Engineering Technician; Electric

Engineering Technician (Electric)

Silicon Valley Power, Asset Management Group has an excellent opportunity for the position of Engineering Technician (Electric). Job responsibilities include, prepares scaled and dimensioned plans based on sketches prepared by engineering and/or estimating personnel, maintains records of as-builts and updates existing SVP maps and records utilizing ESRI-based GIS applications, maintains master map files, including such records of block maps, street light maps, fiber communication, electric utility single line and operating diagrams and other maps, performs computing and drafting operations in AutoCAD, involved in checking drawings of electric utility facilities, perform other duties as assigned.

The Engineering Technician (Electric) is an entry-level classification in the paraprofessional Engineering Technician series. An incumbent in this classification performs routine technical office and field work in support of various engineering projects in the Electric Utility Department. Specific responsibilities will vary according to assignment. Performs related duties as assigned.

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write "see resume, NA, or personnel file."). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a
1) Cover Letter and
2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the "Apply Now" feature on the job announcement taclaraca.gov. This position is continuous or open until filled:
Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

The annual salary range for this position is $87,161.88 - $. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

Minimum

Education Requirements:

Graduation from high school or tested equivalent, including satisfactory completion of courses in mathematics

Minimum Experience Requirements:
One (1) year working with geographic information system (GIS) tools and systems OR one (1) year working with computer-aided drafting (CAD).

Acceptable Substitution:
Post-secondary education equivalent to thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units including satisfactory completion of courses in mathematics, engineering, CAD, GIS, or related subjects may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

Employees are required to pass initial and periodic comprehensive background checks, which may include fingerprinting, to meet Federal, State and/or industry security requirements. Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment, with or without reasonable accommodations.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.

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