Job Description

Location:

City of Ithaca, NY

Department:

Department of Public Works - Engineering

Classification:

Competitive

Bargaining Unit:

Administrative

Salary:

$57,92

Position Description:

The work involves responsibility for coordinating the various aspects of engineering


projects to ensure that all specifications are met, all applicable regulations, codes and permits are adhered


to, and that projects are properly completed on a timely, cost-effective basis. The incumbent works in the


field, performing technical engineering, field measurements and or survey work in connection with new


and on-going inspections of job sites, as well as in the office developing cost estimates, schematics,


preliminary project drawings and project specifications. The incumbent also acts as a liaison with


contractors, consultants, public utilities, and property owners regarding projects. This position differs from


that of an Assistant Civil Engineer by virtue of the fact that an Engineering Technician performs technical


work rather than professional engineering tasks. The work is performed under direct supervision of a


higher level Engineer in accordance with standard engineering principles, practices and techniques. Does


related work as required.




To view the complete job description, visit: Engineering Technician job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

Either:




a) Possession of an Associate's degree in construction technology, engineering technology or related


field; or





b) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of


full-time paid experience, or its part-time paid equivalent, performing technical engineering tasks such


as design, drafting, surveying or inspecting highways, buildings or bridges; or





c) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).





Note: College degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national,


or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education and/or U.S.


Secretary of Education. If an applicant's degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United


States and its territories, the applicant must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of


acceptable companies who provide this service can be found at


evaluation fee.

Special Requirement:

Possession of a valid New York State Class D driver license or a valid driver


license equivalent to a New York State Class D driver license at the time of appointment and maintenance


of said license for the duration of employment.

Appointment Status and Exam Requirement:

This will be a provisional appointment pending the


results of a civil service examination to be scheduled at a later date. Permanent appointment will be


dependent upon the candidate's exam score.

Residency Requirements:

There are no residency requirements for this position.

Benefits:

Refer to the Fringe Benefits webpage and Administrative Unit collective bargaining unit.

Supplemental Information:

Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact the
Department of Human Resources/Civil Service at (607) 274-6539 or by email to


hrdept@cityofithaca.org.



The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all
backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+, veterans, people with


disabilities, and those with lived experiences.



The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the NYS Division of Human Rights (NYS DHR) it is the


policy of the City to provide reasonable accommodation when requested without causing an undue


hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call (607)-274-6539 or contact us by email using


hrdept@cityofithaca.org.



Application Materials Required:

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City of Ithaca application
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Copy of high school and college transcripts
?

Copy of driver license





Applications will be accepted until January 21, 2026. Submit required application materials to:

Attn: City of Ithaca

Human Resources Department

All applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program. We do not accept


paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of applications.

Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!

Issued: January 7, 2026