$73,011.33–$107,999.63 Per Year
Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Civil Engineering, Class C License, Communication Skills, Construction Drawings, Construction Engineering, Construction Inspection, Construction Planning, Construction Projects, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Emerging Technology, Engineering Drawing, GRE (Generic Routing Encapsulation), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Google Earth, Google Maps, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Mail Processing, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Policy Development, Problem Solving Skills, Public Works, Research Skills, Team Player, Technical Recruiting, Technical Support, Time Management
Engineering Technician I/II
Salary
$73,011.33 - $107,999.63 Annually
Location
Thousand Oaks City Hall, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202500015
Department
Public Works
Division
Engineering
Opening Date
05/18/2026
Closing Date
6/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
- Description
- Benefits
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Description
The City of Thousand Oaks is hiring an Engineering Technician in the Public Works department.
We are seeking a positive and motivated individual to perform the technical functions in support of the City's engineering and development construction projects. The successful candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, flexible and adaptable in a work environment with constantly changing priorities. This individual will be a team player who provides high-quality customer service to both internal and external customers.
Position Highlights:
Work in an environment surrounded by a large and supportive team.
Play a key role in important future programs and projects throughout the City.
Use the latest technologies in engineering, project review, and permit processing.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform calculations and technical plan checks of public works and utility projects.
- Assist with field-related surveys and utility inspections for private and public construction projects.
- Conduct extensive research of engineering infrastructure plans for public and private construction projects.
- Assist with construction drawings, plan review, and post-construction field inspections.
- Participate in the filing and retrieval of engineering maps, documents, and records as requested by the public and City personnel.
- Provide exceptional customer service at the public counter, via email, and over the phone.
- Prepare permits and work orders for water and wastewater connections and installations, and coordinate work with City field crews and inspectors.
- Respond to inquiries from consultants, contractors, and the public regarding City engineering requirements.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Knowledge of Bluebeam, GIS systems and/or AutoCAD is desirable.
- Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify alternative solutions, evaluate consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of established City policies and goals.
- Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and customer service skills.
- The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- The ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure, and manage frequent interruptions.
- High school diploma or GRE, supplemented by college level course work in civil engineering, drafting, engineering mathematics, or related field.
- Minimum of one year of paraprofessional engineering or field experience.
- A valid Class C California driver's license.
Core Competencies:
- Strategic Thinker
- Results Oriented
- Problem Solver
- Decision Maker
- Technically Knowledgeable
- Customer-Focused
The City of Thousand Oaks offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and tuition reimbursement. Click here for more information.
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Please describe your recent work experience related to water/wastewater permitting (connection, fees, etc.), including any public-sector experience.
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Please describe your work experience with the following computerized software and the types of projects you have prepared using these programs: Microsoft (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Windows), Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Professional, Google Maps, and Google Earth.
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Please describe your customer service experience, including working with the public.
Required Question
Employer City of Thousand Oaks
Address 2100 E Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks, California, 91362-2903
Website https://toaks.gov