There are approximately 590-720 civil engineering techs currently employed in Sacramento and Yolo Counties. Many jobs are union, although a few employers are union. About 15-20 job openings are projected per year due to a net increase in occupation size. Some require a bachelor degree. Many employers require 1-3 years of prior experience.
Most employers are willing to accept training as a substitute for experience.
Of the employers surveyed, all report that jobs are 40-50 hours per week. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. Most also fill openings by hiring referrals from public and private schools. Some recruit applicants through internet job listings. Initiative and supervisory skills may be important for career advancement.