JUNIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Caltrans; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans in Humboldt County is seeking an entry-level Junior Engineering Technician to assist in survey-related mapping and CAD delineation under supervision. The role involves learning routine duties in a Right of Way Engineering office environment and supporting the creation of base and exhibit maps.

The position offers a permanent, full-time role with a hybrid telework option, and requires possession of a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Entry level trainee in a survey/or right-of-way engineering environment.
• Learns and performs routine, sub-professional survey-related duties.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) delineation for right-of-way mapping.
• Prepare base maps, acquisition maps, monumentation maps, and exhibit maps.
• Support Transportation Surveyor or lead person with mapping tasks.

Tools

CAD

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-530063

Position #(s): 927-201-3008-XXX

Working Title: Junior Engineering Technician

Classification: JUNIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

$3,242.00 - $4,059.00 A

$3,914.00 - $4,903.00 B

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: Humboldt 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

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

Job Description And Duties

The incumbent works under the close supervision of a Senior Transportation Surveyor. The incumbent will function as an entry level trainee. He or she will learn and perform the most routine, sub-professional survey related duties in a Survey or Right of Way Engineering office environment.

The incumbent will perform Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) delineation for the preparation of various types of right of way engineering mapping including base maps, acquisition (right-of-way) maps, monumentation maps, exhibit maps, and resolution of necessity plats at the direction of the Transportation Surveyor or lead person using current Right of Way Engineering mapping standards.

PARF# 03-27-0188 / JC- 530063

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Junior Engineering Technician 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.

Special Requirements

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

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.

Final Filing Date: 9/12/2026

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).

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.