Engineering Technician II — Field, Drafting & GIS

Eureka; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Eureka seeks Engineering Technician I/II to support professional engineering staff in surveying, drafting, and permit processing. This position handles plan reviews, field observations, and maintains engineering records.

Applicants should have a high school diploma with college coursework in civil engineering, drafting or surveying, and a valid California driver's license. Opportunities exist for progression with experience and training.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and public works.
• Ability to perform field observations and basic engineering calculations.
• Familiar with CAD drafting and GIS concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing plans, specifications, maps, and reports.
• Perform field observations and surveys.
• Assist with plan checks, permit processing, and record keeping.
• Support construction inspection under supervision.
• Maintain engineering records and GIS data.

Skills

Surveying observations

Public works knowledge

Technical report writing

Team collaboration

Education

College coursework in civil engineering/drafting/surveying

Tools

CAD (Computer-Aided Drafting)

GIS (Geographic Information Systems)

Job description

The City of Eureka seeks Engineering Technician I/II to support professional engineering staff in surveying, drafting, and permit processing. This position handles plan reviews, field observations, and maintains engineering records.

Applicants should have a high school diploma with college coursework in civil engineering, drafting or surveying, and a valid California driver's license. Opportunities exist for progression with experience and training.