and practices of civil engineering; basic mathematics covering geometry, trigonometry, and algebra; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; operational characteristics of standard engineering equipment; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment. Ability to: Use computer aided drafting and design systems, databases, GIS systems, and other programs related to engineering design; understand, interpret, and prepare legal descriptions, engineering reports, and maps; review plans and documents for conformance with regulations; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: On a continuous basis walk, stand, bend, crouch, or stoop, sit for varying periods of time; must possess sufficient strength, stamina, agility, and dexterity to manipulate, operate, lift, and carry objects, tools, and materials or equipment for field inspections, materials testing, surveying, and office work. Must possess ability to: read and write reports, correspondence, and instructions; verbally communicate in person, over a radio, a telephone conversations; see in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed both outdoors and indoors; the performance of fieldwork tasks requires exposure to a variety of traffic and weather conditions with possible exposure to hazardous materials; indoors work is performed in a carpeted and air-conditioned office environment with fluorescent lighting and moderate noise level. May operate equipment, tools, vehicles under daylight and evening conditions. Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.

Additional Information
Recruitment No. 25607108

To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail provided on the applicant's employment application.
Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration. The examination materials for this recruitment are validated, copyrighted and/or inappropriate for review. The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended.
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The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.

• I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.

02

EDUCATION
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed?

• Master's Degree or higher
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• Some college courses but no degree
• High School Diploma / GED

03

From above, which of the following best describes your field of study?

• Engineering
• Mathematics
• Drafting
• Surveying
• Computer Science/CADD
• Other
• N/A: High School Diploma / GED is highest level of education

04

If you responded "Other" to Question 3, please indicate your field of study below. If not applicable, please indicate "N/A" below.
05

EXPERIENCE
Which of the following best describes your experience in wastewater engineering, billing & invoicing, plan checking and as-built research, or related civil engineering work?

• Five or more years of experience
• At least three years but less than five years of experience
• At least one year but less than three years of experience
• Less than one year of experience
• No experience

06

Please list ALL employment from the Work Experience section of your application where you had experience in performing wastewater engineering, billing & invoicing, plan checking and as-built research, or related civil engineering work.
Your response must include and FOLLOW the format below. Treat each change in position or employer separately. Provide the following for EACH change in position or employer.

A. Name of employer;
B. Your position title;
C. Date(s) of employment (from - to);
D. Type of employment (indicate if full-time, part-time, volunteer, internship); and
E. Brief description of duties that support this experience.

NOTE: Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items above, "See Resume" response, or respond in a narrative format will result in your application being rejected for lack of information. If you do not have experience, please indicate "No experience" below.

07

Which of the following describe(s) your technical engineering experience? Select all that apply.

• Permit issuance and fee collection
• Conduct field inspections
• Building plan check review
• Prepare flow reports and graphs
• Deploying flow monitor
• Review and analyze data collected
• As-built research
• Preparing cost estimate
• Utility billing
• None of the above

08

Which of the following describe(s) your experience assisting the public and responding to inquiries? Select all that apply.

• Explaining public agency policies
• Interpreting and explaining subdivision manual, standard drawings, public agency policies, and municipal code
• Responding to citizen's questions and complaints
• Responding to requests regarding public works assets
• Municipal customer service
• None of the above

09

Which of the following best describe(s) your engineering software and database experience? Select all that apply.

• Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel)
• Adobe, Photoshop and/or Bluebeam
• Asset management software
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)/ARC GIS
• None of the above

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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)
The City of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following:

1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.

2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.

• I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.

Required Question