Engineering Technician I/II

Modesto Irrigation District
Modesto, California United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 01, 2025
  • Salary: $79,872.00 - $112,860.80 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Engineering
  • Job Description

    Description

    The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular vacancy to perform a variety of technical engineering duties including drafting, surveying, and mapping; to perform varied calculations for the District's water and/or irrigation system; and to perform field inspections.

    Any Qualified Individual May Apply . This position is non-exempt and is allocated to the Administrative, Technical, and Clerical Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Engineering Technician I/II vacancies that may occur within the District through September 30, 2026.

    Distinguishing Characteristics

    Engineering Technician I This is the entry level class in the Engineering Technician series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience. The Engineering Technician I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to direction as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

    Engineering Technician II This is the journey level class in the Engineering Technician series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

    This class is distinguished from the Engineering Technician III in that the latter is responsible for performing the more complex projects and provides technical and/or functional supervision.

    Examples of Duties

    Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Prepare, maintain and revise detailed drawings, maps, blueprints, files, records, tags, schematics, graphs and summaries per instructions, through the use of computers, CADD programs and other associated equipment;
    • Conduct periodic and final inspection of construction projects performed by outside developers and contractors.
    • Calculate estimates of relocation costs and coordinate construction projects with outside contractors and District construction crews; and monitor contracts with outside contractors and prepare billings as needed.
    • Prepare engineering reports and studies and job packages.
    • Determine, review, and administer requirements for service to specific plans, annexations, residential tracts and commercial and industrial developments.
    • Assist with surveying field work including but not limited to staking for irrigation, electrical construction, and right-of-way.
    • Prepare work authorizations.
    • Make engineering calculations; take flow measurements on canal and stream channels; draft and design District facilities.
    • Close and audit work orders and WBO's.
    • Make field inspections ensuring District rules, regulations, and standards are adhered to.
    • Maintain files and prepare reports.
    • Provide technical direction and training for other department personnel.
    • Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees, outside agencies and the public using principles of good customer service.
    • Perform related duties as assigned.


    Typical Qualifications

    Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

    Engineering Technician I

    Knowledge of:
    • Engineering principles, practices and terminology.
    • Basic methods and techniques of engineering, drafting, surveying, and estimating.
    • Algebra, trigonometry, and geometry as applied to technical engineering work.
    • Use and application of computer aided design software (AutoCAD, GIS).
    • Applicable equipment and instruments used in drafting, surveying, design, and mapping.
    • English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
    • Principles and practices of safety management.
    • Modern office equipment including the use of applicable computer applications.
    • Principles and practices of effective customer service.

    Ability to:
    • Learn to perform technical engineering including estimating, planning, surveying and designing electrical and/or irrigation systems.
    • On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policies and procedures.
    • Prepare, maintain, and revise detailed drawings and maps manually and with CADD.
    • Perform technical research and make recommendations regarding elementary engineering problems.
    • Perform elementary engineering calculations with speed and accuracy.
    • Use and care for engineering and surveying equipment.
    • Maintain records related to work activities; prepare reports.
    • Coordinate and schedule assigned tasks.
    • Maintain computer databases.
    • Perform technical research.
    • Plan, organize and prioritize assigned tasks and functions efficiently under time and pressure deadlines.
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
    • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

    Experience: One year of experience performing technical engineering work that involved the design, survey and inspection of utility facilities is desirable.

    Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of college with substantial course work in engineering to include drafting, CADD, basic electricity and mathematics at the trigonometry level.

    License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.

    Engineering Technician II

    In addition to the qualifications for the Engineering Technician I:

    Knowledge of:
    • Methods and techniques of engineering, surveying, drafting, and estimating.
    • Survey techniques and practices.
    • District functions, policies and procedures.
    • State of California General Orders 95 and 128.
    • District electric and/or irrigation service rules.
    • Pertinent local, State, and Federal codes, regulations and laws, and District standards.

    Ability to:
    • Independently perform technical engineering duties in estimating, planning, surveying, and designing electrical and/or irrigation facilities.
    • Perform technical research and make recommendations regarding routine engineering problems.
    • Perform complex engineering calculations with speed and accuracy.
    • Prepare complete plans and estimates of projects.

    Experience: Three years of progressively responsible experience similar to Engineering Technician I with the District.

    Training: High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of college with substantial course work in engineering to include drafting, CADD, basic electricity and mathematics at the trigonometry level.

    License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.

    Supplemental Information

    Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application to be received no later than Monday, October 20, 2025 at 5:00pm.
    Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) oral interview, and (2) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the testing in order to continue in the recruitment process.

    Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-3933 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

    THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.
    INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE


    For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following:Employee Benefits - Modesto Irrigation District (mid.org)

    Closing Date/Time: 10/20/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Modesto Irrigation District
    • Modesto Irrigation District

    When you work at MID ...

    You join forces with one of California’s most successful utilities. You also enjoy the many benefits MID provides for its employees.

    • Competitive Salaries
    • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
    • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave from the day you start work
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-Term Disability Insurance
    • Retirement Plan
    • Tax-deferred Compensation
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Safety and Wellness Program

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    A Great Place to Work

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    A Great Place to Live

    The Modesto area is ideally located in the heart of California’s great central valley. There’s lots to do in Modesto: parks, recreational sports, theater, opera, art, the Modesto Symphony Orchestra, historical and natural history museums, summer concerts in the park and festivals reflecting the area’s cultural and agricultural diversity.

    An hour of travel will take you to Sacramento, the Delta or to one of five reservoirs. You’ll find even more opportunities close by. Just a couple of hours in the car gets you to the ocean or the mountains. Yosemite National Park, Monterey and San Francisco are easy day trip destinations.

    This area has long been considered one of California’s best-kept secrets. Take a closer look at Modesto and Stanislaus County.

       

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