Engineering Technician I/II

City of Lathrop; Lathrop (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lathrop is seeking an Engineering Technician I/II to support the Environmental division within Public Works. The role includes drafting reports, data entry, research, and field inspections, with opportunities to advance to the higher level as experience grows.

Ideal candidates bring accuracy with CAD drafting, GIS mapping, and experience with pavement management systems. This position is full‑time, on‑site in Lathrop, California, with a clear path for growth into the II level.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in an office environment using automated systems, and a high school diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized course work in construction technology, civil engineering, or a related field.
• In addition to the above, an associate of arts degree in drafting, pre-engineering, surveying or a related field and one year of experience equivalent to that of an Engineering Technician I with the City of Lathrop.

Responsibilities

• Performs CAD drafting and computing operations in the preparation of engineering drawings, plans and computations.
• Performs field work and makes field checks of project sites as assigned; researches right-of-way and easements.
• Reviews, recommends and issues utility, curb, sidewalk, street and encroachment permits; calculates permit fees.
• Provides information related to project design to the general public, contractors and developers; checks subdivision maps and other engineering documents for conformance.

Skills

Data entry

Drafting

Research

Field inspections

Education

High school diploma

AA degree in drafting/pre-engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Pavement Management System (PMS)

Job description

City of Lathrop Engineering Technician I/II

The level at which an individual is hired is based on their qualifications and experience.

The Position

The City of Lathrop is seeking eligible candidates for the position of Engineering Technician I/II. This position will support the City’s Environmental division within Public Works. Under general supervision, this position will perform the more routine assignments of the division, including drafting reports, data entry, research, and field inspections. This classification may be alternatively staffed with Engineering Technician II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

About Lathrop

Incorporated in 1989, the City of Lathrop is located in the Northern San Joaquin Valley and sits east and west of the San Joaquin River. Interstate 5, Interstate 205, and State Route 120 intersect within the city. We are located approximately 70 miles east of San Francisco and 70 miles south of Sacramento. Monterey, Santa Cruz, Napa Valley, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains are all located within 2 hours of Lathrop.

Lathrop is centrally located within a 30-minute commute of Tracy, Manteca, Stockton, Ripon, Lodi, Modesto, and Livermore.

The Department’s January 1, 2026, population estimates show Lathrop grew from 38,791 residents in 2025 to 40,942 residents in 2026, an increase of 2,151 people, or 5.5%. The report ranks Lathrop as the second fastest-growing city in California with a population over 30,000, behind only Mountain House. Lathrop also ranked fifth among California cities under 300,000 residents for the largest numeric population increase. With the continued growth in the residential communities, our population is anticipated to reach approximately 70,000.

Essential Functions

• Performs the full array of duties assigned to classes in the Engineering Technician series, including a broad range of office, field, surveying and traffic engineering work; performs CAD drafting and computing operations in the preparation of a wide variety of engineering drawings, plans and computations; performs mapping and indexing for the City’s GIS system.
• Performs engineering calculations; prepares sketches and designs from instructions and design data; interprets and converts survey notes to various types of drawings; develops, modifies and maintains computer programs required to provide graphics, maps and overlays for engineering drawings; maintains and updates the Pavement Management System (PMS).
• Performs field work and makes field checks of project sites as assigned; performs title searches; researches right-of-way and easements based on legal descriptions; checks and writes routine legal descriptions; reviews, recommends and issues utility, curb, sidewalk, street and encroachment permits; calculates permit fees.
• Provides information related to project design to the general public, contractors and developers; provides information regarding City standards and development approval procedures and requirements; checks subdivision maps, parcel maps and other engineering documents for conformance to State laws and local ordinances; oversees and updates maps to include new subdivisions and other changes.
• Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; may provide training to lower level staff; responds to questions and concerns from the general public, contractors and developers; provides information as is appropriate and resolves public service concerns.
• Provides development processing for commercial and residential site improvements.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Supervision Exercised/Received

Engineering Technician I

Receives immediate supervision from higher lever engineering staff. Incumbents in this class do not routinely exercise supervision.

Engineering Technician II

Receives general supervision from higher level engineering staff. May exercise functional and technical supervision over lower level staff.

The full job description(s) can be viewed by accessing the following link:

• Engineering Technician I - $77,493 to $94,193 Annually.
• Engineering Technician II - $85,537 to $103,971 Annually.

Education and/or Experience

Engineering Technician I

One year of work experience in an office environment using automated systems, and a high school diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized course work in construction technology, civil engineering, or a related field.

Engineering Technician II

In addition to the above, an associate of art’s degree in drafting, pre-engineering, surveying or a related field and one year of experience equivalent to that of an Engineering Technician I with the City of Lathrop.

License/Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid, class C California driver’s license.

Physical Working Conditions

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports and drawings using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. When working in field assignments the incumbent may be required to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing in excess of 25 pounds. The nature of the work may require working around heavy construction equipment and in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

EEOC

The City of Lathrop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City to provide employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.

Reasonable Accommodations

The City of Lathrop is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations during the application, examination, or selection process may contact Human Resources at [phone] at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline.