ENGINEERING TESTING AID III / Emergency Appointment Fire

Job Opportunity : Engineering Testing Aid III (Emergency Recruitment)

Type of Recruitment : Open Competitive - Emergency

We will begin accepting applications on May 14, 2025, at 8 : 00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but the window may close unexpectedly once enough qualified candidates are received.

Exam Number : C3856S-FR

The LA County Board of Supervisors has ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency due to recent windstorms and wildfires, including the Palisades and Eaton Fires. We seek qualified individuals to help mobilize resources for community recovery and rebuilding. If you are interested in a career that benefits LA County residents, consider this opportunity.

The Department of Public Works is seeking qualified candidates for emergency Engineering Testing Aid III positions related to this disaster. Under the emergency order, hires may be initially for up to 90 days, with potential for permanent employment. Your work performance during this period will be fully assessed, and those who pass will be considered for permanent appointment.

Responsibilities of Engineering Testing Aid III include :

• Transporting soil bags (~90 pounds) to the lab for analysis.
• Carrying PCC cylinders (~30 pounds) for density and strength tests.
• Diging holes 8 inches in diameter and 4 feet deep in dense soil.
• Performing physical tests on soils, steel, concrete, and other materials.
• Operating laboratory testing equipment.
• Developing and modifying test procedures and apparatus.
• Testing asphalt mixes and performing calculations for tests.
• Operating testing and sampling equipment in lab and field settings.
• Performing tensile tests on structural steel and physical tests on paints and epoxies.
• Performing other related duties as needed.

The listed duties are illustrative; other similar or related tasks may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements :

Option I : Two years' experience at the level of Engineering Testing Aid II.

Option II : Completion of two years of college in engineering or physical sciences, with 18 months of relevant physical testing experience substituting for each year of college.

License :

A valid California Class C Driver License or alternative transportation method is required.

Physical Requirements :

Physical Class IV - Arduous : Frequent heavy lifting (>

25 pounds), bending, twisting, and working on irregular surfaces.

Additional Information :

Applicants must submit proof of education, such as diplomas or transcripts, within five days of application. For details, visit the provided links. Ensure documents are unlocked and in English or properly translated.

During the initial work period, performance will be evaluated. Successful candidates will be considered for permanent positions.

Application Process :

Apply online; review ongoing. Keep email notifications active and check your profile regularly. Verify your email address as required.

Contact : Neal Mondragon

Phone : (626) 458-2141

Email : PWExams@dpw.lacounty.gov

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