Junior Utilities Engineer/Assistant Utilities Engineer/Associate Utilities Civil Engineer

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The City of Vacaville is accepting applications for the position of Junior Utilities Engineer/Assistant Utilities Engineer/Associate Utilities Civil Engineer in our Utilities Department. Currently, two (2) vacancies exist for these position. This recruitment will also establish an eligibility list for future vacancies in this classification that may occur over the next 12-month period.

The Junior Utilities Engineer/Assistant Utilities Engineer/Associate Utilities Civil Engineer position is flexible in staffing and may be filled at either the Junior (entry) level, Assistant (journey) level or Associate (advanced journey) level, depending on candidates’ qualifications and departmental needs. Individuals may progress to the next level upon meeting higher-level qualifications. 

The Utilities Engineers perform a wide variety of technical and professional engineering work in the design, construction and maintenance of public works and utilities projects; plan and coordinate major public works and utilities programs; and assist in supervision of engineering division activities.

SALARY INFORMATION:

Junior Utilities Engineer $102,455.65 – $124,537.48/Annually

Assistant Utilities Engineer $111,010.35 – $134,909.89/Annually 

Associate Utilities Civil Engineer $122,122.26 – $148,403.52/Annually

This position works a “Defined 9/75 schedule”, which is nine days over two weeks (typically eight 8.5-hour days and one 7-hour day with the tenth day off). In addition, this position is eligible for a remote/hybrid work schedule.

Working for the City of Vacaville comes with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical Insurance at affordable rates – City covers up to 85% of Kaiser premiums & other plans also available
• Vision and Dental Insurance monthly premiums covered 100% by the City
• Paid sick leave, vacation leave, thirteen holidays and two floating holidays a year 
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment 
• Deferred compensation plan with up to 6% City contribution available 
• California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) plan enrollment and Retiree Health Savings account 

See our generous Benefits Summary page for more detailed information. 

An Engineer with the Utilities Department performs a wide range of professional engineering duties. Typical assignments may consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

• Project Planning and Management: Prepare project scope, schedule and cost for contract water and wastewater projects.
• Consultant Contract Management: Manage and administer consultant contracts, Public Works contracts, prepare RFQ/RFP.
• Design: Research and develop design criteria, prepare and review calculations, plans, drawings, specifications and estimates.
• Planning, Technical Review and Research: Review and evaluate technical reports and proposals, prepare regulatory permits associated with the design of water supply and wastewater-related projects.
• Supervisory: Mentor junior staff, prioritize and oversee project work by others, assist with technical challenges on the projects. 

For more information, including a complete job description, please click here.

The Junior-Assistant-Associate Utilities Engineer is a flexibly staffed series that provides employees an opportunity to be promoted without competitive recruitment. 

ABOUT YOU

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate for this position will possess experience in water and wastewater projects as well as:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering 
• The ability to learn and expand their knowledge and expertise
• Experience with municipal engineering activities
• Project planning and management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• The ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, other City employees, consultants, developers, contractors, utility companies and other government agencies
• Excellent customer service skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Junior Utilities Engineer

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Equivalent to completion of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering

Experience: None Required

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.

 

Assistant Utilities Engineer

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE – Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to acquire the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Equivalent to completion of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering supplemented by course work in training and supervision.

Experience: Two years of professional level civil engineering experience in plan checking, design, construction or contract management of utilities or public works projects. Some work experience in a lead capacity is desirable.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE 

Possession of an Engineering-in-Training (EIT) Certificate.

Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.

 

Associate Utilities Civil Engineer

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE – Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to acquire the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:  Equivalent to completion of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, supplemented by course work in training and supervision.

Experience: Four years of professional engineering experience including at least two years of experience similar to the City of Vacaville Assistant Engineer. One year of work experience overseeing technical staff and/or project management.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Possession of a certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California or possession of a certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer from another state, and the requirement to obtain registration in California as a condition for completing the probationary period.

Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.

ABOUT EVERYTHING ELSE

A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by 5:30 p.m., Monday, January 6, 2025.

 Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.com. Application packets may also be requested in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101. Cover letters and resumes are encouraged as a supplement but cannot be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet.

 IMPORTANT: Contact with applicants will primarily occur via email. Please ensure that your application indicates a valid email address which you check regularly.

 For ADA information and other Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.

Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete the pre-placement process for this position before a final offer will be extended. Pre-placement assessments for this position include, but may not be limited to, an employment and education verification, Livescan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint review), and DMV review.