The City of Lathrop is seeking eligible candidates for the position of GIS/CAD Engineering Technician. Under supervision from the Public Works Director, City Engineer, or designee, the GIS/CAD Engineering Technician, performs a variety of routine and complex technical engineering activities, related to but not limited to drafting, surveying and paraprofessional engineering duties in support of professional engineering staff; and creates and maintains maps, other geographic source data, technical engineering drawings, tracings, charts and graphs using prescribed engineering/drafting standards and methods.

Incorporated in 1989, the City of Lathrop is located in the Northern San Joaquin Valley and sits east and west of the San Joaquin River. Interstate 5, Interstate 205, and State Route 120 intersect within the city.   We are located approximately 70 miles east of San Francisco and 70 miles south of Sacramento.  Monterey, Santa Cruz, Napa Valley, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains are all located within 2 hours of Lathrop. Lathrop is centrally located within a 30-minute commute of Tracy, Manteca, Stockton, Ripon, Lodi, Modesto, and Livermore. Lathrop’s population as of January 1, 2025, reported by the State of California Department of Finance, is 38,596. Additionally, the City of Lathrop made headlines in  2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 as one of Northern California’s fastest-growing communities.  In 2024, Lathrop was reported to be the 5th fastest growing city in the country. With the continued growth in the residential communities, our population is anticipated to reach approximately 70,000.

This position is part of the Engineering Division, within the Public Works Department. Incumbent receives immediate direction and supervision from the Public Works Director, City Engineer, or designee. Incumbents do not routinely exercise supervision over other staff, contractors or volunteers.

Essential Functions: (include but are not limited to the following)

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and a combination of either two (2) years of practical experience performing tasks comparable to those of a GIS/CAD technician, programmer or analyst, preferably in a large organization or municipal government applying civil drafting techniques with CAD software, inspection, or survey work. Or, an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, or related degree, or completion of an equivalent two (2) years of college courses related to drafting, cartography, GIS, surveying, engineering, construction management or a related field.  Autodesk AutoCAD and GIS software such as ESRI product knowledge is highly desirable

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver’s license. Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Engineer-in-Training, issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers, is highly desirable.

Knowledge/Abilities:(The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.)

Modern and current principles and practices related to computer industry technology, practices and trends; including computer system operations, maintenance, and networking. Operation and GIS concepts and analytical techniques, including computerized mapping and digital data conversion, manipulation and analysis. ESRI or similar remote sensing/ GIS software, such as ArcGIS products and software.

 

Digitizing and data manipulation procedures for geographic information systems. Standard testing techniques. Basic principles of mathematics; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office practices, methods and equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and professional writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices. Highly desirable knowledge of modern principles and practices of Capital Improvement Project construction project management; principles, procedures, practices, and standards of municipal engineering; surveying methods and techniques; strength of materials and stress analysis; CEQA requirements; municipal engineering laws, ordinances, codes, specifications and plans; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to public works engineering.

 

Plan, organize, direct and evaluate assigned work; read, understand, interpret and explain ordinances, policies, and assigned procedures. Serve as the lead on assigned GIS/CAD Projects; prepare accurate plans, maps, specifications, and engineering reports; make accurate engineering computations; analyze and evaluate design drawings and specifications; maintain detailed project management records and documentation; learn and apply established principles and practices of municipal civil engineering; administer programs involving federal, state and local grants related to CAD/GIS software and upgrades; promote and enforce safe work practices; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret and record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, crawling, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment, and acute hearing is required when providing phone and face-to-face service. The need to lift, carry, pull and push tools, supplies and other equipment weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Use the "Apply" link to submit your application materials for this wonderful opportunity.  A completed employment application is required.  Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.  

The City of Lathrop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City to provide employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.

The City of Lathrop is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations during the application, examination, or selection process may contact Human Resources at (209) 941-7350 at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline.