What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN position at Department of Transportation?
Under the supervision of the Area Construction Senior Transportation Engineer and with direction from the lead Resident Engineer, incumbent performs various technical field and office tasks of average difficulty relating to transportation construction. Incumbent works in the field performing inspections and ensuring contractor compliance with all contract requirements. Ensures SWPPP and safety procedures are in compliance and notifies contractors immediately when not in compliance. Assists Resident Engineers in administrative duties related to construction projects. PARF# 10-26-0203 / JC-517370
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineering Technician exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Position located at 952 Goodwin Dr, Ripon, San Joaquin County.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
Job will have exposure to night work, fog, field work, earthwork, paving operations, weather conditions, equipment, machinery, lab conditions, heat, cold, dust, gas, fumes, outdoor conditions, indoor conditions, humidity, and high decibels of noise. Hard hat and safety vest or approved safety shirt must be worn at all times in the field, no exceptions. While at the Construction office employees will normally work in a climate-controlled office under artificial light. However due to periodic problems with the heating and air conditioning, the building temperature may fluctuate. Incumbent may be required to participate in the rotation program. Workload may subject employee to frequent night work, changes of shift, frequent changes of work hours and workdays, and geographic transfer. Travel is required. A valid California driver’s license is desired. Vacations may be restricted during peak times. Overtime may be required.
It is likely, that incumbent, will go on loan to another functional unit during the winter months or when workload needs are below staffing level. The loan assignments could be to another unit within construction or other division within the district.
Incumbent is responsible for his/her actions, decisions, quality of work, and proper use of State time, equipment and materials. Improper performance of duties and/or failure to adhere to established policies, procedures and guidelines could lead to adverse action and possible termination.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-517370
Position #(s):
910-501-3175-XXX
Working Title:
Assistant Resident Engineering Technician
Classification:
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
$4,695.00 - $5,876.00
B
$5,644.00 - $7,063.00
C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Joaquin County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.
Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.
The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
This position is subject to the
Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer,
change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development
assignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered unless
the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.
Possession
of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or
appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must
include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification.
Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and
may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign
transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report
evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign
coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two
websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security
numbers.
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Preferred knowledge of the following:
-Construction practices and field testing request procedures
-Construction field office procedures
-Ability to communicate effectively, oral and in writing, document work performed daily
-Team work oriented, with ability to work independently and to perform construction administration duties
-Interpret the Special Provisions, Standard Specifications, Contract Plans, Standard Plans, Codes, and Manuals
-Perform accurate mathematical calculations
-Use conventional and state-of-the-art equipment and computers applicable to office and field transportation engineering work
-Prepare technical reports and other project related documentation
Salary : $56,340 - $84,756
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