Under direction of a Caltrans Electrical Supervisor, incumbent is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical and electronic devices associated with state facilities. Incumbents may also perform lead work as required involving but not limited to office duties, and lower level electrical positions. This position requires the operation of light trucks, personnel hoists, vans and automotive vehicles. Incumbent may drive heavy trucks, if properly licensed. With training and certification where necessary, incumbent may be required to operate equipment such as trenchers, forklifts, air quality monitors, hoists and cranes. Must possess a valid Class C driver's license, Class A or B highly desirable. May also at times assist sign crew when equipment or operations is needed.This position is considered the full journey level for this class.
PARF# 06-26-0104 / JC-510438
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Electrician II 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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Position located at 1226 Olive Drive, Kern County.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
The Caltrans Electrician II may work under various climates and conditions. Work at times may be performed inside of climate controlled buildings, but most operations will take place alongside, over or upon state highways and right of way. The incumbent will be exposed to noise, inclement weather, dirt, odors, uneven surfaces, heights up to 100 feet above pavement or water, confined spaces, concrete products, cleaning solvents, high speed traffic conditions and moving construction equipment. Work hours are from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM M-F. The incumbent must be willing to work odd hours, weekly shift changes, weekends and be available for after normal work shift hours trouble calls outs.
This position requires visual and color acuity adequate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, willingness to work at odd hours, be available for day or night calls, stay abreast of current technological changes in the fields of electricity and electronics, work up to 550 feet above pavement or water, work in the midst of traffic, and have the ability to withstand working under adverse (e.g., cold, wet, windy) weather conditions.