Engineering Technician V

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Four (4) years of paraprofessional engineering experience

Should the above criteria not be fulfilled, the following options are acceptable:

• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's degree, plus two (2) years of paraprofessional engineering work experience
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher, plus one (1) year of paraprofessional engineering work experience

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

• A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma at time of processing, if applicable.

NOTE: You must provide your valid US driver's license at the time of processing, if applicable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Some positions may require moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time
• Ability to move one's hands and arms to grasp or manipulate objects

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires an applicant to successfully complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected in seniority order according to the collective bargaining agreement.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://my.chicago.gov/dam/intranet/documents/depts/dhr/INFORMATION/2026_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Aug 21, 2026, 12:00:00 AM