Engineering Aide

Job Description:

Engineering Aide

Description

Applications are accepted exclusively through the City of Ventura Career Site:
www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . Submissions through other websites or methods will not be accepted.

This is a temporary part-time “extra help" at-will position, with a tentative start date of late-January . Extra help positions work less than 1,000 hours per fiscal year (July 1-June 30) subject to budget availability and agency needs.

Pay

• $17.76 - $20.61 Hourly DOQ

About the Opportunity

The City of Ventura is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Aide to join our Public Works Department, specifically working within the Land Surveying Crew. This entry-level position provides valuable on-the-job experience in both office and field engineering work while supporting higher-level engineering staff.

The Engineering Aide will gain hands-on exposure to a variety of civil engineering tasks, surveys, and project documentation, working under close supervision and guidance. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start a career in engineering and public works, particularly in the Land Surveying Crew, while contributing to the development and maintenance of the City’s infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine office and field engineering work under direct supervision, with guidance on procedures and rules.
• Locate utilities, easements, property lines, and other information on plans; assist with filing and retrieving engineering maps, documents, and records.
• Check parcel maps, subdivision and improvement plans, and other engineering drawings.
• Assist in measuring distances for determining boundaries, easements, improvements, structures, and topographic features; maintain accurate notes.
• Conduct field surveys of traffic conditions, signage, striping, and roadway conditions; participate in traffic studies and record data such as speed, volume, traffic flow, accidents, signals, and signs.
• Operate survey instruments including rods, chains, theodolites, levels, and electronic distance measuring devices; maintain accurate field notes and sketches.
• Perform standard calculations, prepare earthwork quantities, cost estimates, construction layouts, maps, and visual aids based on design sketches or survey notes.
• Prepare graphic illustrations and other visual aids; order supplies and materials as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate - Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

• Enthusiastic about gaining hands-on experience in civil and public works engineering.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Comfortable working in both office and field settings.
• Able to follow instructions closely and learn procedures under supervision.
• Demonstrates interest in public service and contributing to the City’s infrastructure projects.
• Strong basic math and technical skills, with an aptitude for learning surveying and design tools.

Minimum Qualifications - Required

A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to completion of high school, supplemented by college level courses in mathematics, surveying or drafting are required.

Licenses/Certificates

License: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required.

About the Department

The Engineering Services Division of Ventura’s Public Works Department leads the planning, design, and execution of the City’s Capital Improvement Program and major infrastructure projects. The division manages surveying, floodplain and pavement management, coastal protection, and capital project procurement, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations. It also maintains Ventura’s Engineering Design Standards, supporting consistent, high-quality project delivery across the City while promoting safe, sustainable, and well-planned public infrastructure.

How to Apply & Selection Process

Submit your online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Resumes may be attached but will not replace a completed application or supplemental questionnaire. All communication regarding your application will be via email, so please check your inbox regularly and ensure your contact information is current.

Application Deadline: Monday, December 29, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Selection Process Timeline:

• Week of January 12, 2026 - Interviews (in-person)

This is a temporary part-time “extra help" at-will position. Learn more about the Engineering Aide on the job description here .

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

Additional Information

To learn more about the City’s hiring process, visit the City of Ventura Hiring Process page .

Questions? Contact the Recruitment Team:
recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov

(805) 654-7802

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

Salary:

$17.76 - 20.61 Hourly