Engineering Technician Level I/II (various positions including Permit Technician)Print ( Technician Level I/II (various positions including Permit Technician)Salary$58,171.68 - $81,306.72 AnnuallyLocationSacramento, CAJob TypePermanent Full-TimeJob Number27960-EDepartmentCounty WideOpening Date09/11/2024Closing Date11/13/2024 5:00 PM PacificDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsThe PositionThis is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:10/9/2024, 11/20/2024 (Final)Level I - $4,847.64 - $5,891.67/monthLevel II - $5,575.00 - $6,775.56/monthUnder supervision, Engineering Technicians Level I/II perform a variety of sub-professional engineering duties such as design assistance and drafting work in support of professional engineering staff. Assignments may include mechanical, structural, electrical, or instrumentation technical support work. Incumbents also perform engineering support work involving labor compliance, traffic usage analysis, plan & map checking, construction administration, drafting, condition compliance and conformance, and issuing permits and determining required fees.The eligible list for this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies. One current vacancy is for a Permit Technician with the Division of Building Permits and Inspection. Permit Technicians assist customers with the processing and issuing of building permits, and checking applications for accuracy, completeness and code compliance.NOTE: The level at which initial appointments are made to the class of Engineering Technician and advancement from Level I to Level II are at the discretion of the appointing authority, provided the minimum qualifications are met. The eligible list for this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies.Come visit us at the Sacramento County Career Fair on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Click here ( to find out more!Examples of Knowledge and AbilitiesKnowledge ofPrinciples of engineeringEngineering, drafting, designing and mathematics techniquesSpecialized techniques in the use of automated equipment and standard applications software used in engineering projectsExtensive knowledge of public works facilities construction techniques, methods, materials and equipmentAbility toFollow through and complete in assigned engineering support work as directed by professional engineers or higher level staffConsult with contractors and outside engineering staff to determine compliance with approved plans, specifications and County standardsInterpret and explain pertinent laws, rules and County requirements to outside consultantsIndependently prepare analyses and reports utilizing automated equipment and softwareMaintain sets of project records and prepare reports to maintain control of project progressRead, speak, and write English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performanceEmployment QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Any combination of experience and education or training that is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities for this class. Typical ways to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:Level IEither : One year of full time experience in the class of Engineering Aide in Sacramento County Service.Or : One year of sub-professional engineering experience preferably involving public works facilities or structures work.Level IIEither : One year as an Engineering Technician (Level I) in Sacramento County Service.Or : Two years of sub-professional engineering experience involving public works facilities or structures work.Education Substitution: Completion of coursework in engineering or a related field at an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience. Related education substitutions for the required experience are computed on the basis of 3 semester units or 4.5 quarter units = 1 work month.Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here ( or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.Special RequirementsDriver's License:Some positions require a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher at the time of appointment.Note: Failure to maintain the appropriate valid California Driver's License constitutes cause for termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4.Background/Criminal History:Applicants for positions assigned to the Department of Airports are subject to a criminal history record check in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration, FAR 107.11(f) and Sacramento County Personnel Policies and Procedures.Probationary PeriodThe probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.Application and Testing InformationAPPLICATIONQualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here ( to apply.County of SacramentoDepartment of Personnel ServicesEmployment Services Division700 H Street, Room 4667Sacramento, CA 95814Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay ServiceEmail Mail Code: 09-4667 applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIREApplicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSClick here ( for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)For information regarding County jobs: County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711.EMPLOYEE BENEFITSAs an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP).GENERAL BENEFITS:Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting POSITIONS:Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions.SALARY STEP INCREASES:The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.PAY:All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty.VACATION:Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.HOLIDAYS:14.5 holidays per year as recognized.SICK LEAVE:Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit.PARENTAL LEAVE:Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations.TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.RETIREMENT:Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage.HEALTH INSURANCE:The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs.DENTAL INSURANCE:The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person.LIFE INSURANCE:The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.DEFERRED COMPENSATION:The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal.EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:Legal Advice/Difficult DecisionsMarriage or Family RelationshipsFinancial or Credit Worries/Elder CareAlcohol and Drug AbuseWELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.WORKERS' COMPENSATION:In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California.SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION:The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction.SELECTION AND PLACEMENTSacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age.Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification."Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS:If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications.OPEN EXAMINATIONS:Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply.CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS:Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received.ELIGIBLE LISTS:Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists.EXAMINATION RATINGS:Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director.APPEAL PROCESS:Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination.Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate.FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): INFORMATIONVETERAN'S PREFERENCE:Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes."Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT:As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment.CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE:Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest.CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT:No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position.SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION):Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, andThe certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING:The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant.DRIVER LICENSE:Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions.PROBATIONARY PERIOD:Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months.AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE:Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either:Become a union member;Pay a fair share fee to the union; or,Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity.FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS:Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions.01The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score.Note: The Supplemental Questionnaire and the Application are administered as two separate documents. The Application is used only to determine if the minimum qualifications are met; and the Supplemental Questionnaire will be used only to determine your exam score.In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.I have read and understood the above instructions.02Select the one box that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the Engineering Technician Level I/II position.Note: Completion of coursework in engineering or a related field at an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience. Related education substitutions for the required experience are computed on the basis of 3 semester units or 4.5 quarter units = 1 work month.I have one year or more of full-time experience in the class of Engineering Aide in Sacramento County ServiceI have one year or more of sub-professional engineering experience preferably involving public works facilities or structures workI have less than one year full-time experience and I am using college coursework to substitute for the deficient time (i.e. I have seven months full-time experience in the class of Engineering Aide in Sacramento County and have completed 15 semester units in engineering at Sacramento State University). Or I am only using education to meet the minimum qualifications.I do not meet the minimum requirement for the Engineering Technician I/II position03Stop and ReadIf applicable, a copy of your degree and/or transcripts indicating that your degree has been conferred must be submitted with your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.If you already have a copy of a valid transcript, diploma, and/or licensure attached to your governmentjobs.com master profile account, you do not need to attach another copy. However, you do need to make sure that a copy is electronically attached to this application.If applicable, failure to submit required proof of education may result in disqualification from the examination. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here ( documentsguidelines.pdf) or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date.I have read and understood the above instructions.04Select the one box that best describes the highest level of education specific to the position that you have completed.Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Engineering or a closely related fieldAssociate's Degree, or 60 or more semester (90 quarter) units from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering or a closely related fieldAssociate's degree or higher, or 60 or more semester (90 quarter) units from an accredited college or university in a field not closely related to EngineeringCompletion of an Engineering Certificate at a college or universityCompletion of some Engineering or related courses/formal training programsNone of the above05Select all the boxes for which you have technical engineering experience and/or education.Calculations and computations of quantities and costsCondition/ordinance/regulatory complianceConstruction administrationDrawing/drafting/CAD/GISEngineering designFee and permit determinationsField verificationMap/plan reviewsSurveysNone of the above06Select all the boxes that best describe the types of engineering software, databases and related programs you have experience using. During the hiring interview you may be required to perform tasks using the software you selected.AccelaAdobe and/or PhotoshopComputer Aided Drafting (CAD) software applicationsComputerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software (i.e. Maximo)e-PlanSoftFileNetGeographic Information System (GIS)/ARC GISMicrosoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel)None of the above07Select all the boxes for which you have technical engineering experience and/or education utilizing engineering software, databases and related programs. Please note that you may be required to demonstrate competency during a hiring interview.Compilation of statistics and data for periodic reports and tabulationsComputer assisted draftingConfiguration of processing routinesData entry, retrieval, and manipulationDetermination of file and database layoutLayout and design of screens and reports/report generationMaintenance of complex files, records, and/or report formatsNone of the above08Select the one box that best describes your paid experience performing sub-professional engineering project work on facilities and/or structures, and/or engineering design/construction work.My sub-professional experience includes my independent collection AND analysis of dataMy sub-professional experience includes my independent collection of data OR my independent analysis of dataMy experience performing sub-professional engineering project work does NOT include my independent collection or analysis of dataNone of the above09Select all the boxes for which you have engineering experience assisting the public, contractors and/or other agencies and responding to inquiries.Explaining right of way restrictions, use of property parcelsInterpreting and explaining maps, standards, rules, and requirementsResearching property lines, deeds for easements, and records for liensNone of the above10For the selections you made in Question 9 select the one box that best describes the average number of the public, contractors and/or other agencies you assist on a daily basisLess than 25 daily in person, on the telephone or via email25 but less than 40 daily in person, on the telephone or via email40 but less than 60 daily in person, on the telephone or via email60 or more daily in person, on the telephone or via emailNone of the above11For the selections you made in Question 10, select the one box that best describes your experience interacting with irate/difficult members of the public, contractors and/or other agency representatives during a typical workday.Part of my job but not a primary function (Performed less than 15% of the time)Intermittent function of my job (Performed 15% but less than 25% of the time)Regular function of my job (Performed 25% or more of the time)None of the above12Select the one box that describes your current valid California Driver License.I possess a California Class C Driver License or higherI have the ability to immediately obtain a California Class C Driver LicenseI do not possess nor have the ability to immediately obtain a California Class C Driver License13Select the one box that describes your cross-connection certification(s) and/or D1/D2 operator license in Water Supply for the Recycled Water program.I possess cross-connection certification(s) and/or D1/D2 operator licenseI am interested in obtaining cross-connection certification(s) and/or D1/D2 operator licenseI do not possess nor am I interested in obtaining cross-connection certifications and/or D1/D2 operator license14Background and Criminal History Check:The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment within this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures and applicable federal and state law. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks, Social Security Number verification, professional license/ registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act.I understand this may be required depending on the location of the position.15List your employment experience that qualifies you for the Engineering Technician Level I/II position. For all experience listed, provide the following:EmployerDates of employmentPosition titlePosition level (e.g. management, supervisory, lead, journey level, etc.)Primary duties and responsibilities, to include experience as related to selections for each prior supplemental question.If you have no qualifying experience, type "N/A."16The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant.I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030.Yes.No.17I have read the General Requirements and Other Requirements as stated on the job announcement.Yes18Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and/or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.Attended in the last one (1) – three (3) months.Attended in the last four (4) – six (6) months.Attended in the last seven (7) months – one (1) year.Attended an event more than one (1) year ago.Have attended a career fair and/or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives.Have not attended a career fair and/or job event.19List the following for the career fair and/or job event you attended: • Name of event • Location of event • Month and year of event If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please type "None".Required QuestionAgencyCounty of SacramentoAddress700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, California, 95814Phone(916) 874-5593Website verify your email address Verify Email