Engineering Technician I/II - Department of Transportation

City of San Jose; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San José Department of Transportation seeks Engineering Technician I/II in the Infrastructure Maintenance division to perform field investigations, review plans with CAD/GIS, and prepare meeting materials. The role requires strong data management, communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced municipal setting.

The position offers opportunities to contribute to transportation projects, support public meetings, and work with cross-functional teams while occasional early morning or weekend

Qualifications

• Completion of high school, trade school, or equivalent (GED or California Proficiency Certificate).
• Experience with field investigations and coordinating public meetings is a plus.
• Familiarity with CAD or GIS tools for reviewing plans.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field investigations and prepares summaries with guidance from Engineers.
• Reviews and modifies capital improvement plans using CAD or GIS tools.
• Assists with preparation of materials for public meetings (maps, presentations).
• Responds to resident and public agency requests with clear written or oral responses.
• Supports data entry, file management, and reporting for public records requests.

Skills

CAD

GIS

Public meetings prep

Data entry

Customer service

Communication

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

MS Access

Google Earth

Education

High school diploma or GED

California Proficiency Certificate

Tools

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Access

Google Earth

Job description

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nation’s 10th largest city, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation.

Engineering Technician I/II Vacancy

The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill 1 Engineering Technician I/II vacancy in the Infrastructure Maintenance division.

Salary Range

• Engineering Technician I: $65,782.08 - $79,934.40 annually
• Engineering Technician II: $78,340.08 - $95,156.88 annually

This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities

Under general supervision of an Associate Engineering Technician or an Engineer, typical duties and characteristics of Engineering Technician I/II include:

• Conducts field investigations; prepares summary and recommendations with guidance from Engineers.
• Reviews and makes minor modifications to capital improvement project plans using CAD or GIS tools.
• Assists with preparation of materials (i.e.: maps, PowerPoints, etc) for public meetings.
• Responds to resident and public agency requests. Provides customer-focused written or phone responses in a timely manner.
• Assists with management of databases by supporting data entry and file management, as well as generating reports in response to public records requests.
• Demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exhibits good listening skills and has excellent written and oral communication.
• Works well in a collaborative environment and demonstrates flexibility in interacting with individuals in a variety of professional and sub-professional trades.
• Demonstrates proficiency in programs such as: Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Google Earth.
• Demonstrates the willingness to work occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.
• Possesses a valid Class C California License in order to drive City vehicles to work sites.

Specialized Functions - Green Stormwater Inspection Team

• Supports the Green Stormwater Inspection team, inspecting, evaluating, and documenting the performance and construction of GSI systems - such as bioretentions, permeable pavers, tree well filters, and retention basins.
• Provides support to Inspectors in performing weed abatement inspection for fire prevention, quarterly landscape ratings for performance reporting, Special District inspection assistance, and residential street sweeping assistance.
• Administrative support such as creating spreadsheets and tracking data, performing complaint investigations, entering data into our database for core service reporting, reviewing plans, updating pay letters, assist in compiling/organizing Standard Operating Procedures for landscape and sweeper programs, assist with creating maintenance master plans and covering field inspections when Associate Construction Inspectors are out of office.

Engineering Technician I

Education: Completion of high school, trade school, or equivalent (General Education Development [GED] Test or California Proficiency Certificate).

Engineering Technician II

Education: Completion of high school, trade school, or equivalent (General Education Development [GED] Test or California Proficiency Certificate).

Experience: Two (2)years of increasingly responsible sub-professional engineering work performing materials sampling and testing, reviewing plans and specifications, construction or infrastructure inspections, traffic engineering, or working on a field survey crew.

Acceptable Substitution

Engineering Technician II - Successful completion of two (2) academic years or sixty (60) semester units of college level engineering technology courses or related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience in sub-professional engineering work performing materials sampling and testing, reviewing plans and specifications, construction or infrastructure inspections, traffic engineering, or working on a field survey crew.

Required Licensing

Possession of a valid State of California driver's license may be required.

Job Expertise

Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

Communication Skills

Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.

Computer Skill's

Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills

Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Decision Making

- Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.

Multi-Tasking

- Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).

Reliability

Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate.

Technology Use/Management

Uses efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the workplace and improve program effectiveness.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If selected, the Conditional Offer of Employment may be contingent upon you providing proof of a valid State of California driver’s license, and an assessment of your California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN) as per the DMV Release of Driver Record Information form. Failure to pass the DMV Pull Notice assessment will deem you ineligible for employment.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jasmine Medrano at [e-mail]