Engineering Technician I/II

Job Description:

Engineering Technician I/II

Description

Job Summary

This position supports District operations by monitoring and maintaining the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Ensures data integrity and monitors integrations with ERP and GIS systems. Coordinates with IT to troubleshoot CMMS software and with internal departments, vendors, and consultants to maintain standardized asset records, develop preventative maintenance plans, generate work orders, and ensure effective CMMS usage across the organization. Performs analytical reporting and program support by producing Key Performance Indicator and maintenance reports. Supports end users and provides training. The ideal candidate's experience will demonstrate a proficient understanding of maintenance and operations field practices, knowledge of NexGen CMMS, GIS concepts, Naviline ERP, and extensive maintenance record keeping and work order processing.

TITLE: Engineering Technician I/II

SRN A31: $6,998 - $9,581, Monthly, Non-Exempt
SRN A35: $7,637 - $10,497, Monthly, Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Teamsters 1932
DEPARTMENT: Operations

Section: Administration

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to : Receives immediate to general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

Promotional opportunity procedures will include the following:

Review of minimum qualifications

Review of personnel file, including but not limited: attendance history, disciplinary history, and performance evaluations

Testing/Assessments

Oral Interview(s)

DEFINITION

Under immediate (Engineering Technician I) to general (Engineering Technician II) supervision, performs a diverse range of technical engineering tasks; conducts technical review and plan checking for land development projects; performs computer aided drafting (CAD) tasks; processes utility clearances, right of way documents and permits; updates and maintains survey, and geographic information system (GIS) data; performs a variety of customer related services; and performs related work as required.

Essential Functions

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides technical support to the District’s land development, engineering, survey, right-of-way and construction operations; assists District staff, contractors, and the general public with questions related to the location, status, and types of facilities operated and maintained by the District.
• Performs all phases of receiving, researching, processing, and responding to customer questions for applications related to District new water and sanitation services, including residential and commercial developments, and right-of-way requests; calculates fees and coordinates with District departments for account reviews, deposit release, and invoicing.
• Applies departmental policies and procedures in determining the completeness of applications and supporting documentation; advises customer of document deficiencies and provides necessary forms.
• Represents the District at pre-construction meetings, field meetings, and other events; responds to questions on matters within scope of authority.
• Performs administrative duties such as accurate data entry, and account set-up; scans, uploads, and categorizes engineering right of way and plan check drawings; prepares communications with project stakeholders; develops exhibits and related documents for meetings, reports and studies.
• Observes and complies with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Manages and maintains the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) by ensuring accurate data integrity, monitoring integrations with systems such as the ERP and GIS, and coordinating with IT staff to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
• Supports District operations by coordinating with internal departments, vendors and consultants to maintain standardized asset records, develop preventative maintenance plans, generate work orders and ensure effective CMMS usage across the organization.
• Performs analytical reporting and program support by producing Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and maintenance reports, assisting with asset management program development and creating reporting structures that improve maintenance efficiency and decision making.
• Performs other duties as assisgned.

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Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Associate degree in engineering, construction management, land survey, land use planning, public administration, business administration, or a related field.

Experience:

• Engineering Technician I - One (1) year of experience performing technical work in land development, construction, surveying, engineering, right-of-way, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), or a related field.
• Engineering Technician II - Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience performing technical work in land development, construction, surveying, engineering, right-of-way, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), or a related field.

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.

Knowledge of:

• Basic engineering and construction practices, materials, and methods related to water, wastewater and irrigation infrastructure and facilities.
• Real estate documents used in land and property transactions including those related to ownership, easements, and encumbrances.
• Principles and practices of real estate appraisal, legal description record searches, title clearance, and document recordation.
• Methods and techniques of reviewing legal agreements and contracts including leases, licenses, and memorandum of understanding.
• Civil engineering drafting techniques using computer aided and manual drafting methods.
• Principles and practices of updating and maintaining a comprehensive geographic information system (GIS).
• Mathematical principles including algebra and geometry.
• Basic principles of land surveying.
• Business letter writing and the standard format for reports and correspondence.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, plat books, and maps.
• Calculate elevation, slope, stationing, distance and bearings, and geographic location.
• Read, review, and interpret complete legal descriptions of property including deeds, plans, and right-of-way documents and maps.
• Perform computer assisted drafting and manual drafting duties.
• Prepare detailed and comprehensive technical reports, recommendations, and exhibits.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and written reports of work performed.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Effectively represent the department and the District in meetings with contractors and developers.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, including CAD and GIS systems, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

The Coachella Valley Water District provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package ensuring employees have many options to meet their healthcare, wellness and/or retirement savings goals. Providing employees with flexibility and support for all the different stages of life. Employees may pay some portion of their benefit premium costs based on the provisions of their labor-negotiated Memorandums of Understanding (MOU's) and the level of coverage they select. Additional information regarding CVWD employee benefits is available at https://www.cvwd.org/176/Benefits .

Closing Date/Time: 3/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$6,998.00 - $10,497.00 Monthly