Looking for work? City of Modesto hiring for these jobs paying up to $42 an hour
Looking for a new job?
The city of Modesto is hiring for ositions paying up to $180,315 per year.
From law enforcement to public works and utilities, full-time and part-time positions are open across several departments.
According to the city’s website, full-time employees can qualify for benefits such as retirement plans, educational incentive pay and medical and life insurance.
Sift through available Modesto jobs listed on the city website as of Tuesday, Aug. 19:
After school program leader | Limited, part time
- Department: Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods
- Salary: $17.77 to $21.60 per hour
- Application due date: Available until position is filled.
The after school program leader supports after-school and expanded learning programs.
Duties include providing homework assistance, enrichment activities and supervised recreation.
Associate civil/traffic engineer | Permanent, full time
- Departments: Multiple
- Salary: $115,960 to $147,992 per year
- Application due date: Available until position is filled.
The utilities, public works and engineering departments are looking for associate civil/traffic engineers.
These engineers are responsible for creating and overseeing plans for a variety of public projects, including roads, water systems and buildings.
Deputy fire marshal | Permanent, full time
- Department: Modesto Fire Department
- Salary: $110,364 to $140,857 per year
- Application due date: Friday, Aug. 22
The deputy fire marshal helps oversee fire safety in the community.
Duties include managing fire prevention programs, running inspections, educating the public about fire safety and handling technical tasks related to fire prevention.
Fire plans examiner | Permanent, full time
- Department: Modesto Fire Department
- Salary: $80,475 to $102,710 per year
- Application due date: Friday, Aug. 22
The fire plans examiner reviews building and safety plans.
Duties include reviewing fire alarms, sprinklers and other fire protection systems to make sure they meet fire codes and safety rules.
Fleet procurement technician | Permanent, full time
- Department: Public Works
- Salary: $54,225 to $69,201 per year
- Application due date: Wednesday, Sept. 3
The fleet procurement technician orders and tracks vehicle parts.
To support the city’s fleet, the technician makes sure there’s always enough inventory for repairs and maintenance.
Heavy equipment mechanic I/II | Permanent, full time
- Department: Public Works
- Salary: $29.49 to $41.55 per hour
- Application due date: Wednesday, Aug. 27
The heavy equipment mechanic works on the city’s buses, fire trucks and other large vehicles.
Duties include handling mechanical issuesd from routine maintenance to major repairs, and fixing engines, parts and control systems.
Intern | Limited, part time
- Departments: Multiple
- Salary: $16.50 to $23.85 per hour
- Application due date: Available until position is filled.
The city’s internship program provides students with hands-on experience in several departments while supporting their education and career goals.
Interns assist with office work, technical support or field tasks.
Planning manager | Permanent, full time
- Department: Community and Economic Development
- Salary: $131,206 to $167,440 per year
- Application due date: Sunday, Aug. 24
The planning manager oversees the city’s planning efforts, including updating zoning rules, reviewing development projects and making sure environmental guidelines are followed.
The planning manager works closely with other city departments and supports the department director with expert advice on zoning and code compliance.
Senior civil/traffic engineer | Permanent, full time
- Departments: Multiple
- Salary: $141,294 to $180,315 per year
- Application due date: Available until position is filled.
The city utilities, public works and engineering departments are looking for senior civil/traffic engineers.
These engineers are responsible for leading projects and providing knowledge on principles, practices and current issues.
Station runner | Limited, part time
- Department: Modesto Fire Department
- Salary: $15.01 to $18.85 per hour
- Application due date: Friday, Aug. 29
The station runner is responsible for cleaning emergency vehicles and delivering equipment and supplies between city public safety buildings.
