Caltrans Electrical Technician

The Caltrans Electrical Technician receives general direction on policies and procedures from the Caltrans Electrical Superintendent and general supervision from the Caltrans Electrical Supervisor and/or from an Electrician II lead person. The position is responsible for the Levels of Service on electrical inventory items in the District. Follows safety and health policies and procedures as contained in the Department's Injury and Illness Prevention Program; knowledge of environmental, storm water, emergencies, natural disasters, accident prevention techniques, and safe work practices. There are times when employee may work for other Supervisors and/or work units, as required by operational needs. Follows and enforces CAL/OSHA and safety rules and regulations; the National Electric Code and the District Maintenance Code of Safe Practices. Employee may receive training from other employees of the crew, region, district or headquarters. Employee is responsible for the proper maintenance/operation of assigned equipment. Must possess a California Class C driver's license. Commercial Class A or Class B driver's license is desirable
Assists in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the less complex highway electronic and electrical devices and equipment on State highways such as traffic signals, highway lighting, illuminated signs, flashers, bridges, public service facilities, navigational aids, subway pumping plants, surveillance stations, irrigation systems, tunnel lighting, ramp metering, truck weigh stations, park and rides, motors, building lighting, heating and air conditioning systems. The Technician performs tasks that would include but not limited to such duties as painting, cleaning, routine testing, digging trenches, working with conduits, pull boxes, poles, heads, controllers, wire pulling, and knockdowns. Assists in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the less complex highway electronic and electrical devices and equipment on State highways such as traffic signals, highway lighting, illuminated signs, flashers, bridges, public ramp metering, truck weigh stations, park and rides, motors, building lighting, heating and air conditioning systems.
Operates equipment used by the assigned unit. Makes minor repairs, adjustments, emergency repairs; performs lube service; cleans equipment and maintains all pertinent records. Pre and postoperative equipment checks.
Makes daily work reports; keeps and maintains simple records
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans examination list 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. The exam is located here: CALTRANS ELECTRICAL TECHNICIANEXAMINATION BULLETIN Survey (surveymonkey.com)
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
PARF# 03-4-0247 / JC-406443
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Position located in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento County
Required to work in a wide range of sometimes extreme conditions, including heat up to 120 degrees, cold to 30 degrees, strong winds, rain, dust, noise and uneven surfaces.
Incumbent may be scheduled to work weekends and/or night shift as needed to meet operational needs with proper advance notice.
May be requested to work overtime due to emergencies, special work projects, or when the Department deems that it is in the best interest of the State to work overtime with proper advance notice
Incumbent is expected to report to work reasonably dressed to protect themselves during routine assignments and from exposure to usual and/or predictable physical and environmental conditions found in the workplace (per Caltrans Safety Manual).
Personal safety requirements include bur are not limited to:
A. Appropriate footwear in adequate condition.
B. Long or short sleeve shirts provided by Caltrans. Safety vest is to be worn over non-safety shirts or coats.
C. Long pants; not shorts or cutoffs.
D. Safety gear such as: hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection devices, face shields, gloves, respirator, chaps, and/or other safety gear.
E. Reflective vest work over white coveralls, as needed, such as for night work.
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CALTRANS ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-406443
Position #(s):
903-659-6939-XXX
Working Title:
Caltrans Electrical Technician
Classification:
CALTRANS ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN $4,375.00 - $5,278.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.
Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.
The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf
Director's EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
Director's EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver's license.
• Commercial Class A or Class B driver's license is desirable.
• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

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. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 12/26/2023
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Transportation
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact
Certification Services MS-90
P O Box 168036
Sacramento , CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Transportation
Caltrans DHR Contact
Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
1727 30th Street, MS 90
Sacramento , CA 95816
Closed on weekends and State holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Zoe Frey
(916) 654-4385
Zoe.Frey@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
April Romans
(530) 821-3947
april.romans@dot.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368-3367
Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Important Application Instructions:
The State application (STD. 678) is required and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-406443), PARF# 03-4-0247 and title of the position (Caltrans Electrical Technician) must be included on the STD. 678 form.
Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.
Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.
NOTE: Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver's license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.
Survey:
Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.