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Position Details Job Code #: JC-479794 Position #(s): 902-604-3627-XXX Working Title: IT Field Systems Support Technician Classification: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II $5,219.00 - $6,530.00 # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Shasta County Telework: In Office 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. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not despite the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov 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 Job Description And Duties Under the direction of the Senior Transportation Electrical Engineer of the Office of ITS Engineering and Support, the incumbent installs, configures, tests and troubleshoots systems and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) equipment that are part of the district's Transportation Management System (TMS). The incumbent works independently at a journey level and engages in complex layout work. This includes process control networks, telecommunications systems, microwave communications systems, video display systems, electrical and mechanical systems that are associated with the Transportation Management Center (TMC) and Field Element Network (FEN). The incumbent also prepares, constructs and installs ITS field equipment as part of the district's capital support program. This position also assists in the preparation and/or review of plans, specifications and cost estimates for projects installing ITS facilities. PARF# 02-5-307 / JC- 479794 Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Electrical Engineering Technician 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. T he Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job. https://forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Special Requirements • Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle. • Resume is required. This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire. 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: 6/13/2025 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. 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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 required and must be included. 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.
See More Details >>The City of Redding - Electric Department (REU) is seeking two highly motivated individuals to join our Engineering team. The Engineering group is involved in a wide range of activities involving transmission & distribution lines, substation design, system operations support and analysis, and relay/system protection. One position would be someone who has either a transmission, or operations engineering background. This would include familiarity with NERC reliability standards, knowledge of transmission operations, and/or transmission design or system planning. The ideal candidate would be proficient with computers, exhibit excellent team work and initiative, and have a working knowledge of electrical theory. The ideal candidate would also have experience with distribution or transmission modeling software such as Power World, PSLF, PLS-CADD, CAISO HANA, or equivalent. One position would be someone who has either a system protection or distribution planning/design background. This would include familiarity with system protection principles, NERC reliability standards, and/or distribution design or system planning. The ideal candidate would be proficient with computers, exhibit excellent team work and initiative, and have a working knowledge of electrical theory. The ideal candidate would also have experience with distribution modeling software such Milsoft Windmill, or SEL AcSELerator. Electrical Engineer • Perform and implement studies as assigned to formulate recommendations for the electric utility in connection with a wide range of activities involving generation, transmission lines, distribution lines, substations, system operation, system protection, metering, communications, load forecasting, system planning, budget planning, transmission and distribution routing studies, easement acquisition, and other assignments typical of electric utility power systems • Manage utility construction projects (substations, transmission lines, etc.), supervise operation and maintenance of completed projects • Take responsibility for contract preparation and administration, design, construction, operation and maintenance schedule coordination, investigate and analyze liability claims, inter-utility coordination, and quality control. This may involve making field decisions and supervision of any and all tests required to assure specified results • Work with and provide guidance to management and/or utility's customers in matters pertaining to the efficient use of electrical energy, system protection, power-factor correction, and grid connected alternate energy sources Click Here for the Full Job Description Electric Utility Engineer • Develop, implement, administer, maintain and support technical systems used by the Electric Department personnel. Technical systems could include: energy accounting software, supervisory control and data acquisition systems ("SCADA"), distribution control and protection equipment, contingency analysis software, engineering software, inter-control center protocol communications equipment and software, etc. Incumbents may be engaged in the design, documentation, coding, testing and implementation of new or enhancements to existing application programs. Incumbents may be tasked to prepare user documentation and train personnel in the proper use of programs and equipment. • As assigned, lead or participate as a team member in capital and maintenance projects. This includes, but is not limited to: writing bid specifications; writing service contracts; obtaining necessary regulatory approvals; procuring materials; testing and commissioning of project; overseeing financial tracking of project; ensuring documentation is updated; training of personnel on changes as applicable; and ensuring good public relations are maintained. • Develop, implement, and administer training, safety and environmental procedures and programs. Continuously strive for improvements of division training content and culture. • Under guidance of a supervisor with responsible charge of the work, perform a variety of professional engineering activities related to the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of the facilities of the Redding Electric Utility. Click Here for the Full Job Description Electrical Engineer • Knowledge of electric utility engineering and operating practices • Knowledge of transmission line design and construction • Knowledge of design of electrical power facilities • Knowledge of system planning • Knowledge of system protective relaying and control; standards/codes for transmission, distribution, and generation facilities including NEC, NESC, GO95, ANSI and IEEE • Knowledge of North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) compliance requirements • Ability to design electrical power facilities; troubleshoot electrical systems, control systems, and project problems • Ability to demonstrate highly developed analytical and technical skills in electric utility engineering and operational analysis; provide technical supervision of staff • Ability to create and revise documents or reports utilizing computer technology Education, Experience and Special Requirements: • Typical education would include a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college, or university, or equivalent. • Typical experience would include five years relevant electrical engineering experience with preference for electric utility engineering including distribution, transmission, substation design and/or construction experience. • Professional registration in Electrical Engineering in the State of California, or in another state that has reciprocity with California, and must obtain California registration within one year of employment. • Possession of the appropriate California driver's license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment. Click Here for the full list of Qualifications Electric Utility Engineer • Knowledge of utility engineering, including short circuit, load flow, voltage drop, metering, substation design standards • Knowledge of load forecasting, loss and economic evaluation • Knowledge of power generation operations or maintenance • Knowledge of regulatory compliance in air emissions, water quality, waste handling, hazardous materials handling, safety and health • Knowledge of DOT pipeline or NERC reliability standards • Knowledge of SCADA, energy accounting, distribution control systems, cyber security and secure IP routing, data communication systems administration and support • Knowledge of underground and site design principles and standards • Ability to evaluate and implement government regulations and industry standards • Ability to troubleshoot a variety of technical problems in assigned field, this could include operational, maintenance, electrical systems, control systems, data communication networks, project management issues, etc Education, Experience and Special Requirements: • Documented completion of a state-recognized course of instruction for attaining specialized knowledge and skills providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. • Typical education would include a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited college, university, or equivalent. • Typical experience would include three years relevant experience in distribution, operation, construction, power generation, regulatory compliance, environmental regulatory compliance, control systems administration and support, industrial process engineering, and/or project management. • Possession of the appropriate valid California driver’s license or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment. Click Here for the full list of Qualifications You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder. Examination Process: An oral board interview will be administered. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies. Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon: • Positive past employment references • Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check • Passing of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test Veteran’s Credit: Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating “Honorable Discharge” from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score. The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements. 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See More Details >>Unity Electric, a leading design-build electrical contractor for 50+ years, is looking for a full-time, in-house Assistant Electrical Designer/Drafter to add to our growing and successful team! We are a one stop contractor that performs line voltage as well as low voltage electrical design and installation. This position is responsible for assisting our Design Department Manager with drafting, design and revision of drawings associated with custom engineered systems for electrical and low voltage including, but not limited to, fire alarm, access control, CCTV and nurse call stations in the electrical construction field. Typical projects will include large mixed use/high rise residential, acute care hospitals, assisted living and skilled nursing facilities, hospitality, commercial office and retail, light industrial, and occasional TI. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Provide CAD & BIM drafting and design support for Design Department Manager during the planning and design stages of electrical projects • Assist with the development and maintenance of Design Master Library Components. • Utilize AutoCAD and Revit to translate mark-ups/sketches into drawings consistent with company standards; check drawings for consistency with standards and plot final drawings; correctly label final work drawings; update contract drawings and specifications. • Maintain standard drawing files and templates per company standards. • Assist in field activities to gather project information as necessary. • Perform additional duties as assigned by Unity Electric, the DDM, and Unity Electric's’ senior management. Minimum Qualifications: • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. • 2+ years of drafting experience and proficiency in electrical and or fire alarm engineering-based CAD and BIM drafting. • Must be proficient using MS Office, inventory software, project management software, and programmable logic software. • Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work on multiple assignments concurrently. • High level of accuracy/thoroughness and attention to detail. • Positive “can do” attitude with the desire and ability to work as a team player. • Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work on multiple assignments concurrently. • High level of accuracy, thoroughness and strong attention to detail. • Positive “can do” attitude with the desire and ability to work as a team player. • Must be able to work in our Redding, California office (this is not a remote position). • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications • The latest knowledge of AutoCAD (2023 or newer), Revit, and BIM software. • Associate degree related field with AutoCAD and Revit training from a recognized institution. • Knowledge of NEC, WAC and NFPA codes and standards. • Experience working in the electrical field as an apprentice or journeyman. Benefits: • Company-paid medical, dental, vision insurance for all employees, spouses/domestic partners, and eligible dependents, beginning on the first day of the month following your hire date. • Company-paid basic life insurance for all employees, beginning on the first day of the month following your hire date. • Option to enroll in voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and eligible dependents, beginning on the first day of the month following your hire date. • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) available after you have met $1000 of your annual medical deductible. • Automatic enrollment in 401(k) with 6% company match on your first day of employment. • Two weeks (10 working days) of paid time off (PTO) per year after which begins accruing on your first day and is available for use after you have successfully completed your 90-day introductory period. • 7 Paid Holidays after you have successfully completed your 90-day introductory period. Unity Electric, LP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. The Company will not discriminate against a current or prospective employee because of that person’s race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), sex (including transgender status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, genetic information, Honorably discharged Veteran or Military status, opposition to a discriminatory practice, presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, use of a trained dog guide or service animal, HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C status, or State employee or health care Whistleblower status. Unity Electric, LP also complies with all federal and state disability laws and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees who seek accommodation due to a disability, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other limitations, unless such accommodation poses undue hardship to the Company. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.00 - $34.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Redding, CA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience and classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, with an average weekly wage of $1,219.50 for apprentices in Redding, CA. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a 6% job growth projected from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
