Salary: $96,089.00 - $125,300.00 Annually
Location : CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 7228 O 2026/09/18 R
Department: ALL DEPARTMENTS
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 10/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

DUTIES
ANNUAL SALARY
$96,089 to $119,391

The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $100,871 to $125,300
NOTES:

1. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.
2. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go tohttps://personnel.lacity.gov/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf

DUTIES
A Field Engineering Aide performs sub-professional land surveying work or works with engineering personnel. A Field Engineering Aide may be required to climb fences, work in confined spaces, work with and around hot asphalt, and carry surveying equipment long distances over various types of terrain; also may be trained to operate Data Collectors, and to set up and operate Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers.

REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

1. Successful completion of high school or college-level courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry and 3 semester or 4 quarter units in plane surveying, and one course in the following: drafting or computer aided drafting; or
2. One year of full-time paid experience as a member of a survey party.

PROCESS NOTES

1. As a condition of employment, a valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Applicants will be disqualified or deemed ineligible for hire if their DMV record reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation within the last 36 months in any state or jurisdiction. The City of Los Angeles reserves the right to issue a notice of disqualification or ineligibility at any time before a final job offer is extended.
2. Applicants qualifying under Requirement #1 above must list course titles, number of units, school, and date completed in the Supplemental Questions section of the application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application at the time of filling will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed.
3. Please note that qualifying coursework must be from a school accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at https://personnel.lacity.gov/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf.
4. Candidates completing the examination process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide proof of qualifying coursework. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying coursework or transcripts to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.

WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity.

NOTE:

Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications must be received by THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2026
In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirements, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applications submitted during the filing period may be kept on file in the event that additional applicants need to be tested to meet hiring needs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Examination Weight: Multiple-Choice Test - 100%
The examination will consist entirely of a weighted multiple-choice test administered and proctored on-line. In the on-line multiple-choice test, candidates may be examined for the following competencies: Mathematics, including knowledge of: algebra, geometry, trigonometry and basic arithmetic, and reading and converting decimal units; Learning Ability; Attention To Detail; Safety Focus including knowledge of: proper use of digging and cutting tools and Personal Protective Equipment, and Work Area Traffic Control Handbook (WATCH) guidelines; Job Knowledge including knowledge of: survey procedures and practices; surveying rods; distance and level measuring tools; surveying materials, supplies, tools, and equipment; numerical and/or descriptive terminology; and satellite survey systems and electronic/optical instruments; Interpersonal Skills; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://personnel.lacity.gov/jobs/job-analyses.cfmand clicking on Competencies under Field Engineering Aide.
ALLOWABLE CALCULATORS
Candidates may use a hand-held, non-programmable, non-qwerty, self-contained scientific calculator during the multiple-choice test. A cellular phone with calculator functions will not be allowed. Additional instructions will be sent via e-mail. Candidates who fail to follow the calculator instructions will be disqualified and not considered further in the examination.
An information sheet has been developed to assist candidates in determining the type of calculators that will be allowed during the multiple-choice test. The information sheet is available on-line at https://personnel.lacity.gov/doc.cfm?get=7228ExamCalculatorGuidelines.
Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the time and location of the multiple-choice test. The multiple-choice test will be administered on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2026 in Los Angeles. Additional test dates may be added as needed.
NOTES:

1. This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection.
2. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.
3. Based on City Policy, you may be required to undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing prior to and during employment in this class.
4. A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.
5. In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.

Notice:
If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.
THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN

ONLY ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS
There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees:
01

To be PROPERLY AND PROMPTLY notified of the status of my application, I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide on my City application, the following information:

-Working E-mail address
-Telephone Number
-Official social security number

I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and the selection process.

I UNDERSTAND that important information regarding the status of my application and the selection process will only be sent via E-MAIL to the email address I provided.

I UNDERSTAND that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to ensure that the email address I provided is a working email and that I will check my email regularly to ensure I receive any communication as it relates to the examination promptly.

I UNDERSTAND that the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any lost or redirected emails and that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to add [email protected] to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this examination from being classified as "spam" or "junk" mail.

• I have read these statements to their fullest and will provide a working e-mail address on my application in order to receive status of my application regarding this examination.

02

I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe, IN DETAIL, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.

I UNDERSTAND that, if qualifying with my City experience, that I MUST indicate my appropriate job classification in my work history and NOT ANY WORKING TITLE that I believe is designated to me.

I UNDERSTAND that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter IN LIEU of completing the Work Experience Section, my application is INCOMPLETE and WILL NOT be considered for this examination, and my application WILL NOT be further processed.

In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL jobs, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any periods of unemployment during my entire work history.

• I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.

03

I am currently:

• A City of Los Angeles employee having received a regular appointment.
• An exempt or emergency City of Los Angeles employee, but have civil service status.
• An exempt or emergency City of Los Angeles employee, without receiving civil service status.
• A City of Los Angeles employee in a temporary training position.
• A City of Los Angeles employee on a part-time basis.
• On a regular reserve list for the City of Los Angeles.
• Not employed with the City of Los Angeles.

04

There are two distinct methods to qualify for the Field Engineering Aide examination.
• Requirement #1: Successful completion of high school or college-level courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry
AND
3 semester or 4 quarter units in plane surveying
AND
one course in the following: drafting or computer aided drafting

OR
• Requirement #2: One year of full-time paid experience as a member of a survey party.

• I understand the two distinct methods to qualify for the Field Engineering Aide examination.

05

Qualifying college-level coursework must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at https://personnel.lacity.gov/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf.

• I understand the information provided above.

06

REQUIREMENT #1: (Question 1 of 6)

I have successfully completed high school or college-level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry:

• Yes, I have successfully completed high school or college-level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
• No

07

REQUIREMENT #1: (Question 2 of 6)

If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, please list your high school or college-level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Please include the course title, school attended and completion date.

Example: Algebra - Los Angeles High School - 2017

NOTE: To meet Requirement #1 you must list all three courses in the text box below.

If you are applying under a different requirement, enter "N/A."
08

REQUIREMENT #1: Question 3 of 6

I have successfully completed 3 semester or 4 quarter units college-level course in plane surveying:

• Yes, I have successfully completed 3 semester or 4 quarter units college-level course in plane surveying
• No

09

REQUIREMENT #1: Question 4 of 6

If you indicated "Yes" to the previous question, please list your college-level course in plane surveying. Please include the course title, semester or quarter units, school name and date of completion.

Example: ENG SUP 121: Pl