Student Assistant - Structure Construction Engineering - Technician/Field Work (Bakersfield, CA)

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking to hire a Student Assistant to assist in a wide range of services relating to the Office of State Bridge Engineer Support, in a learning capacity, u nder the close supervision by a Senior Bridge Engineer (Supervisor).

Conditions of Employment

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.

UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI Student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a weeks notice.

UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.

Prerequisites

Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (fall, spring, and winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list.

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Students must be enrolled in at least six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.

Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.

Majors/Fields of Study

Civil Engineering

Work Schedule

F lexible workdays and work hours, Monday Friday, between 8 AM 5 PM. Final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

Additional Work Schedule

Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).

Minimum Qualifications

• Must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
• Must complete each term with minimum unit requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate student classifications. Proof will be collected at the end of each Spring and Fall term.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical and engineering calculations with guidance.
• Ability to follow technical instructions accurately and maintain detailed documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Working knowledge of CAD or engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar).
• Under the amendment to Government Code Section 18220, state agencies shall give preference to a qualified applicant (up to 26 years of age) who is, or has been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, a formerly incarcerated youth, or a victim of human trafficking.

Duties and Responsibilities

• In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will assist Field Engineer with Quality Assurance (QA) Inspection to assure materials and workmanship incorporated into each highway construction project are in conformity with the requirements of contract documents. Confers with contractor regarding compliance with plans, quality of work, construction activity, and California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations.
• In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will, assist Field Engineer with calculations related to the proper alignment and placement of bridge elements, establishes surveying control line and grades. Able to perform verification sampling and /or tests to verify the acceptability of construction material in accordance with ASTM or California Test Methods.
• In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will assist Structure Representative in filing documents in the project record.
• In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will, assist Structure Representative in checking engineering calculation.

Physical Requirements

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to bend, kneel, climb, or crouch as required for field inspections and sampling tasks. Walk and stand on uneven or rough terrain such as construction sites, bridge decks, or embankments

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office or in a field environment.

Application Instructions

Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the Educational Experience section and any employment history in the Employment Experience section of our application.

In addition to your resume, please upload your most recent transcripts.

Apply by: June 30, 2025