Engineering Aide - Major Projects

The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of ENGINEERING AIDE to fill one (1) vacancy in the Electrical Division
. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The Engineering Aide performs para‑professional office and field engineering work. Drafts engineering documents, provides field surveys and project design, performs calculations, and designs general layout for various projects.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform and deliver a wide range of customer and engineering services under direct supervision for multiple departments and projects.
• Create, design, and draft base maps for infrastructure upgrades; use and operate various computer equipment, software, and hardware to produce competent designs and modify existing ones.
• Perform field survey and measurement work to ensure accuracy in drawings and calculations; gather, compile, and organize actual measurements for the locations of vaults, manholes, transformers, etc. for future engineering designs and construction plans.
• Perform construction observation to document and memorialize Capital Improvement Projects and ensure compliance with construction specifications and plans.
• Assist, support, and engage with other engineers to complete required drawings and designs; provide clerical and general support for various tasks and engineering‑related work; attend consistent meetings and engage with Engineering staff to ensure work is being done accurately and effectively.
• Plot and issue drawings to be given to construction crews and inspection crews; coordinate work and delivery of documents and ensure all parties involved have access to drawings and sketches; edit, review, and update documents and drawings as needed; ensure all revisions and modifications are communicated.
• Calculate and determine the quantity of materials used in a project for central stores to accommodate the project needs; determine necessary equipment, develop cost estimates, and calculate usage to ensure facilities are not over‑extended or overworked.
• Respond to emails, calls, and general questions and inquiries from a variety of customers and construction personnel.
• Process, submit, and track engineering paperwork for the department and the City; provide technical support for engineering‐related tasks; perform work in changing areas of assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

One year of experience in the planning, design and/or engineering phases of (depending upon assignment) streets, sewers, storm drains; or electric/water facilities.

• Hands‑on experience in the planning, design, and/or engineering phases of municipal electric facilities
• AutoCAD experience
• GIS experience
• Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) experience

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Work is done in a standard office environment and in the field with exposure to construction materials, hazards, chemicals, and other adverse conditions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

• Completed Employment Application
• Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

For general information on completing your on‑line application, consult the Application Guide.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best‑qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job‑related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

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