Engineering Technician I/II (Construction Inspection)

Salary : $53,601.60 - $93,600.00 Annually Location : Riverside Job Type: Regular Job Number: 26-97432-01 Department: TLMA Transportation Division: Construction Inspection Opening Date: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: 3/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific ABOUT THE POSITION The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and contingent on the candidate's experience and qualifications. The County of Riverside's Transportation Department is seeking an Engineering Technician I/II (Construction Inspection) who will support the Construction Inspection Division in Riverside. The Engineering Technician I/II will perform field inspections of roadway and drainage construction, review plans, construction schedule, and the development of home tracks, which includes the responsibility to determining occupancy release ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, County standards, and regulatory requirements. The Engineering Technician I/II will also write daily reports, prepare correspondence, and perform other engineering support functions as required. The Engineering Technician I is a natural progression underfill for the Engineering Technician II. Incumbents are eligible to promote to Engineering Technician II upon successful completion of their probationary period, which would include a satisfactory performance evaluation and any additional qualification requirements. Competitive candidates will possess experience performing construction field inspections, including Public Works inspections related to streets and new construction projects. Experience inspecting asphalt and concrete improvements, as well as reviewing and releasing projects during various phases of construction, is strongly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is highly desirable. Additionally, experience working in a municipal or public sector environment is preferred. Meet the Team! The is responsible for planning, designing, funding, building, operating and maintaining all roads, bridges, and transportation facilities within the unincorporated County territory. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES ENGINEERING: • Perform limited design of roadways and appurtenant structures; revise elements of simple engineering designs within established limits. • Calculate and compute quantity and cost of materials for a variety of construction projects; prepare maps using manual or computer aided techniques. • Enter appropriate computer commands into system for mapping processes; digitize maps for data entry; operate plotter for computerized map preparation. • Check subdivision maps for mathematical accuracy, closure, area, survey consistency and accuracy, and legal conformity; prepare legal descriptions and plats; perform laboratory analysis of field samples of soils, aggregates, concrete mixes, and other materials for compliance with County standards and contract specifications. TRANSPORTATION: • Investigate and make diagrams, reports, and recommendations on high accident locations and other sites; coordinate traffic census programs; collect, interpret, record, and make graphical presentations from information gathered in traffic, transportation and other studies and surveys. SURVEYING: • Perform moderately difficult sub-professional field and office surveying work. • Set up and maintain filing and indexing systems for road record documents, survey records, maps, transportation data, and other engineering record materials. • Inspect the construction of less complex public works projects and subdivision tracts to assure compliance with plans and specifications. • Field Duties: Act as instrument technician on a survey crew; operate electronic measuring equipment, including total stations, levels and GPS equipment as well as transit and level in making cross-section, profile, topographic, elevation, Photogrammetric, location, and construction layout surveys. • Office Duties: Draft topographic, geometric alignment, cross-sectional, and profile drawings and maps using manual or computer aided techniques. • Conduct title and property owner research; prepare legal descriptions and various legal documents relating to real property; calculate bearings, distances, areas, and perform other calculations. • Prepare drawings and sketch tracings from survey notes and other records; prepare detailed and precise maps including right of way maps. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Upload a copy of the diploma/transcript (unofficial acceptable) and/or certificate as part of the application. See "Proof of Education" below under "APPLICATION INFORMATION" for more information regarding requirements. Engineering Technician I $25.77 - $40.48 Hourly $53,602.96 - $84,195.70 Annually OPTION IExperience: Two years of sub-professional civil engineering experience. (Completion of college level courses from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or closely related subjects to the assignment such as land surveying, soils erosion, soils testing, blueprint reading, mathematics, computer graphics, or hydrology may substitute for the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of the required full-time experience.) OPTION IICertificate: Valid Certificate of Registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Surveyor-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for two years of sub-professional engineering experience. Engineering Technician II $32.07 - $45.00 Hourly $66,698.27 - $93,598.61 Annually OPTION IExperience: Three years of sub-professional civil engineering experience. (Completion of college level courses from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or closely related subjects to the assignment such as land surveying, soils erosion, soils testing, blueprint reading, mathematics, computer graphics, or hydrology may substitute for up to two years of the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of the required full-time experience.) OPTION IIEducation: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in surveying engineering or civil engineering. OPTION IIIExperience: Three years of sub-professional civil engineering experience. (A valid Certificate of Registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Surveyor-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may substitute for two years of the required sub-professional engineering experience.) ALL OPTIONSLicense: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required at time of employment. Physical environment: The Engineering Technician (Construction Inspection) works outdoors in various environmental conditions, including noise, inclement weather, and open traffic. The role requires walking long distances, standing for extended periods, and performing tasks on uneven surfaces. Inspections may involve working at ground level or at higher elevations. Knowledge of: Mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry; the basic practices of engineering design and construction, traffic control and land surveying; manual and automated drafting techniques; field and office procedures relating to hydrography; procedures related to construction inspection. Ability to: Read and interpret legal descriptions, engineering drawings, survey notes, and tract descriptions; assist in the preparation of designs, plans, estimates, reports, and specifications; collect and analyze traffic, transportation, hydrologic, and other data and prepare reports, interpretations and recommendations; compile and enter data into computer system for computer aided mapping; perform survey field work, inspect public works projects and subdivision tracts; maintain effective relations with others. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONFor questions regarding this recruitment Please Contact Alexander Jones at 951-955-4656 or . Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries. APPLICATION INFORMATIONVeteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (). Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas. Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-855-524-5627. BENEFIT PROGRAM: UPE.. MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans. Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent. Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent. Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024. A new member is defined as any of the following: A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members". Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation. Note: This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981, Option 2. If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options. VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual): 0 4 10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days) Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours. SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual. HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance) BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase. DISABILITY: Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay. POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information. 01 I understand that this position will require driving to various facilities throughout the County of Riverside on a regular basis. and occasionally may stay overnight during the work week, based on operational demands. (A County vehicle will be provided.) Yes No 02 I understand that this position requires to work in inclement and fluctuating weather conditions, such as wind, rain, and hot/cold temperatures. Yes No 03 Are you a current regular, temporary, or per diem employee with the Transportation & Land Management Agency (TLMA)? Yes No 04 I understand the physical requirements of this position as stated in the job posting, and I am willing and able to perform these duties with or without a reasonable accommodation. Yes No 05 Select the answer that best describes your current driver's license status: I have a valid California driver's license. I am able to obtain a valid California driver's license. I currently have a valid out-of-state driver's license, and I am able to obtain a valid California driver's license. I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California driver's license. 06 What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university in land surveying, soils erosion, soils testing, blueprint reading, mathematics, computer graphics, or hydrology or a closely related field? None of these Less than 12 semester or 18 quarter units At least 12 semester or 18 quarter units At least 24 semester or 36 quarter units At least 60 semester or 90 quarter units At least 120 semester or 180 units I have my Associates degree I have my Bachelors degree I have my Masters degree I have my Doctorate degree 07 Do you have a bachelor's degree in surveying engineering or civil engineering from an accredited college or university? Yes No 08 Do you possess a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training or Surveyor-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers? If yes, please ensure to upload proof of your certificate with your application. Yes No 09 How many years of sub-professional civil engineering experience do you possess? (e.g., traffic investigations, data collection and analysis, map preparation, roadway or traffic control design support, field inspections, signs and striping support, drafting, and public inquiries.) No experience Less than six months Six months, to less than one year One year, but less than two years Two years, but less than three years Three years, but less than four years Four years, but less than five years Five years, but less than six years Six years or more 10 How many years of experience do you have performing field inspections of asphalt and concrete improvements (e.g., streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, drive approaches, or roadway rehabilitation projects)? No experience Less than six months Six months, to less than one year One year, but less than two years Two years, but less than three years Three years, but less than four years Four years, but less than five years Five years, but less than six years Six years or more 11 How many years of experience do you have reviewing and releasing projects during various phases of construction? (e.g., reviewing construction work for compliance with approved plans and specifications, authorizing progression to the next phase of work, signing off on completed improvements, and coordinating with contractors prior to project release.) No experience Less than six months Six months, to less than one year One year, but less than two years Two years, but less than three years Three years, but less than four years Four years, but less than five years Five years, but less than six years Six years or more 12 Select your level of experience with Microsoft Excel I have not had experience, education, or training in this area. I have performed this activity on the job under close supervision. I have performed this activity on the job, independently on a regular basis. In addition to independently performing this activity as a regular part of my job, I have supervised and/or trained others in this area. 13 How many years of experience do you have working in a municipal or public sector environment? (e.g., employment with a city, county, state, or federal agency performing engineering, public works, construction inspection, or development services-related duties.) No experience Less than six months Six months, to less than one year One year, but less than two years Two years, but less than three years Three years, but less than four years Four years, but less than five years Five years, but less than six years Six years or more 14 Do you have experience working in a municipal or public sector environment? (employment with a city, county, state, or federal agency performing engineering, public works, construction inspection, or development services-related duties.) If yes, please indicate your employer and primary duties. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04