Engineering Aide/Technician I/II

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Engineering Aide/Technician I/II

Salary

$43,784.00 - $90,001.60 Annually

Location

Moreno Valley

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

25-97432-06

Department

Department of Waste Resources

Division

Department of Waste Resources

Opening Date

03/24/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

ABOUT THE POSITION


The Riverside County Department of Waste Resources has multiple openings for Engineering Aide, Technician I, or Technician II at the Badlands Sanitary Landfill. 

The Engineering Aide or Technician will support landfill operations by performing field inspections at active and closed landfill sites to ensure compliance with state, local, and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include construction inspection of public works projects for adherence to plans, specifications, and County standards, and assisting engineering staff with preparing plans and cost estimates. The role requires performing calculations for soil volumes, disposal capacity, and site life using CADD mapping software (MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, GIS). Candidates will be required to use Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Projects.

Additional field work includes sub-professional land surveying, setting construction stakes with Trimble GPS equipment, inspecting drainage systems for compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements, and preparing daily construction reports. Office duties involve drafting maps and drawings for topography, alignments, and cross-sections using CADD programs. 

Competitive candidates will have experience drafting with MicroStation/Inroads, AutoCAD/AutoDesk, and/or Civil 3D. Candidates with Public Works working experience with International Conference of Building codes (ICBO), State water quality requirements, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) are highly encouraged to apply. 


Meet the Team!
The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.

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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Engineering Aide:

• Learn to perform subprofessional land surveying using GPS and setting grade stakes.

• Learn to assist with public works construction inspection including taking photographs, creating daily reports of the day’s activities, obtaining and documenting wind speeds using an approved anemometer (Wind meter), collection of truck delivery tickets and material shipping manifests. 

 • Learn to assist with performing Closed Site Inspections (CSI’s) at various closed sites throughout the county.  Learn to document current site conditions making sure to be detailed and objective.  Stating all findings and recommendations in a clear and factual manner. Provide photo evidence to support  findings.

• Learn to tabulate and plot field survey data and to read, interpret and prepare contour and land maps; index and file records.

• Learn to assist with landfill tarp tracking and inspection at the open sites within the county. 

• Provide routine information to the public. 

Engineering Technician I/II:


ENGINEERING:

• Make topographic, cross-sectional and profile drawings and maps using manual or computer aided techniques; prepare preliminary construction drawings; index and file maps, drawings and other engineering records. 


• Take and prepare field samples for laboratory analysis of a variety of soils, aggregates, concrete mixes, and other materials being used for construction projects.


• Learn to perform subprofessional land surveying using GPS and setting grade stakes.
 
• Make traffic counts, census surveys and sign inspections, including collecting and recording data and making diagrams of intersections and accident scenes; collect materials samples, and make and keep notes and records of routine laboratory tests such as relative compaction, sand equivalent, specific gravity, grading analysis, and environmental analysis.

• Perform public works construction inspection including taking photographs, creating daily reports of the day’s activities, obtaining and documenting wind speeds using a approved Anemometer (Wind meter), collection of truck delivery tickets and material shipping manifests. 
 • Perform Closed Site Inspections (CSI’s) at various closed sites throughout the county.  Have the a ability to document current site conditions making sure to be detailed and objective.  Stating all findings and recommendations in a clear and factual manner. Provide photo evidence to support  findings.
 
• Tabulate and plot field survey data and to read, interpret and prepare contour and land maps; index and file records.


WASTE DISPOSAL:

• Assist in preparing technical reports on solid waste landfill sites, including availability of cover material, capacity analysis, effects of run-off, access, and ecological impact. 


• Participate in the sampling, inspections, monitoring, and construction of gas collection systems, including flare stations and gas-to-energy systems, and ground/surface water monitoring systems at landfill sites; participate in air quality sampling. 


• Assist site engineer in survey support of daily landfill construction. 


• Assist in construction inspections for public works construction projects. 


• Perform Landfill Tarp tracking and inspection at the open sites within the county.

• Perform protective cover soil inspection while placement is occurring on and adjacent to flexible membrane liner systems (FML). 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Engineering Aide:  $43,782.90 - $62,131.22 Annually

Experience: One year 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.) 

Knowledge of: Mathematics, including the elementary principles of algebra and geometry as applied in sub professional engineering work.

Ability to: Learn the techniques and practices involved in assigned sub-professional engineering work; perform mathematical computations; keep clear and accurate notes; perform simple drafting; understand and follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively with others.

Engineering Technician I:  $51,541.31 - $80,957.40 Annually

OPTION I

Experience: 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 II

Certificate: 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: $64,132.95 - $89,998.66 Annually 
OPTION I
Experience: 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 II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in surveying engineering or civil engineering.

OPTION III
Experience: 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 OPTIONS

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 hydrologic and other data and prepare reports, interpretations and recommendations; compile and enter data into computer system; perform survey field work, inspect public works projects and closed landfills; maintain effective relations with others.


TO ALL POSITIONS:


License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License. The selected candidate will perform office/field work at the Badlands Landfill and will be required to drive to various remote locations throughout Riverside County including the Desert sites.
 
Physical Requirements: The Engineering Aide or Engineering Technician will work outdoors and will be exposed to inclement weather conditions, smells, animals, and insects. Hiking and walking on slopes and uneven terrain will be required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

What’s Next?
This recruitment is open to All applicants.

Schedule: Incumbents may be required to participate in a mandatory on-call schedule which may include working nights, holidays, and weekends. 

The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is based on candidate qualifications
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For questions regarding this recruitment
Contact Chris Recinos atcrecinos@rivco.org or at (951) - 955 - 9883.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran'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:  https://rivcocob.org/board-policies 

 

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: https://rc-hr.com/disability 

 

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 (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

 

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, www.rc-hr.com

 

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Click here to learn more about the benefits of working for the County of Riverside

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 here.

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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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 retirement@rivco.org 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 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
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: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.

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.

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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.
02
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
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How many years of sub-professional civil engineering experience do you have? For example: assist in construction inspections for public works construction projects and/or Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) mapping.
  • No experience.
  • Less than one year.
  • One year or more, but less than two years.
  • Two years or more, but less than three years.
  • Three years or more, but less than four years.
  • Four years or more, but less than five years.
  • Five years or more, but less than six years.
  • Six years or more.
04
How many years of experience in public works do you have in inspecting construction sites and landfills such as a closed landfill?
  • No experience.
  • Less than one year.
  • One year or more, but less than two years.
  • Two years or more, but less than three years.
  • Three years or more, but less than four years.
  • Four years or more, but less than five years.
  • Five years or more, but less than six years.
  • Six years or more.
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What is the highest level of education you have 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? Please upload transcripts.
  • None of these
  • At least 12 semester or 18 quarter units
  • At least 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 60 semester or 90 quarter units
  • At least 90 semester or 135 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
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I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my degree or a copy of my transcript(s) as verification of educational units completed at the time of hire. (Official and 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.)
  • Yes.
  • No.
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Do you possess 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? Please upload documentation.
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you have at least one year of sub-professional civil engineering experience using any of the following programs? (Select all that apply)
  • No experience.
  • AutoCad
  • MicroStation
  • InRoads
  • ArcGIS
  • ESRI Products
  • Autodesk Civil 3D
  • Other GIS tools and programs
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Do you have sub-professional civil engineering experience in public works projects working with:
  • No experience with any of the listed areas.
  • International Conference of Building codes (ICBO)
  • California Water Quality Standards Regulations (WQA)
  • National Pollutant Discharge System (NPDS)
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In a few sentences, please describe your sub-professional engineering experience in field work, land surveying and/or inspections within the public works industry?

Required Question

Employer
County of Riverside
Address
County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone
(951) 955-3500