SENIOR EQUIPMENT ENGINEER

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Position Details

Job Code # : JC-496315

Position # : 932-001-3635-002

Working Title : Branch Chief, Quality Assurance Manager

Classification : SENIOR EQUIPMENT ENGINEER

Salary Range : $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

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

Director's EEO Policy : https : / / dot.ca.gov / programs / equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description and Duties

Under direction of a Supervising Equipment Engineer, the Branch Chief is responsible for supervising, planning and directing the activities of the Quality Assurance Branch. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, managing a staff of engineers, duties regarding the quality assurance of all vehicles and specialized equipment purchased and assembled by and / or for the Division of Equipment (DOE) and developing quality standards as they relate to mobile equipment.

• Managing a staff of engineers
• Duties regarding the quality assurance of all vehicles and specialized equipment purchased and assembled by and / or for the Division of Equipment (DOE)
• Developing quality standards as they relate to mobile equipment

PARF 32-6-191 / JC-496315

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Equipment 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.

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.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement

Special Requirements

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 : 11 / 3 / 2025

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

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

Department of Transportation

N / A

Caltrans DHR Contact

Certification Services MS-90

P O Box 168036

Sacramento , CA 95816-8036

Closed on weekends and State holidays

08 : 00 AM - 05 : 00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

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.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries : Government Administration

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