ENGINEERING AIDE

Salary : $77,761.32 - $107,194.88 Annually
Location : Burbank, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 260323B1
Department: Burbank Water & Power
Division: Technology Operations
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/4/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT

Open to all qualified candidates.
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 09/21/26 - Blind Application & Supplemental scoring
Week of 09/28/26 - Oral interview

Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.

Under direct supervision, to perform entry level para-professional engineering work involving basic engineering knowledge and skills; and to do related work as required.
Essential Functions
Performs routine work in plotting cross sections, profiles and contours; checks applications for permits and connections against departmental drawings and records; verifies existing improvements from maps; makes additions to maps; computes and indicates changes in lot lines on maps; computes changes or assessments from frontage or area; compiles data for plans, specifications, and reports; makes calculations using algebra and trigonometry; prepares maps, layouts, plans, and drawings from rough or detailed sketches or notes; traces drawings and maps; posts new data on maps and drawings; draws graphs and charts to illustrate statistical data; secures information from public records using knowledge of engineering terms and drafting.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:

Knowledge of -drafting instruments, techniques, and practices; standard terminology, techniques, practices and equipment used in engineering surveying, drafting, hydrography, and inspection; algebra and trigonometry.

Ability to do data entry; use calculators to perform arithmetic computations quickly, neatly, and accurately; read and interpret maps and simple engineering drawings; sketch, trace, delineate and letter; follow oral and written instructions or an established procedure in performing a variety of simple tasks requiring careful execution; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.

Education/Training: Completion of two years' college course work (60 semester units) with emphasis in engineering or related subject with completion of course work in drafting, algebra and trigonometry with a grade "C" or better.

Supplemental Information
A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent may be required at time of appointment.
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You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Engineering Aide. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process.INSTRUCTIONSAnswer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Click "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

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Describe the engineering coursework you have completed?
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What experience do you have working for utilities? Be specific about what work you did.
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What experience do you have working with AutoCAD software?
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What experience do you have working with Fiber Manager software?
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What experience do you have working with ESRI GIS software?
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What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of at least 60 semester units of college coursework with an emphasis in engineering or a related subject, including coursework in drafting, algebra, and trigonometry with grades of "C" or better
• Associate degree or higher in engineering or a related field, including coursework in drafting, algebra, and trigonometry with grades of "C" or better
• Associate degree or higher in a field unrelated to engineering
• None of the above

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I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.

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