Caltrans Electrician II

Under direction of a Caltrans Electrical Supervisor incumbent is responsible for the operation of assigned electrical maintenance activities in the 694 cost center. While much of the work will be performed in Siskiyou county, the incumbent may also be required to perform work in Trinity, Siskiyou, Tehama, Modoc, Lassen and Shasta counties. This position is considered full journey level. The incumbent may be required to act as lead in the absence of the Caltrans Electrical Supervisor. A valid California Class C drivers license is required. Duties include, but are not limited to: Installation and modification of the highway traffic signal systems and highway lighting systems based on reading electrical schematic, drawings and construction blueprints. This includes wiring, conduits, poles, heads, controllers, switches, vehicle detectors, and special illumination in connection with these signals. Maintenance and repair of all portions of traffic signal systems and highway lighting systems. This includes making difficult repairs based on locating cause of system failures. Required to work overtime, nights, and weekends due to storms, emergencies, or special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department. Troubleshooting of systems will include estimating repair times and costs, keeping records and inputting accurate daily work details into the Integrated Maintenance Management System (IMMS) database. Applicant must have passed the exam & be reachable on the current list for this classification. Position is subject to Post & Bid process for Bargaining Unit 12.

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

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PARF 02-5-194 / JC 482998

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Position is located at: 1745 S. Main St., Yreka, CA 96097

This position requires visual and color acuity adequate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, willingness to work at odd hours, be available for day or night calls, stay abreast of current technological changes in the fields of electricity and electronics, work up to 550 feet above pavement or water, work in the midst of traffic, and have the ability to withstand working under adverse (e.g., cold, wet, windy) weather conditions.