Posting Close Date
Applicants must submit their completed application by 11-25-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST Application and Special Instructions
Position Overview
The City of Tucson Water Department is seeking an Engineering Drafting Technician to support the planning, design, and construction of water infrastructure projects.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following at the time of application:
• Updated resume
• Cover letter
Applicants must clearly describe their experience using Autodesk Civil 3D in their resume and cover letter, including the types of engineering drawings, plans, and design projects they have developed or supported.
Applicants will be evaluated based on the education and work experience provided in their employment profile, resume, and cover letter. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a computer-based practical assessment, which will require candidates to demonstrate their Autodesk Civil 3D skills by completing a sketching exercise
Cover Letter Questions
Please address the following questions in your cover letter:
1. Describe how your education, training, and experience prepare you for this position.
2. Describe your experience using Autodesk Civil 3D to develop, modify, and prepare engineering drawings and construction documents. Include examples of relevant projects and the types of plans you have prepared.
3. Describe your experience supporting infrastructure projects and ensuring compliance with engineering standards, specifications, and regulations. Position Description Summary
The Engineering Drafting Technician position at the City of Tucson’s Water Department is responsible for preparing and reviewing water pipeline and facility design plans that support the planning, design, and construction of the City's water infrastructure. This position ensures compliance with Tucson Water standards, specifications, and applicable regulations.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Civil Engineer. This position does not supervise.
Prepares, reviews, and revises water pipeline and facility design plans in accordance with Tucson Water standards, specifications, City Code, and applicable regulations. Develops construction drawings and sketches utilizing AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D under the direction of a Project Engineer or Project Manager.
Reviews preliminary layouts and engineering designs for new and existing water distribution and production facilities. Organizes and maintains project drawings, revisions, records, and electronic files; incorporates design changes and coordinates with project team members to support the completion of construction documents and assist with obtaining missing information.
Revises drawings to incorporate red-marked revisions, verbal instructions, and project comments; requests and receives data from involved parties and inputs information into project databases or spreadsheets, as appropriate, to support the completion of construction designs.
Performs technical design work, research, and engineering calculations related to hydraulics, hydrology, water distribution, sewer, and drainage systems.
Drives to project sites to perform field visits, collect project information, verify existing conditions, and assist with the preparation of as-built drawings.
Ensures engineering plans comply with established standards, specifications, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Works independently and collaboratively while supporting engineering projects and contributing to project objectives.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Some exposure to light physical or environmental conditions (noise, dust, weather, etc.).
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Associate degree Experience
Two (2) years of relevant experience Equivalency
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year…