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Caltrans . This posting provides the base pay range and details about duties, requirements, and application process for the Chief Engineer II position in the Toll Bridge Region. Base pay range
$6,986.00 - $8,925.00 Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), 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. The State maintains a drug-free workplace and requires compliance with applicable laws and policies. Position Details: Job Code #: JC-490476; Position #(s): 904-670-6695-918; Working Title: Toll Bridge Region Chief Engineer II (Toll Facilities & Structures); Classification: CHIEF ENGINEER II; Salary: $6,986.00 - $8,925.00. 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: Alameda County. Telework: In Office. Job Type: Permanent, Full Time. Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. Caltrans values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Job Description And Duties
Under the general direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Manager I, the Chief Engineer II oversees the daily building and engineering operations, maintenance, special projects and repairs of building systems, bridge structure dehumidification units, and electrical substations associated with the State's 7 Bay Area Toll Facilities and toll bridge structures. The incumbent is responsible for maintenance staffing, activities, assignments and supervision of staff who troubleshoot, maintain, and repair building systems, such as dehumidification systems, storm water pumps and controllers, HVAC systems (including those used for ventilation of hazardous material storage buildings), transformers, back flow testing, fire pumps, lighting, sewage lift station pumps, boilers, and systems for heating, air conditioning, power, water, air compressors, all types of motors, single and multi-phase electrical circuits up to 550 volts, and other mechanical systems for buildings and bridges. The position may require overtime and after-hours response to emergencies, work at heights up to 500 feet, and work from boats, ladders, travelers, pier caps and scaffolding. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements
Possession of a valid drivers license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle. The position requires a valid and unrestricted Class C drivers license. The incumbent is required to maintain a United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Technician Certification. This position must travel statewide and throughout the District 4 Toll Bridge Region. Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required. The Statement of Qualifications should be a maximum of 2 pages, 12-point font, describing relevant experience to the SOQ questions. Resumes and cover letters will not substitute for the SOQ. Applicants who do not submit the SOQ will not be considered. Minimum Qualifications
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 evaluation. See https://www.naces.org/members and https://aice-eval.org for a list of evaluation agencies. 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 to be considered. Final Filing Date: 9/18/2025. Applications may be submitted electronically through CalCareers at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. If submitting a hard copy, follow the address and packaging instructions in the posting. 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. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; other eligibility may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be selected. How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (STD 678) and required documents. Applications may be submitted electronically via CalCareers or via mail as described in the posting. Required documents include: Current version of STD Form 678 (or electronic application), resume (optional), and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). See SOQ instructions in Special Requirements for details. For accommodations, contact the EEO officer listed in this posting. Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Government Administration
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Join to apply for the
CHIEF ENGINEER II
role at
Caltrans . This posting provides the base pay range and details about duties, requirements, and application process for the Chief Engineer II position in the Toll Bridge Region. Base pay range
$6,986.00 - $8,925.00 Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), 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. The State maintains a drug-free workplace and requires compliance with applicable laws and policies. Position Details: Job Code #: JC-490476; Position #(s): 904-670-6695-918; Working Title: Toll Bridge Region Chief Engineer II (Toll Facilities & Structures); Classification: CHIEF ENGINEER II; Salary: $6,986.00 - $8,925.00. 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: Alameda County. Telework: In Office. Job Type: Permanent, Full Time. Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. Caltrans values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Job Description And Duties
Under the general direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Manager I, the Chief Engineer II oversees the daily building and engineering operations, maintenance, special projects and repairs of building systems, bridge structure dehumidification units, and electrical substations associated with the State's 7 Bay Area Toll Facilities and toll bridge structures. The incumbent is responsible for maintenance staffing, activities, assignments and supervision of staff who troubleshoot, maintain, and repair building systems, such as dehumidification systems, storm water pumps and controllers, HVAC systems (including those used for ventilation of hazardous material storage buildings), transformers, back flow testing, fire pumps, lighting, sewage lift station pumps, boilers, and systems for heating, air conditioning, power, water, air compressors, all types of motors, single and multi-phase electrical circuits up to 550 volts, and other mechanical systems for buildings and bridges. The position may require overtime and after-hours response to emergencies, work at heights up to 500 feet, and work from boats, ladders, travelers, pier caps and scaffolding. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements
Possession of a valid drivers license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle. The position requires a valid and unrestricted Class C drivers license. The incumbent is required to maintain a United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Technician Certification. This position must travel statewide and throughout the District 4 Toll Bridge Region. Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required. The Statement of Qualifications should be a maximum of 2 pages, 12-point font, describing relevant experience to the SOQ questions. Resumes and cover letters will not substitute for the SOQ. Applicants who do not submit the SOQ will not be considered. Minimum Qualifications
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 evaluation. See https://www.naces.org/members and https://aice-eval.org for a list of evaluation agencies. 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 to be considered. Final Filing Date: 9/18/2025. Applications may be submitted electronically through CalCareers at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. If submitting a hard copy, follow the address and packaging instructions in the posting. 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. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; other eligibility may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be selected. How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (STD 678) and required documents. Applications may be submitted electronically via CalCareers or via mail as described in the posting. Required documents include: Current version of STD Form 678 (or electronic application), resume (optional), and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). See SOQ instructions in Special Requirements for details. For accommodations, contact the EEO officer listed in this posting. Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Government Administration
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