Assistant Engineer​/Associate Engineer; DOQ

The District:

Rubidoux Community Services District (RCSD) was formed in 1952 to provide essential public services to the unincorporated community of Rubidoux in Riverside County. Today, the District continues to serve the same service area, which is now fully within the incorporated City of Jurupa Valley.

The Assistant/Associate Engineer in the Engineering Department of the Rubidoux Community Services District is a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Civil Engineer (EIT or PE) responsible for performing a variety of professional-level civil engineering duties. These responsibilities include Operations support ensuring compliance with water quality regulations, permitting requirements, and reporting obligations. The role supports various operational functions of the District and involves both technical and project management tasks.

Additionally, the engineer assists with planning, design, construction administration, and closeout of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The position also involves developer coordination and oversight, including planning, coordination, and field observation.

The Assistant Engineer (EIT preferred) is an entry-level position with one or more years of civil engineering experience. Under close supervision from the Director of Engineering or general supervision and direction from the General Manager or Assistant General Manager, the Assistant Engineer learns and works within the framework of District policies and procedures. Position will involve most of the duties of the Associate Engineer at a lower complexity and less independent level.

Work is supervised and reviewed until the Assistant Engineer demonstrates the ability to work independently and proficiently on a given task.

The Associate Engineer (P.E. required) is a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California with at least five (5) years of civil engineering experience. Under general supervision from the Director of Engineering, General Manager, or Assistant General Manager, the Associate Engineer works within the framework of District policies and procedures. The Associate Engineer demonstrates engineering expertise and sound engineering judgement in performing complex professional engineering tasks independently and proficiently.

Position will involve most of the duties of the Assistant Engineer at a higher complexity and more independent level with the ability to exercise sound engineering judgement and implement industry practices. Work is generally supervised and reviewed until the Associate Engineer demonstrates the ability to work independently and proficiently on a given task.

The Engineering Division plays a central role in supporting engineering and operations including critical regulatory and permitting activities to ensure the District complies with a wide array of environmental and safety regulations. This includes preparing reports and coordinating with agencies such as the AQMD, RWQCB, DDW, SWRCB, and EPA. Staff oversee compliance activities related to air quality, hazardous waste, water quality, and stormwater management, and participate in audits and inspections.

They also manage special studies and projects; process permit renewals and ensure that operational activities align with evolving regulatory requirements. Keeping up to date with changes in legislation and maintaining compliance tracking systems are also essential components of this role. They conduct research to determine design requirements, perform complex engineering analyses, and serve as project managers, ensuring that projects meet District standards and regulatory requirements.

In addition to critical regulatory and permitting activities, they perform engineering design, construction support, respond to customer requests, oversee development activities, and the District’s Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). This includes planning, designing, and managing the construction of water and wastewater facilities. Engineers are responsible for preparing technical documents such as construction drawings, cost estimates, and specifications, as well as…