TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Caltrans; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans in Sacramento County is seeking a Transportation Engineering Technician to perform physical and analytical testing of paints, thermoplastics, coatings and related materials for maintenance and construction projects. The role requires meticulous record keeping and adherence to safety and procurement procedures.

Under supervision of senior engineers, you will prepare specifications and reports, label materials for testing, and enter data into the sample tracking database.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and analytical testing of paints, thermoplastics, glass beads, coatings and other materials used in transportation maintenance and construction projects.
• Maintain records of budget allocations and expenditures for equipment orders, laboratory supplies, travel and publications.
• Assist in preparation of specifications, reports, service contracts and correspondence.
• Identify, describe and label materials to be tested and transfer information to the sample tracking database.

Job description

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-528584

Position #(s): 559-320-3175-XXX

Working Title: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

$4,695.00 - $5,876.00 B

$5,644.00 - $7,063.00 C

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

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 supervision of a Senior Chemical Testing Engineer and under general direction of an Associate Chemical Testing Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for a wide variety of tasks in the Chemical Testing Branch. This includes but is not limited to physical and analytical testing of paint, thermoplastics, glass beads, coatings, and other materials used in transportation maintenance and construction projects. Field evaluation of materials may be required. The technician maintains records of fiscal budget allocations and expenditures for major and minor equipment orders, laboratory supplies, travel and publications. The technician assists in preparation of specifications, reports, service contracts and correspondence. Identifies, describes and labels all materials to be tested and transfers this information into the sample tracking database. Applies knowledge of chemistry, mathematics, test methods, computers, computer software, contract and procurement procedures, hazardous materials and safety requirements to perform duties and comply with deadlines.

PARF 59-27-0049/ JC-528584

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

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.

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: 8/28/2026

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).

Required Application Package Documents

• 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.

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.

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.