Culvert Inspector
Department of Transportation
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the Senior Transportation Engineer for the Office of Maintenance Engineering and the functional direction of a Transportation Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for performing culvert inspection activities throughout the District maintenance area. Job assignments may be subject to rotation, changes in work shift, work hours and workdays and may require fieldwork and travel on short notice. Travel is required; incumbent must possess a valid Class C Drivers License.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor 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.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This is a reposting of JC-490889. If you have previously applied to this position, please re‑apply.
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.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in the inspection or drainage facilities. Knowledge of the operation and care of automotive and highway maintenance equipment. An ability to use and learn GPS units and computer software including Access and Excel. Ability to prepare correspondence and written reports, and to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to organize and prioritize work including analyzing situations accurately and developing effective courses of action. Ability to assist in investigations; reach sound conclusions; prepare and issue papers and reports for making improvements or changes to existing procedures and standards when necessary. The incumbent must be able to expand on the practical application of written policies, procedures and standards.
Ability to read and write English at a level required for successful job performance. Ability to use a computer and software. Must be able to interpret departmental policy and make clear oral and written presentations.
The incumbent shall make valid decisions for the various culvert related duties. The incumbent must be able to gather, assimilate and analyze all pertinent data relating to the subject. Must be able to evaluate maintenance operations and evaluate procedures utilizing current and state of the art culvert inspection equipment. Develop new procedures for field crews to implement.
Incumbent must be able to analyze situations for correct decisions and/or recommendations on very short notice. Must be capable of understanding basic engineering solutions in drainage design and determining alternatives that provide the most viable solution while considering maintenance, engineering, political and economic issues.
Must have the ability to work effectively with others. The ability to work around high‑density traffic.
Benefits
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Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Kevin Hoang, (279) 234-2245, kevin.r.hoang@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Abraham Sanchez, (916) 662-4913, Abraham.Sanchez@dot.ca.gov
EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
