About Livermore
The City of Livermore, with a population of 91,000+ residents, is located in Alameda County, approximately forty miles east of San Francisco, and adjacent to the San Joaquin Valley. Livermore’s heritage includes historic vineyards and a tradition of ranching and agriculture. Today, our City continues to expand its wine-making industry and celebrate our annual rodeo. Livermore is home to two world-renowned national laboratories, nineteen wineries, a general aviation airport, and three golf courses.
Livermore’s local and regional economy is strong and diverse. Our inclusion within the Northern aspect of the Silicon Valley and other major Northern California market and employment centers, enables us to benefit from business development and expansion, while preserving the quality of life that originally brought people to Livermore.
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
There's More Here
Location
Description
The City of Livermore is currently conducting a recruitment to fill one Assistant Engineering Technician (Construction Inspection) position in the Engineering Division of the Community Development Department. Apply for this amazing opportunity at www.LivermoreCA.gov/jobs by 5 p.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025.
Under general supervision of the Construction Inspection Manager, this Assistant Engineering Technician position performs routine technical office and field engineering functions in connection with public works activities. The current vacancy exists in the Construction Inspection Section of the Engineering Division.
Examples of duties include:
- Performs field inspections of public works projects, developments, and activities requiring permits and inspection
- Inspects grading, underground utilities, City water mains, sewers, storm drains, curbs, gutters, paving, irrigation systems, street lights, and other infrastructure construction for conformance with regulatory standards, plans, and specifications
- Maintains daily written records of progress made in construction and materials used
- Assists in the preparation of progress payments and writing of change orders
- Performs other contract administration duties on routine public works projects
Ideal Candidate
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and characteristics:
- Engineering principles and practices related to design, construction, and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, drainage, and related public works projects
- Values and possesses high ethical and professional standards
- Responds to inquiries with tact and good judgement using creative problem solving techniques
- Demonstrates resourcefulness and self-motivation
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff from various departments/divisions, construction field personnel, and residents
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Two years of technical experience in public works engineering including experience in civil design, construction, land development, and/or traffic engineering. Experience involving customer service is preferred.
Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, land surveying, engineering design, construction inspection, and/or traffic engineering. An Associate degree in a related field is desirable.
License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City is required.
Other Requirements: Willingness and ability to work overtime as required; respond to emergencies, attend meetings, classes, and seminars as required during work and non-work hours; work under adverse conditions such as in inclement weather, in awkward spaces, and in and around construction areas.
Special Requirements: Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to work in a standard office environment; drive a motor vehicle; read fine print on drawings and computer monitors; converse in person, over the telephone, two-way radio, and around the noise of heavy construction equipment and be heard and clearly understood; move across rough terrain and bridge scaffolding; climb into and out of sewer holes and trenches, up 25 foot ladders, and several flight of stairs; use drafting and survey instruments, calculators, and personal computers; and strength to safely lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.