Underground Tunnel Inspector Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Under the supervision of the Chief of the Office of Specialty Investigations at Structure Maintenance and Investigations (SM&I), the incumbent is required to: (1) plan, prepare, perform, report, oversee and direct the safety inspections and evaluations of in-service highway tunnels on the state or local highway networks in accordance with the federal regulation in 23 CFR Part 650 Subpart E National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS), focusing primarily on the electrical and electronic systems and the electrical and electronic components of other functional systems, and (2) receive work assignments from and provide assistance to the Tunnel Inspection Branch Chief, who has overall responsibility for the inspection program, with any delegated duties and/or aspects of the program.
The incumbent may also be required to plan, prepare, perform, report, oversee and direct the safety inspections and evaluations of in-service highway movable bridges on the state or local highway networks in accordance with the federal regulation in 23 CFR Part 650 Subpart C National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), focusing primarily on the electrical and electronic systems and the electrical and electronic components of other functional systems.
PARF# 56-26-0089 / JC-530269
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Electrical Engineer 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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Working Conditions
This is a reposting of JC-515799. If you have previously applied to this position, you do not have to re-apply. Your application will be considered.
Position located on 1881 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento.
The work is split approximately 50-50 between various field locations throughout California and an office base of operation, which may include telework. The time allocated to the field and office activities is dictated by the workload and is expected to fluctuate. The incumbent will be required to travel from their headquarters location to the field work locations for day or overnight trips for up to 2 weeks per month. The incumbent must be able to travel by driving a state vehicle or by using commercial transportation. While in the office, the incumbent will be required to work in a climate-controlled environment under artificial lighting. While in the field, the incumbent will be required to work outdoors, day or night, near highway traffic with or without lane closures, and may encounter the following environments and entities: sun, heat, cold, rain, sleet, snow, fog, wind, noise, dust, dirt, trash, exhaust gases, aerially-deposited lead, lead contained in the paint and primer coatings of tunnel and bridge elements, chemicals, contaminated ground and water, unregulated human encampments, animals (such as snakes, birds, bats, spiders and rats) and their droppings, plants (such as poison oak, ivy and vines), mechanical system components (such as motors, fans, pumps, generators, belts, gears and piping), electrical system components (such as motors, panels, switchboards, transfer switches, lights and conduit), various structural and terrain features that exist in and around the tunnels and bridges (such as underground bores and plenums, sumps, confined spaces, steps, stairs, uneven surfaces, elevation breaks, waterways and heights), and a variety of sometimes extreme weather conditions and climates that occur in California.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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.

• SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-530269
Position #(s):
913-624-3163-XXX
Working Title:
Tunnel/Movable Bridge Inspection Senior Specialist
Classification:
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (SPECIALIST) $11,437.00 - $14,315.00
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:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
California Department of Transportation
Department Information
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.
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

• This position require(s) a valid Professional Engineering License (Electrical) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers for appointment.

• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

In order to apply for this position, you must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) highlighting your education, training, and applicable experience that qualifies you for this position in addition to the standard application form. A resume cannot be submitted in lieu of the SOQ. The SOQ should be typed in Century Gothic, 11-point font, no more than 2 pages in length, and address the following topics (include each topic as a heading):
• Describe your experience and duration (number of years and months) performing Inspections of electrical and/or electronic systems of tunnels per the NTIS
• Describe your experience and duration (number of years and months) in design, analysis, construction, and/or maintenance of electrical and/or electronic systems of tunnels
• Describe your experience and duration (number of years and months) performing Inspections of electrical and/or electronic systems of bridges per the NBIS tunnels
• Describe your experience and duration (number of years and months) in design, analysis, construction, or maintenance of electrical and/or electronic systems of bridges
• Describe your experience and duration (number of years and months) in design, analysis, construction, or maintenance of electrical and/or electronic systems of buildings, plants or stations
• List your Professional Electrical Engineer License and date obtained, as well as the State(s) which you are registered.
• Summarize any graduate leave degree (MS, ME, PhD) in Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field, that you've competed (include the completion date).
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.
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: 9/26/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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
N/A
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
Drop-Off Address
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.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

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.
Desirable Qualifications 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:
Under the supervision of the Chief of the Office of Specialty Investigations at Structure Maintenance and Investigations (SM&I), the incumbent is required to: (1) plan, prepare, perform, report, oversee and direct the safety inspections and evaluations of in-service highway tunnels on the state or local highway networks in accordance with the federal regulation in 23 CFR Part 650 Subpart E National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS), focusing primarily on the electrical and electronic systems and the electrical and electronic components of other functional systems, and (2) receive work assignments from and provide assistance to the Tunnel Inspection Branch Chief, who has overall responsibility for the inspection program, with any delegated duties and/or aspects of the program.
The incumbent may also be required to plan, prepare, perform, report, oversee and direct the safety inspections and evaluations of in-service highway movable bridges on the state or local highway networks in accordance with the federal regulation in 23 CFR Part 650 Subpart C National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), focusing primarily on the electrical and electronic systems and the electrical and electronic components of other functional systems.
Benefits
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