Placer County is accepting applications for Engineering Technician I and Engineering Technician II for the Department of Public Works in the Tahoe area. This position is primarily responsible for reviewing and approving encroachment permits for work within the Placer County right-of-way in East Placer on behalf of the Department of Public Works. The ideal candidate will have the ability to read engineered plans, understand principles of grading, drainage, and road pavement, communicate effectively with contractors and agencies, and provide excellent customer service within our North Tahoe communities.
Each level of this job has different minimum qualifications - the level I doesn't require any experience! The level II requires two years of experience. Both require an Associate's degree or the equivalent (experience can substitute for education).
To be considered for the I level, the II level, or both levels, you must complete and submit separate applications on our website:
Level I: https://www.jobapscloud.com/Placer/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=2024&R2=15573&R3=02
Level II: https://www.jobapscloud.com/Placer/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=2024&R2=15576&R3=02
Compensation: $30.89 - $44.66 and hour + $1,000/month Tahoe Pay
Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium: Permanent employees are eligible for salary plus up to an additional $1,000 per month for assignments in the Tahoe region.
Minimum qualifications include 2 years of responsible experience performing duties similar to those of a Maintenance Worker assigned to various program areas in Placer County, the equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, and an active driver’s license.
Placer County provides excellent benefits for permanent employees including 12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, sick time, vacation time, medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their families, and retirement compensation and benefits from CalPERS, the largest retirement system in the nation. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Apply online today! Resumes will not be considered in lieu of an online application. Applications are screened on a bi-weekly basis.