Engineering Technician V-Land Development

San Bernardino County; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

San Bernardino County’s Land Use Services – Land Development Division seeks an Engineering Technician V to perform advanced technical tasks and supervise field investigations as needed. You’ll use GIS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft 365 to prepare design materials and negotiate with collaborating agencies.

The ideal candidate will have substantial civil engineering experience and may qualify through several education/experience paths.

Qualifications

• Requires 15 semester units in civil engineering or closely related field.
• Five years of full-time technical civil engineering work experience.
• EIT certification with four years of relevant experience.
• Education/certification must be from an accredited institution and work rights verified.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced technical tasks in land development and project tracking.
• Supervise or assist field investigations and prepare design exhibits.
• Draft conditions of approval, agreements, and informational materials.
• Coordinate with Code Enforcement, Planning, Building and Safety and other agencies.

Skills

Field investigations

Project tracking

Engineering calculations

Education

15 sem units civil eng

EIT Certification

30 sem units civil eng

6 years civil eng experience

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Microsoft 365

Accela

Job description

Engineering Technician V - Land Development Division

Land Use Services – Land Development Division is recruiting for an Engineering Technician V – Land Development to perform advanced technical tasks in the Land Development Division. This position may supervise or assist with field investigations and project tracking with ACCELA and other tools; identifying practical engineering issues; drafting conditions of approval, agreements, standards, bulletins, informational materials, and other documents; preparing technical exhibits and design materials using GIS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft 365; assisting staff with bond estimates and engineering calculations; maintaining reports and correspondence related to Land Development; and coordinating with Code Enforcement, Planning, Building and Safety, and other internal and external agencies.

*Official job title: Engineering Technician V; for more information, refer to the Engineering Technician V job description.

About Land Use Services – Land Development Division

San Bernardino County offers a unique blend of natural beauty, affordability, and opportunity. As the geographically largest county in the nation, it features diverse communities, a growing economy, and easy access to both outdoor recreation and major Southern California urban centers. With scenic mountain ranges, desert landscapes, family-friendly neighborhoods, and expanding professional sectors, San Bernardino County provides an exceptional environment for both career growth and quality of life. Land Use Services – Land Development is a team-oriented division with an open-door approach, committed to supporting staff and collaborating proactively. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to helping our communities continue to grow and thrive.

Excellent Benefits

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Options (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.

Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Candidates must meet ONE (1) of the requirement options below to qualify.

• OPTION 1:
  • Education: Fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed coursework from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, engineering construction technology, or a closely related field. College transcripts or list of completed college coursework MUST be included with your application if a degree has not been conferred. See Note below.
  • Experience: Five (5) years of full-time technical civil engineering work experience which includes the application of civil engineering formulas, theories, and practices to construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work.
• OPTION 2:
  • Certification: Successful completion of the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification. Certificate must be attached to application.
  • Experience: Four (4) years of full-time technical civil engineering work experience which includes the application of civil engineering formulas, theories, and practices to construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work.
• OPTION 3:
  • Education: Thirty (30) semester (46 quarter) units of completed coursework from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, engineering construction technology, or a closely related field.
  • Experience: Four (4) years of full-time technical civil engineering work experience which includes the application of civil engineering formulas, theories, and practices to construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work.
• OPTION 4:
  • Experience: Six (6) years of full-time technical civil engineering work experience which includes the application of civil engineering formulas, theories, and practices to construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work.

** Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education and are subject to verification. Candidates with degrees completed outside the U.S. may be required to submit an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education in order for application to advance in the selection process.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, engineering construction technology, or a closely related field, and experience working with government agencies.

Examination Procedure

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Deadline

Before 5:00 PM PT, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.

Additional Information

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.