FIELD ENGINEERING AIDE 7228

Field Engineering AideAnnual salary is $96,089 to $119,391. The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $100,871 to $125,300.A Field Engineering Aide performs sub-professional land surveying work or works with engineering personnel. A Field Engineering Aide may be required to climb fences, work in confined spaces, work with and around hot asphalt, and carry surveying equipment long distances over various types of terrain; also may be trained to operate Data Collectors, and to set up and operate Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers.Requirement(s)/Minimum Qualification(s)Successful completion of high school or college-level courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry and 3 semester or 4 quarter units in plane surveying, and one course in the following: drafting or computer aided drafting; orOne year of full-time paid experience as a member of a survey party.As a condition of employment, a valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Applicants will be disqualified or deemed ineligible for hire if their DMV record reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation within the last 36 months in any state or jurisdiction. The City of Los Angeles reserves the right to issue a notice of disqualification or ineligibility at any time before a final job offer is extended.Applicants qualifying under Requirement #1 above must list course titles, number of units, school, and date completed in the Supplemental Questions section of the application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application at the time of filling will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed.Qualifying coursework must be from a school accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at completing the examination process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide proof of qualifying coursework.

Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying coursework or transcripts to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.Where To Apply & Application DeadlineApplications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.Applications must be received by Thursday, October 1, 2026.In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirements, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applications submitted during the filing period may be kept on file in the event that additional applicants need to be tested to meet hiring needs.Selection ProcessThe examination will consist entirely of a weighted multiple-choice test administered and proctored on-line. In the on-line multiple-choice test, candidates may be examined for the following competencies: Mathematics, including knowledge of: algebra, geometry, trigonometry and basic arithmetic, and reading and converting decimal units; Learning Ability; Attention To Detail; Safety Focus including knowledge of: proper use of digging and cutting tools and Personal Protective Equipment, and Work Area Traffic Control Handbook (WATCH) guidelines; Job Knowledge including knowledge of: survey procedures and practices; surveying rods; distance and level measuring tools; surveying materials, supplies, tools, and equipment; numerical and/or descriptive terminology; and satellite survey systems and electronic/optical instruments; Interpersonal Skills; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to and clicking on Competencies under Field Engineering Aide.Candidates may use a hand-held, non-programmable, non-qwerty, self-contained scientific calculator during the multiple-choice test. A cellular phone with calculator functions will not be allowed.

Additional instructions will be sent via e-mail. Candidates who fail to follow the calculator instructions will be disqualified and not considered further in the examination.An information sheet has been developed to assist candidates in determining the type of calculators that will be allowed during the multiple-choice test. The information sheet is available on-line at will be notified later by e-mail of the time and location of the multiple-choice test. The multiple-choice test will be administered on Friday, November 20, 2026 in Los Angeles. Additional test dates may be added as needed.This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met.

Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.Based on City Policy, you may be required to undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing prior to and during employment in this class.A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.Notice: If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.This examination is to be given only on an open competitive basis. The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.